The architectural study of the Row Houses was completed by Sarkis Balyan. This set of residences are one of the best examples of the civil architecture of 1870s with their neoclassical front design, lacking the influence of the previous Baroque and Rococo styles. These forms were the direct reflection of the first westernization moves, which affected the Ottoman Empire, not only in fields of science, art, agriculture and trade but also architecture and housing styles in the first quarter of 19th century. Row Houses are the first examples of the change at the time, from traditional stonework/wooden to stone or brick houses with 4-6 story row or block dwellings and detached houses with gardens.
Besides the unique historical advantage, the location of the Akaretler Residences is another attraction point. Being in close proximity to the Bosphorus Strait, city center, the Old City, Nisantasi; the city's most fashionable shopping district and central business districts surrounded by Turkish and international companies, is a promise that the project is well positioned to attract a myriad of users.
Akaretler Row Houses crowns a space totalling 60,000 square meters, of which 55,000 square meters is closed and 5,000 square meters uncovered. There are 59 residences and 34 offices within the project area.
The architectural study of the Row Houses was completed by Sarkis Balyan. This set of residences are one of the best examples of the civil architecture of 1870s with their neoclassical front design, lacking the influence of the previous Baroque and Rococo styles. These forms were the direct reflection of the first westernization moves, which affected the Ottoman Empire, not only in fields of science, art, agriculture and trade but also architecture and housing styles in the first quarter of 19th century. Row Houses are the first examples of the change at the time, from traditional stonework/wooden to stone or brick houses with 4-6 story row or block dwellings and detached houses with gardens.
