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The structure is located within a vineyard and olive grove in Seferihisar, İzmir, which possesses suitable soil for wine production and captivates people with its geography. The presence of the vineyard is the most significant influence in shaping the design concept of the structure. The linear alignment of the grapevines, strategically placed to maximize yield and guided by the prevailing winds in the area, forms an important reference that defines the structure's form. The design concept aims to create a space that subtly integrates into the dynamic flow of the vineyard.
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The structure is delicately embedded into the natural terrain, concealing its spaces within. Its aesthetic impact varies from different angles, sometimes blending seamlessly with the axes of the vine rows, appearing as a hidden space within the topography, and at other times standing out as a dominant vertical element with its strong and emphasized walls. The primary material of the structure is colored earth-based mineral plaster, which symbolizes the representation of the process of nurturing and growing from the land itself.
The structure's form, following the linearity of the vineyards, establishes a strong relationship with the varying levels of the topography. This relationship conceals the building from view in some perspectives, while its distinctive wall design enhances its presence in others. The walls that the visitor follows play a central role in approaching the structure. The guidance of these walls leads the user to an initial courtyard within the building. Positioned at the center of the structure and designed as a sheltered space, the courtyard enables functions such as reception, connection, and distribution. The courtyard serves as a semi-open living area, providing comfort and protection against adverse climatic conditions, while also facilitating circulation between the surrounding spaces. This void created within the structure not only acts as a physical, architectural, and symbolic axis for the project but also carries the typology of the traditional "Life" spaces found in old Aegean houses, characterized by earth or stone floors and the distribution of rooms. In addition to the structure's form following the linearity of the vineyards, its inspiration from the Aegean lifestyle of the region highlights the sensitive architectural approach taken in designing this project.
"Firstly, when I contacted Office Istanbul Architects for the project, they came to me with a design proposal that understood my sensitivity to the nature of the land and the vineyard's productivity. In my opinion, the most crucial aspect of the project was adapting a structure to the site that could harmonize with the topography, act as an integral part of the vineyard, and not obstruct the essential wind for the vineyard. I believe this sensitive approach is commendable."
Kemal Serkan Demir is MA, Architect, selected as one of the 40 architects under 40, born in 1985, Antalya, residing in Istanbul. He studied architecture at YTU in Istanbul. After graduation, he stayed in London for a couple of months to experience architectural workshops. He received an MA degree in Interior Design at ITU and Stuttgart University. He participated in several workshops about architectural design in Italy, Germany and Switzerland. He is attending studio courses as a visiting lecturer at YTU and METU.
