Located in the Seferihisar district of İzmir, the project is conceived as a contemporary residential settlement that foregrounds the relationship between landscape, topography, and the coastline. The masterplan establishes a continuous spatial experience with the sea through two pedestrian pathways connecting the site to the pier and the shoreline. This gradual, terraced approach towards the coast defines a strong threshold between architecture and landscape, reinforcing the project’s integration with its natural context.
The settlement is organized around a low-density development strategy, composed of one residential block and two village-like clusters. These village settlements are structured through a flexible spatial system consisting of four different modules, and are spatially articulated by a central water element referred to as “Riva.” Four distinct villa typologies are integrated into the overall layout, contributing to the continuity of the architectural language across the site.
Buildings are positioned in harmony with the existing topography in order to minimize land intervention and preserve the natural vegetation. Open spaces are not treated as residual areas, but as active social environments articulated through courtyards, pedestrian axes, and terraced green spaces. The gradual transitions between private, semi-private, and public realms enhance both privacy and collective living, supporting diverse modes of social interaction.
The social and commercial functions within the project establish a semi-autonomous living environment that supports daily life while maintaining a strong relationship with its surroundings. Rather than presenting itself as an isolated object, the project is conceived as an extension of Seferihisar’s coastal landscape, offering a contemporary interpretation of coastal living that prioritizes walkability, social life, and a sensitive engagement with nature.