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Gökhan Catikkas
M.Architect
Selected works 2011-2023
Architectural Approach
Approach
ABSTRACTION - BRAINSTORMING
Each new project is an exciting opportunity. The goal of the design should be defined clearly. Which aspect of architecture should be pirioritized in the given context?. Urban texture, sustainabilitiy, an impressive look, innovative materiality etc. To search the focus, digital or oldschool sketching is the best way. What is expected from this building to achieve?
Asking the right questions by sketching and making variations helps us see the priorities and search what the design can offer for us. Every aspect of a project should be well thought and refined without overdesigning and avoiding a mix of half executed ideas.
Reducing and finding / keeping the main design rules clear / building a story are key factors in the first very enjoyable phases of the design proccess.
WORKFLOW DESIGN - TOOL BUILDING
Choosing the right tools for the right purpose is critical for efficiency. Most of the time we need to take one step further and design our tools. Scripting with Dynamo and Grasshopper helps us to do repetitive and time consuming tasks quicker.
A good design workflow with the knowledge of aspects of the project that can change in the next phases helps the team to quickly fine tune the design without redoing most of the architectural material. A comprehensive workflow and designing in 3D helps us to visualise and see many possiblities. Generating “to the point” tools helps us use our time to think “architecture” and “design”. Software should serve us to achieve our design goals and we should be open to learning new software and improve our tools if necessary.
COORDINATION - DETAIL DESIGN
To execute the clear idea and achieve the buildings purpose, every detail is important. The designer should create a feedback loop and keep the first idea sketches and test in every step how the coordination / optimisation of the design effects the building.
Real world challenges like regulations and cost efficiency can effect our architectural vision in the later phases of the project, therefore testing the later design decisions and simulating with visual material can help us adapt, interpret new information or suggest innovative solutions to keep most of the design ideas until the construction phase.
Professional Works
WORK
RESEARCH
Research
CONTACT
GÖKHAN CATIKKAS - M.ARCHITECT
- Over 10 years of experience in international large-scale projects & architectural competitions. Wide software knowledge & passion for design and technology.
- Ability to develop unique parametric design approaches using advanced software, always focusing on the solution and improving the design on every layer.
- Main Focus on concept design - 3D design - BIM workflows in later design phases. Interested in simulating, scripting and visualising the design, finding solutions starting with the first sketches, perspectives and videos for visual communication.
- Team player, aiming to create an enjoyable working atmosphere, passion for sharing knowledge by teaching and learning
Experience:
Architect at Behnisch Architekten Munich - since April 2019
Tabanlioglu Architects Istanbul - June 2015 - March 2019
GAD - Istanbul - Sept 2014 June 2015
Tabanlioglu Architects Istanbul - July 2009 - Sept 2013
Education:
UPC Iaac - Barcelona 2014 - Masters degree
YTU İstanbul 2009 - Bachelors degree
KIT Karlsruhe 2007 - Erasmus Student Exchange
IEL Istanbul 2005 - High School degree
Software:
Autocad, Revit, Dynamo, 3ds max, Rhinoceros, Grasshopper, Vray, Lumion, Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere, Indesign
English / German / Turkish
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