Samandağ is a city that stands out with its historical depths and cultural richness. However, the effects of the earthquake we experienced on the city caused some of this wealth to be lost. In this context, the architectural project proposed for Samandağ aims to create a living space suitable for the history and needs of the city.

Basis of the Project
The architectural project, which was created with the aim of preserving the history of Samandag and transferring the heritage from the past to future generations, has undergone a detailed analysis process. The analyses made from the master plan to the human scale formed the basis of the project and provided a comprehensive perspective to understand the texture of the city.

Inspiration from the Historical Texture
The project examined architectural examples such as “Yoğunoluk houses” and “Vakıflı village houses”, which have an important place in the history of Samandağ, and used these elements in roof and façade designs. This approach aims to achieve a harmonic appearance by combining the character and past of the city with the present.

Functional Layers
In the project, the ground floors generally consist of commercial areas in order to increase interaction with the street, while the upper floors are reserved for residential areas. This arrangement aims at both economic vitality and the comfort of the residents by supporting the social life in the city.

Sustainability and Innovation
Sustainability elements such as courtyard structures, social sharing and solar panels have been a priority focus of the project in terms of environmental and energy efficiency. In this way, an environment suitable for modern living standards has been created and a better quality of living space has been offered to the residents of the city.

Work-Life Balance
Considering the blocks in the part of the project facing the city square as offices aims to increase the interaction between the city and the working areas. Thus, city dwellers will have an environment where they can establish a more comfortable balance between work and life.

Conclusion
This architectural project proposed for Samandağ is not only a physical transformation, but also a step that strengthens the identity and history of the city. The project, which aims to build a modern and sustainable future that is at peace with its past, is an important example to reveal the potential of Samandağ.