Sedad Hakkı Eldem

Turkish architect of modern buildings

Sedad Hakkı Eldem - Turkish architect of modern buildings
Born

1908
117 years ago

Died

September 7th, 1988
36 years ago — 80 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Turkey

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Designed prominent modernist structures in Turkey throughout the 20th century. Contributed significantly to the development of architecture in Turkey by integrating traditional styles with contemporary designs. Served as a professor at Istanbul Technical University, influencing future generations of architects. Eldem's works include residential and civic buildings that reflect the cultural heritage of Turkey while employing modernist principles.

Designed the İstiklal Caddesi building in Istanbul

Conceived the Gürpınar Pavilions

Contributed to urban planning in Turkey

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