Authors :
Susan Mya Çaksın; Demet Irklı Eryıldız
Volume/Issue :
Volume 9 - 2024, Issue 1 - January
Google Scholar :
http://tinyurl.com/4pb2m9c7
Scribd :
http://tinyurl.com/42tnsdur
DOI :
https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.10521612
Abstract :
In the ever-evolving sphere of architecture and
urban planning, the quest for creating inclusive, vibrant,
and community-centered places has led to this study. This
paper initially analyzes five architectural theories
(Vitruvian Principles, Modernism, The International
Style, Post Modernism, Sustainability & Green
Architecture) to propose a more appropriate concept. In
regard to promoting vernacular architecture and local
architectural traditions, a more appropriate model
‘Pluralistic Placemaking’ is proposed. This theory
advocates for the celebration of cultural, social, and
aesthetic diversity in our communities, promoting spaces
that not only reflect this diversity but also nurture a sense
of unity and shared ownership. It encourages us to think
architecture from many nuance approaches. Architects
should not only consider architectural theories and
traditions, but also consider the importance of
community building, vernacular architecture, emergency
and disaster resilient design, architectural conservation,
aesthetic approaches and more. To be able to do that, we
need to be aware of integration of theories and traditions,
respect cultural context, understand symbolism, practice
community involvement, exercise adaptation instead of
assimilation, understand architectural language and
allow flexibility and innovation.
Keywords :
Architectural Theory, Pluralistic Placemaking, Diversity in Architecture, Inclusive Urban Planning, Community-Centered Design.
In the ever-evolving sphere of architecture and
urban planning, the quest for creating inclusive, vibrant,
and community-centered places has led to this study. This
paper initially analyzes five architectural theories
(Vitruvian Principles, Modernism, The International
Style, Post Modernism, Sustainability & Green
Architecture) to propose a more appropriate concept. In
regard to promoting vernacular architecture and local
architectural traditions, a more appropriate model
‘Pluralistic Placemaking’ is proposed. This theory
advocates for the celebration of cultural, social, and
aesthetic diversity in our communities, promoting spaces
that not only reflect this diversity but also nurture a sense
of unity and shared ownership. It encourages us to think
architecture from many nuance approaches. Architects
should not only consider architectural theories and
traditions, but also consider the importance of
community building, vernacular architecture, emergency
and disaster resilient design, architectural conservation,
aesthetic approaches and more. To be able to do that, we
need to be aware of integration of theories and traditions,
respect cultural context, understand symbolism, practice
community involvement, exercise adaptation instead of
assimilation, understand architectural language and
allow flexibility and innovation.
Keywords :
Architectural Theory, Pluralistic Placemaking, Diversity in Architecture, Inclusive Urban Planning, Community-Centered Design.
