Evaluation of Ankara Train Station Area in the Old and New Context

Authors : Şule Nur Altın

Pages : 370-385

Doi:10.46250/kulturder.1616357

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Publication Date : 2025-03-10

Article Type : Research Paper

Abstract :The machines introduced by the Industrial Revolution brought radical transformations, including the invention of trains, which led to the emergence of station buildings and campuses. These campuses became focal points of their surroundings, evolving into urban spaces that contributed to local development. The changing environments shaped by railway heritage form an integral part of industrial heritage, influencing the memory and history of cities. Advancements in technology have led to the adaptation of trains, rendering some station buildings insufficient and necessitating new structures. The Ankara Station Campus, a significant example of industrial heritage, has expanded with additions over time. With the introduction of the high-speed train in the 21st century, the first major addition, the Ankara High-Speed Train Station, was inaugurated in 2016. In 2019, part of the campus ownership transferred to Medipol University, which subsequently constructed the Dentistry Faculty Building in 2020 to meet its needs. This study evaluates the architectural and cultural values of the campus buildings. It examines the Ankara High-Speed Train Station and Medipol University Dentistry Building in the context of imitation, emulation, respectful approach, and contrast design criteria, emphasizing their impact on the integrity of the campus as an industrial heritage site.
Keywords : demir yolu, eski ve yeni, değer temelli koruma, miras, tasarım yaklaşımı