Investigation of avanos region in the context of urban idenity

Abstract

Avanos separates from the others with its own unique identity; from ancient times to the present day, historical continuity and change is one ofthe most important examples offer us. Structures in Cappadocia, while giving the impression of an extension of nature with Fairy Chimneys; in Avanos far this tuffaceous structure varies from the other side of this impression. Throughout history, people in this region have meet housing needs via data obtained from nature and Cappadocia has achieved an appropriate holistic language. Therefore, this language is based on holistic urban identity of the region. By using This architectural language, the environment they live, along the northern and southern coasts of the Kizilirmak River, was built on terraces (or platforms). However in 20th century, due to the growing population, it has started a new construction and Avanos has entered into a process of changing. This process of change; new construction in the region, has become a threat to historic continuity. In addition, in this case, it revealed concerns that holistic language impaired. Tuff Stone house and traditional types used in the old building, the location is left unplanned urbanization. For thèse two different configurations,the Kizilirmak River as a separator and a limiting element cornes to the fore. This article, through the concept of urban identity, focused on the concepts of change and continuity on the Avanos. The aim of the study is to hold a mirror to the ongoing changes in Avanos and to generate new ideas from the region's traditional tissue. For this purpose, constitutes the research case study example. Qualitative research methods are also used in the study. Within this study, samples of new construction in the process of change in Avanos with its traditional architecture is examined. In addition, the point of view of both regions will be discussed. When examining the appearance of the area, the Kizilirmak River is considered both as a reference point, as well as both coasts of the river has been identified as a boundary for the study that examined. This article will focus on the settlement that draws a view of the continuity of river on the north side and the settlement on the southern side of the river that draws the appearance changes.