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AHK KNDU VILLAS

Gad Architecture & Gokhan Avcioglu

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Gad Architecture & Gokhan Avcioglu
AHK KNDU VILLAS designed by GAD for AHK Development, Construction Fitout FF&E Solutions is an impressive residential development in Antalya. It includes four large, twenty two medium, and twelve small residential units. Each unit has its own car park and is linked to public transport via specially designed underground connections.
In addition the north-south orientation maximizes the use of sunlight as each dwelling is fitted with photo-voltaic panels that produce energy. Carefully positioned openings take advantage of the natural daylight, increase privacy and also aid in cross ventilation and a reduction in energy consumption levels. The form and exterior timber cladding acts as a shell that regulates climatic conditions, defines the boundaries of each unit and improves interior lighting. The use of stone coupled with timber brings an element of spirituality and sophistication to the design. The warm organic colors communicate a message of timelessness, this together with the varying textures, patterns and temperatures evoke emotions brought forth via memories.
The project skillfully combines modern living with nature, where the gardens and green spaces merge into the living environment. This is especially evident in the living room where the large windows look out onto the patio and infinity edge pool. The water with its reflective properties aids the sense of a continuation of space and eliminates the boundaries of the green space.
GREENHOUSE
At the southern façade of each housing unit a greenhouse has been implemented into the design. This recreational space is intended to provide a sheltered outside space as an additional feature to the existing structure. It can be used as a conservatory in the winter months or as a greenhouse in the summer.
PHOTOVOLTAIC PANELS
The strategic orientation of the site enables the south facing roof to be fitted with Photovoltaic panels, used to produce renewable energy. The energy created will greatly aid in reducing energy consumption of each unit.
CLERESTORY WINDOWS
The clerestory window aids in the passive ventilation of the unit allowing fresh air to be drawn in and expelled at roof level. The position of the window allows daylight to enter without the effects of solar gains. The clımate inside the buıldıng is controlled with natural sustainable design principles.
WOODEN CLADDING
The East and West facades of the building are glazed, the North and south facades are protected with timber cladding. This element acts as a second façade and shell for the design, it protects the structure and helps to articulate the exterior form of the building.‘Sustainability beyond Green’ is a concept used throughout this project. From energy producing technology, rainwater reservoirs, to a form that improves internal climatic conditions without the need to use artificial ventilation systems. The green areas allow the users to connect individually to the environment taking them back to a style of living based on our vernacular past where the land can be worked for a return. ‘The Art of Survival’ is a concept that has formed part of the landscape design, where manicured garden systems have been avoided and the promotion of native plant species have been at the forefront of the gardening scheme. Native tree species such as the Turkish Pine and Oak have been strategically added to the green scheme since their near extinction in Antalya. In addition native species of grass and aquatic plants have been considered to the greater site plan, which includes the river, to host a variety of organisms and promote the natural species diversity and ecology. The banks of the river are to include a tiered dock to allow amphibious species access to and from the water as well as being able to deal with fluctuations of the river water level. Furthermore bee farm proposals have also been included in the landscape design. The aim of these farms is to help the residents reconnect with their environment, learn the importance of nature and the whole ecosystem and overcome fears distilled in them. The rewards for this effort will be two types of organic honey; wild flower and pine honey, a delicious and rare honey local to the region.
The design team have intricately considered a ‘sustainist’ approach to the evolution of the design. This not only incorporates beyond green but also social design elements.
THE FORM AND LAYOUT
From functional to form with meaning; preservation, protection, safety, shelter are the key meanings behind the form. Co-design practice from the start by the combined input from the client and the future occupiers of the villas which has been interpreted by GAD into a unique design.
THE SITE PLAN
Interconnected rather than individual units, creates a design in context that is suited to the locality. The interdependent villas create a sequence that molds relationships between the occupants. The aim is to define each villa as a separate living area with free circulation around it. The sharing of the circulation space and intangible things encourages the occupants to bond and interact with each other based on the situation. This sustainist approach treats elements of sustainability as a lever for social change.
There are fifteen different Villa types on the site. Residents can choose to live in luxury in homes ranging from 601,06 m2 to 975,50 m2. When looking for quality outdoor activities or bonding with the neighbors, residents can venture out to have a picnic near one of the waterside communal spaces the site has to offer. And for even more organized or formal events and activities, in the near future residents will be able to use the adjacent Aksu River to make their way to the upcoming Beachside Social Club, located directly on the Mediterranean waterfront.

Credits

 Antalya
 Turkey
 AHK
 01/2017
 35.000 mq
 Gokhan Avcioglu
 Nesime Önel, Mustafa Kemal Kayis, Gökşen Güngör, Esra Esen, Durak Arıkan,Semih Acar, Mert Turkozu, Yücel Demir, Osman Sumer, Yıldız Gergun
 AHK
 AHK
 AHK

Curriculum

GAD is an contemporary architectural practice based in Istanbul, New York, Bodrum and has been a leader in research and concept design since 1994. The firm is headed by design principle Gokhan Avcioglu, who works with a team of dedicated staff comprising of architects and global collaborators. GAD believes that current architecture and urbanism are influenced by media, culture, software, consumer habits and consumer behaviors. This belief leads the practice's development which is centralized around the understanding of how these factors affect the built environment at differing scales. GAD's success lies in its methodological research of the client's programmatic requirements, its iterative process of digital and physical modelling, and meticulous process innovation. GAD understands that architecture as a practice relies on understanding historical precedent, as well as research, experimentation and continually finding new ways to combine these in compelling and thought-provoking ways.

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