The Relation between Space and Function in the use of the Iwan in Turkish Architecture of the Middle-ages

The iwan, which has a deep-rooted history in near eastern and Asian buildings, is a landmark of Islamic architecture. Iwans are used in all building typology, such as vernacular and public architecture. Iwans have an especially important role in Turkish architecture, both in spatial organization and...

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Main Author: Alev ERARSLAN
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: KARE Publishing 2012-04-01
Series:Megaron
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Online Access:http://www.journalagent.com/megaron/pdfs/MEGARON-97269-ARTICLE-ERARSLAN.pdf