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Redefining:

the Future of the Built Environment through Visionary Architecture

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Event Overview

Türkiye is redefining the future of the built environment through visionary architecture, large-scale masterplans, transformative infrastructure, and sustainable urban development. As a strategic gateway connecting Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, the country is setting new benchmarks in climate-responsive design, innovation, and investment.

The Türkiye Architecture & Asset Development Forum, taking place on 2–3 February 2027 in Renaissance Polat Istanbul Hotel, Istanbul, Türkiye, will bring together architects, developers, investors, government authorities, urban planners, and industry leaders to explore everything from large-scale masterplans and infrastructure to culturally rooted, climate-responsive architecture.

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Event Objectives

Promote sustainable and climate-responsive architecture.

Preserve cultural identity through innovative design.

Connect developers, investors, governments, and architects.

Showcase landmark projects and best practices.

Drive collaboration and new business opportunities.

Advance the future of architecture and asset development across Türkiye.

“The Desert Architecture Forum was such an inspiring experience. It brought together incredible minds who are all rethinking how we design for desert environments. The conversations around sustainability, livability, and innovation really resonated with what we’re doing at New Murabba. It’s exciting to see a community so passionate about shaping the future of architecture in the region.”
Hala Lloyd
Executive Director Architecture, New Murabba, Saudi Arabia

Market Drivers

Nationwide Urban Transformation & Earthquake Resilience

Following the 2023 earthquakes, Türkiye has accelerated urban transformation and introduced updated regulations emphasizing disaster resilience, safer buildings, and resilient city planning. This remains one of the country’s biggest construction priorities in 2026.

Sustainable & Climate-Responsive Design

Sustainability, climate adaptation, circular construction, and energy-efficient buildings are receiving increasing attention from both researchers and the construction industry, especially in urban renewal projects.

Real Estate, Hospitality & Tourism Growth

The construction sector continues to be supported by investment in residential, commercial, hospitality, and tourism developments, with PPP infrastructure projects and earthquake reconstruction driving new opportunities. 

Market Scale

The broader construction and architecture market is valued at approximately $183 billion in 2026, with a projected climb to $238.6 billion by 2031 (5.45% CAGR).

Seismic Resilience

Türkiye is retrofitting 6.7 million buildings to improve earthquake resilience by strengthening foundations, walls, and structures using techniques such as steel bracing, concrete jacketing, fibre-reinforced polymers (FRP), and base isolation to reduce damage and protect lives.

Green-Cement Mandates

Starting in 2025, public tenders require low-clinker, eco-friendly cement, fundamentally altering how architects specify materials for the 2026–2030 cycle.

Urbanization & Infrastructure

Infrastructure remains the fastest-growing segment (6.92% CAGR), with high-speed rail lines and urban rail systems expected to reach significant milestones by late 2026.

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Event Highlights

Current and Upcoming Projects

“It was a great experience being here at the Desert Architecture Forum it was an inspiring space to connect with peers who share the same passion for preserving heritage while pushing the boundaries of sustainable design. Would definitely be a part of the next edition”
Lee Hallman
Chief Development Officer, AlUla Development Company, Saudi Arabia

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Highlights In Pictures

"The Desert Architecture MENA Forum continues to be one of the most inspiring industry gatherings I attend. It provides a unique opportunity to step away from daily responsibilities and engage with new ideas, innovative projects, and thought-provoking discussions. What stands out most is the meaningful interaction between government entities, developers, architects, planners, and suppliers. These conversations rarely happen in such an open and collaborative environment. The forum encourages knowledge exchange, sparks creativity, and helps professionals broaden their perspectives, making it an invaluable experience for anyone involved in shaping the built environment."
Aarti Balasubramanian
Senior Architect, Department of Culture & Tourism Abu Dhabi,UAE
Global Advisors
Tobias Wallisser
01

Tobias Wallisser

Co-Founder
LAVA – Laboratory for Visionary Architecture Germany
Andrea D'Antrassi
02

Andrea D'Antrassi

Associate Partner
MAD Architects Italy
Kim Quazi
03

Kim Quazi

Director
Arup United Kingdom
Markus Pfisterer
04

Markus Pfisterer

Partner
GMP Germany
Filippo Innocenti
05

Filippo Innocenti

Director
ZHA Architects United Kingdom
Viggo Haremst
06

Viggo Haremst

Design Director, International Projects, Head of Middle East & APAC Markets
Henning Larsen Denmark
Conference Speakers

ESEN GÖKÇE ÖZDAMAR

Prof. Dr., Head of Department of Architecture
Tekirdağ Namık Kemal University

Gonca Paşolar

Managing Partner
Emre Arolat Architecture

Selcuk Avci

Founder
Avcı Architects

Melike Akkaya

Urban Planner & Smart City Expert
Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality

Y. Burak Dolu

Founder
KOOP Architects

Durmus Dilekci

Founder and Principal Architect
DILEKCI Architects (DDA)

Meral Oğuz

Senior Architect / Founding Partner / Manager
Asar Mimarlık Restorasyon

Fevzi Alp Atar

General Manager
İSTON AŞ

Onur Yıldız

Architect
Ministry of Environment and Urbanism

Çağrı Akay

Senior Partner
Tabanlioglu Architects

Hearan Kim

Operations Director
Design International

Celâleddin Çelik

Architect
NUN Mimarlık

Melike Altınışık

Principal
Melike Altınışık Architects

Markus Pfisterer

Partner
GMP

Ali Caliskan

Founding Partner
GEOMIM

Gökhan Avcıoğlu

Founder
GAD Architecture

Paul Schwarz

Technical Director
Dubai Acoustic Research Laboratory

Agenda

08:00 – 09:00

Registration, Coffee Break and Networking

09:00 – 09:05

Welcome Remarks by Great Minds Events Management

09:05 – 09:15

Opening Remarks by Conference Chairman

09:15 – 09:30

Opening Keynote Address

09:30 – 10:15

Opening Panel Discussion: Rebuilding Türkiye’s Urban Future - From Earthquake Risk to Resilient, Investable and Future-Ready Cities

10:15 – 10: 35

Presentation: Transforming Ageing Assets into Future-Ready Urban Destinations

10:35-11:20

Panel Discussion: From Heritage to High Value - the Future of Adaptive Reuse in Türkiye

11:20-11:35

Keynote Presentation

*Reserved for leading innovative solution provider in Turkey Architecture and Assets Redevelopment Forum

11:35 – 12:35

Exhibition Tour and Networking Coffee Break

12:35 – 12:55

Case Study: From Design to Operations-Using BIM, H-BIM and Digital Twins to Improve Project Delivery

Speaker:

12:55– 13:25

Industry Innovation Session

*Session comprises of three 10-minute presentations by leading technology and solution providers globally

13:25– 14:10

Panel Discussion: Scaling Construction Through Local Materials and Innovative Building Systems

14:10 – 14:30

Presentation: Reuse, Restructure & Renovation – Extending Building Life as a Sustainable Strategy

Speaker:

14:30– 14:40

Closing Remarks by Conference Chairman

14:40

Networking Lunch and End of Day One

08:00 – 09:00

Registration and Networking Coffee Break

09:00 – 09:10

Opening Remarks by Conference Chairman

09:10 – 09:55

Panel Discussion: Unlocking Investment in Türkiye’s Urban Regeneration and Asset Redevelopment Market

9:55-10:15

Presentation: Rethinking Urban Transformation to Build Resilient Communities in Türkiye

10:15-11:00

Panel Discussion: Delivering Türkiye’s Mega Urban Transformation Projects from Policy to Execution

11:00 – 11:15

Keynote Presentation

*Reserved for leading innovative solution provider in Turkey Architecture and Assets Redevelopment Forum

11:15 – 12:00

Visit to the Exhibition and Networking Coffee Break

12:00 – 12:20

Presentation: Delivering Scalable and Affordable Housing for Türkiye's Growing Cities

12:20 – 12:50

Industry Innovation Session

*Session comprises of three 10-mins presentations by leading technology and solution providers globally

12:50– 13:10

Presentation: Industrialized Construction, Modular Building and Offsite Manufacturing Accelerating Türkiye’s Urban Transformation

13:10:13:55

Panel discussion: Creating Livable Cities, Designing Better Public Spaces and People-Centred Communities

Panelist:

13:55 – 14:05

Closing Remarks by Conference Chairperson 

14:05

Networking Lunch and Close of Turkey Architecture and Assets Redevelopment Forum

Who Will Attend

Government Authorities and Ministries

Architecture & Design Firms

Project Owners & Master Developers

Real Estate Developers

Engineering & Design Consultancies

EPC Contractors

Research Centers & Academia

Adaptive Reuse & Heritage Specialists

Urban Planners & Sustainability Experts

Smart Façade Systems Providers

Heritage Restoration Solutions Providers

CEOs, VPs, Directors, Heads and Specialists of

Why Attend

Discover Landmark Projects Shaping Türkiye

Explore innovative architecture, urban regeneration, mixed-use developments, and mega infrastructure projects transforming Türkiye’s built environment.

Gain Industry Insights

Learn from leading architects, developers, investors, and government authorities driving sustainable architecture, smart cities, and asset development.

Connect with Key Decision-Makers

Network with developers, architects, urban planners, government agencies, investors, consultants, and technology providers shaping future projects.

Explore Sustainable & Smart Solutions

Discover the latest innovations in climate-responsive design, green buildings, digital construction, smart infrastructure, and future-ready cities.

Learn from Real Projects & Case Studies

Gain practical insights from Türkiye’s landmark developments, urban transformation programmes, and world-class architecture projects.
"The forum plays an important role in bringing together heritage professionals, architects, urban planners, designers, and placemakers under one roof. In our industry, many disciplines often work independently, creating unintentional silos. This platform successfully breaks those barriers and creates opportunities for meaningful dialogue. The discussions around cultural identity, sustainability, and human-centric design are particularly valuable, helping us better understand how architecture can respond to both local heritage and future aspirations. It is a forum that genuinely contributes to shaping the future of our cities and communities."
Abdulatif Jasmi
Director of Cultural Heritage Protection, Qatar Museums, Qatar

Why Partner with the
Turkey Architecture & Asset Development Forum

1

Elevate Your Brand

Position your company as a trusted partner in shaping Türkiye’s future through architecture, urban development, and strategic asset investment.

2

Access Major Project Opportunities

Gain insights into landmark developments, urban transformation programmes, mixed-use projects, and infrastructure investments across Türkiye.

3

Connect with Decision-Makers

Engage directly with government authorities, developers, investors, architects, consultants, and project owners driving the country’s largest developments.
4

Generate High-Value Business

Showcase your products, technologies, and solutions to buyers actively seeking innovative, sustainable, and smart building solutions.
5

Stay Ahead of the Market

Understand emerging industry trends, project priorities, and investment opportunities to strengthen your competitive advantage.

Opportunities to Participate

We only work with the best to offer the best to our customers. Our conferences are a great platform to get your message across to your target audience. Whether you are looking to educate your target market, launch a new product or increase your branding and visibility, our team will work closely with you to develop a package that suits your requirements and helps you stand out in this space.

Suppliers: Essential Contributors to the Future of Architecture & Asset Development in Türkiye

Every material, system, and technology contributes to shaping Türkiye’s rapidly evolving built environment. Suppliers play a key role in delivering innovative, sustainable, and high-performance solutions across architecture, infrastructure, and urban development.
SPONSORs & PARTNERs

Testimonials

“I found the format of the event to be quite engaging. With a series of short sessions, there was a wide variety of topics covered in a condensed timeframe. This approach kept the content dynamic and engaging, offering participants a diverse range of insights and perspectives”

    Fabian Hecker
    Fabian Hecker

    Associate Director, Zaha Hadid Architects

    “It was a great initiative to bring together such a diverse group of people, from suppliers to architects, and even educators. This mix of participants fostered meaningful dialogue and collaboration, which I believe is essential for driving progress in the industry”

      Gwilym Jones
      Gwilym Jones

      Director,10Design

      "The Desert Architecture MENA Forum continues to be one of the most inspiring industry gatherings I attend. It provides a unique opportunity to step away from daily responsibilities and engage with new ideas, innovative projects, and thought-provoking discussions. What stands out most is the meaningful interaction between government entities, developers, architects, planners, and suppliers. These conversations rarely happen in such an open and collaborative environment. The forum encourages knowledge exchange, sparks creativity, and helps professionals broaden their perspectives, making it an invaluable experience for anyone involved in shaping the built environment."

        Aarti Balasubramanian
        Aarti Balasubramanian

        Senior Architect, Department of Culture & Tourism Abu Dhabi,UAE

        "The forum plays an important role in bringing together heritage professionals, architects, urban planners, designers, and placemakers under one roof. In our industry, many disciplines often work independently, creating unintentional silos. This platform successfully breaks those barriers and creates opportunities for meaningful dialogue. The discussions around cultural identity, sustainability, and human-centric design are particularly valuable, helping us better understand how architecture can respond to both local heritage and future aspirations. It is a forum that genuinely contributes to shaping the future of our cities and communities."

          Abdulatif Jasmi
          Abdulatif Jasmi

          Director of Cultural Heritage Protection, Qatar Museums, Qatar

          “It was an incredible experience to share the panel with so many talented architects. Conferences like these are vital for the region, as they help people better understand the unique challenges we face working in hot, humid environments. I strongly recommend that this conference be held again in countries like Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Kuwait. Expanding the event to include Sub-Saharan countries would be highly beneficial for the entire region. The more we learn from one another and exchange ideas, the faster we can advance and drive the industry forward.”

            Hala Lloyd
            Hala Lloyd

            Executive Director Architecture, New Murabba Saudi Arabia

            Venue

            Renaissance Polat Istanbul Hotel, Istanbul, Türkiye

            Registration

            Online event registrations are now closed. You may purchase your ticket at the event registration counter on the 1st day of the event. Please refer to the agenda for timings.

            Primary Delegate

            Government & Ministry

            Complimentary

            Primary Delegate

            Associations, Academia, Developers, Architecture Firm, Contractors, Consultant

            $25 + 5% VAT

            Vendor Delegate

            Technology and solution provider

            $999+ 5% VAT

            Industry Partner

            Vendors & Solution Providers

            Benefits

            2 Passes & Event Branding

            $4,000+ 5% VAT

            Türkiye is redefining the future of the built environment through visionary architecture, large-scale masterplans, transformative infrastructure, and sustainable urban development. As a strategic gateway connecting Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, the country is setting new benchmarks in climate-responsive design, innovation, and investment.

            The Türkiye Architecture & Asset Development Forum, taking place on 2–3 February 2027 in in Renaissance Polat Istanbul Hotel, Istanbul, Türkiye, will bring together architects, developers, investors, government authorities, urban planners, and industry leaders to explore everything from large-scale masterplans and infrastructure to culturally rooted, climate-responsive architecture.

            Building on the strong momentum and industry impact created by the Desert Architecture Forum in the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia, the Türkiye Architecture & Asset Development Forum marks the next strategic step, bringing this vision to one of the region’s most dynamic markets. The forum will serve as a leading platform for collaboration, knowledge exchange, and investment, showcasing the landmark projects, innovative technologies, and sustainable solutions shaping the future of architecture and asset development across Türkiye and beyond.