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ABOUT ME

I’m a researcher and architect with a focus on 'form design and making', 'experimental spatial design', 'immaterial and immersive space design', and 'computational strategies for post-disaster architecture' (explored after the 2023 Turkey Earthquake). After graduating in Architecture from Istanbul Technical University (2018) and completing a master’s in Architectural Design (2023), I am now pursuing a PhD in Architectural Design Computing at ITU.  Alongside my research, I teach design studios at Istanbul Medipol University and co-lead İlişimler Collective (since 2019), where we explore spatial perception and the interplay of material and immaterial elements.

 

I’m defined by my determination, high motivation, and adaptability, combined with strong communication and social insight that empower me to lead, collaborate, and create meaningfully.​​​​

Education

2023 - present

2018 - 2023

2013 - 2018

2004 - 2013

Istanbul Technical University | PhD 
Architecture Design Computing Program, PhD.
GPA: 3.93. Passed the Qualifying Exam.


Istanbul Technical University | Master’s Degree
Architecture Design Program, M.Sc. GPA: 3.75
 
Istanbul Technical University | Bachelor's Degree
Department of Architecture. GPA: 3.43

Amasya Science & Art Center  
Supportive Education for Gifted Children in Cognitive Skills Development

Professional
Experience

2024 - present

 



2023 - present





2021 - 2024





2019 -
present 






2019 - 2021





2019 - 2020





2018 - 2019



2016 - 2017 



2015 - 2016

Research Assistant at Istanbul Medipol University

Dean: Prof. Dr. Attila Dikbaş

Head of Department: Prof. Dr. Ayşe Zeynep Sözen

Supporting undergraduate architectural design studios and researching immersive space design.

Academic Content Coordinator at SPACE Studies

Director: Pınar Engincan

Developing academic content and coordinating organizational processes for symposiums and events.

 

Research Assistant at FMV Işık University

Head of Department: Prof. Dr. Nuran Zeren Gülersoy

Supported undergraduate architectural design studios, organized student workshops, and participated in funded research projects.

 

Co-founder of İliş-im-ler Collective

Team: Tolga Aydoğdu, Ayçin Atukeren, İnanç Şencan, Burak Delikanlı. 

Collaborating with universities and organizations to conduct experimental spatial design workshops and immersive design practices.

 

Research Assistant at Nişantaşı University

Heads of Department: Prof. Dr. Hülya Kılıç, Prof. Dr. Ufuk Doğrusöz

Supported undergraduate interior design studios, organized student workshops.

 

Architect & Construction Site Manager at ISER Construction

Managed architectural design and on-site construction processes for design and application projects.

 

Researcher at Istanbul Technical University

Conducted research within a BAP-funded project under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Elmira Ayşe Gür.

 

Architectural Intern at Rönesans Holding

Contributed to the Maltepe Piazza Project as part of Construction Chief Serkan Kayışoğlu’s team.

 

Architectural Intern at EMAAR Holding

Assisted in the Address Hotel Project by Foster + Partners under the supervision of Ebru Gozdasoglu.

© 2025 by Betül Uçkan.

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