This project is set in the oldest area of Istanbul, Fatih. The proposition is to revitalise some surprisingly decadent areas through the use of water. In order to do so, the project develops at different scales: from the daily thousands of traditional moments at the scale of the individual such as markets and gatherings in hammams, to the design of urban public terraces and plaza, to the absurd reactivation of the massive Roman water infrastructure. This creates a dynamic exchange of life activities dealing with the city, the people, the enormous lifeless ancient water network and urban public spaces.

Waterfall Fountain

Fountains used to bring life to the city of Istanbul. Now the lay lifeless on the side of the road. The waterfall fountain aims to recreate a public space for gathering and exchange.

Waterfall Fountain

Fountains used to bring life to the city of Istanbul. Now the lay lifeless on the side of the road. The waterfall fountain aims to recreate a public space for gathering and exchange.

Atmospheric Hammam

Studying the silent atmosphere of the Hammam, isolated from the chaotic life of Istanbul.

The Ritual of the Hammam

The ritual of the hammam is composed by five steps:

1. Entering silence
2. Intimacy
3. Meditation
4. Relaxation
5. Socialisation for pleasure or business

Water Container

Praying Water Fountains

The aqueduct extend on roofs and roads of the city. A series of platforms are located on top of buildings an streets offering spiritual platforms for the muslim ritual of purifying the body for the pray.

Water Tower Workshop

The Roman water network used to have water towers in order to increase the speed of water in the aqueduct through gravity. The water wheel generates energy of the hosted glass blowing, silver, copper workshops.

Water Tower Workshop

The Roman water network used to have water towers in order to increase the speed of water in the aqueduct through gravity. The water wheel generates energy of the hosted glass blowing, silver, copper workshops.

Aqueduct Hydration

Hydration of the city.