Kanyon

Istanbul, Turkey

Client: Eczacibaşi and İş Reit
Year: 2000 - 2005
Status: Built; Key Projects
Type: Mixed-Use
Consultant
Collaborating architect

An interior view of a modern architectural space, showcasing a geometric ceiling with triangular patterns and soft lighting. The perspective emphasizes the curved tiers of the structure.

A tall, curved glass building dominates the foreground, reflecting the sky with its horizontal lines and dark panels. In the distance, several modern skyscrapers rise against a clear blue sky above landscaped greenery.

Kanyon is Turkey’s first open-air mixed-use development, an urban ensemble of retail, residential and office spaces that rises from Istanbul’s Bosphorus-facing Beşiktaş district toward the summit of Maslak Boulevard. Conceived in the spirit of a natural canyon, the project weaves together the main boulevard, the neighbouring residential fabric and the metro line, creating a continuous topographical and social connection.

A tall, curved glass tower rises against a deep blue sky, glowing with reflected light. Darker buildings frame it on both sides, creating a strong contrast with the bright central structure.

A tall, cylindrical modern office building illuminated at dusk, with green lighting at the top. The surrounding area features other buildings under a blue and orange sky, creating an urban skyline atmosphere.

Curved layers of a modern building frame the view upward toward another tall structure with many balconies. The scene creates a dynamic sense of depth through sweeping lines and contrasting materials.

Architectural drawing illustrating a multi-level building design, featuring various colored sections representing different floors and spaces, with a tall skyscraper on the right and a curved structure at the center.

A modern, curved building with layered balconies and greenery rises beneath a light, tensile canopy, creating a dramatic play of shadows and lines. People move through the open courtyard below.

Aerial view of a modern architectural structure featuring curved balconies, pathways, and greenery. The design includes multiple levels and walkways connecting different areas.

An aerial view shows a large, curved modern building glowing at dusk, surrounded by city lights and busy streets. The illuminated architecture contrasts with the dense urban landscape fading into the evening haze.

A large crowd fills a modern shopping mall atrium during a live concert, with people gathered on multiple levels around the stage. Bright lights and the curved architecture amplify the energetic, festive atmosphere.

A futuristic, oval-shaped building encloses a circular plaza, with warm interior lights glowing through horizontal openings. The clean geometry and soft lighting create a calm, sculptural atmosphere within the modern architectural space.

Its central amphitheatre-like public space serves as a vibrant stage for cultural events, while the terraced residences establish a direct dialogue with the open-air circulation spine. The project introduced a new model of urban life in Istanbul, blending landscape, public space and architecture into a fluid, experiential environment.

A modern architectural structure with curved facades, illuminated ceiling details, and a glass walkway. The surrounding buildings reflect night lighting, with a partial moon visible in the sky.