PhD

2025

Kısmet, Burcu. Architecture and Circular Economy: Developing a Building-Scale Circularity Indicator, Ph.D. Dissertation, Supervisor: Prof. Dr. Meryem Birgül Çolakoğlu, 2025. (Available: 24.10.2027)

Güner, Sevde. Game-space in Spatial Knowledge Acquisition: A Virtual Reality Approach to an Archaeological Heritage Site Sample, Ph.D. Dissertation, Supervisor: Prof. Dr. Leman Figen Gül, 2025.

Aktaş Yanaş, Elif. Implicit Dimensions of Empathy in the Perception and Creation of Architectural Space, Ph.D. Dissertation, Supervisor: Prof. Dr. Leman Figen Gül, 2025.

Kaya, Uğur. A Strategic Evaluation of BIM-Driven Information Management in the Turkish AEC Industry, Ph.D. Dissertation, Supervisor: Prof. Dr. Ozan Önder Özener, 2025.

Karacif, Esranur. Taxonomy and Visualization of Digital Architecture Knowledge: Proposal for a Scientific Online Encyclopedia, Ph.D. Dissertation, Supervisor: Doç. Dr. Ahmet Gün, 2025.
2024

Yıldız, Berfin. Artificial Intelligence Approach in Architectural Design: Recognition of Space Functions with Machine Learning and Architectural Plan Generation with Generative Adversarial Networks, Ph.D. Dissertation, Supervisor: Prof. Dr. Gülen Çağdaş, 2024.

Tümerdem, Deniz. Crafting Wooden-Framed Bioplastic Composite Panels through a DIY Materials Design Approach, Ph.D. Dissertation, Supervisor: Prof. Dr. Leman Figen Gül, 2024. (Available: 25.11.2026)

Gündüz, Gamze. A Tool Oriented Approach to Digital Making and Control in Design, Ph.D. Dissertation, Supervisor: Prof. Dr. Mine Özkar, 2024.

Hamzaoğlu, Begüm. Bridging Knowledge across Architectural Heritage and Digital Fabrication Technologies, Ph.D. Dissertation, Supervisor: Prof. Dr. Mine Özkar, 2024.

Razzaghmanesh, Delara. A Computational Interpretative Design Model for Exploring Iranian Geometrical Patterns, Ph.D. Dissertation, Supervisor: Doç. Dr. Ahmet Gün, 2024.
2023

Buyruk, Yusuf. Parametric Design and Robotic Fabrication Method Within Mixed-Reality Environment, Ph.D. Dissertation, Supervisor: Prof. Dr. Gülen Çağdaş, 2023.

Kırdar Bakraç, Gülce. A Decision Support Model Based on Bayesian Belief Network to Evaluate Urban Vibrancy, Ph.D. Dissertation, Supervisor: Prof. Dr. Gülen Çağdaş, 2023.

Durmazoğlu, Mahmut Çağdaş. A New Approach for Development of a Mobile Augmented Reality Application to Be Used in the Early Phases of the Architectural Design Process, Ph.D. Dissertation, Supervisor: Prof. Dr. Leman Figen Gül, 2023.

Savaşkan, Mustafa Onur. Parametric H-BIM Application for Traditional Rural Architecture: Vernabim, Ph.D. Dissertation, Supervisor: Prof. Dr. Ozan Önder Özener, 2023.

Meterelliyoz, Mehmet Ümit. Evaluation of Parametric BIM-Enabled Pedagogical Methods in Construction Technology Education, Ph.D. Dissertation, Supervisor: Prof. Dr. Ozan Önder Özener, 2023.

Doma, Oğuz Orkun. DREAMSCAPE: Use of Virtual Reality in Architectural Design & Education, Ph.D. Dissertation, Supervisor: Prof. Dr. Sinan Mert Şener, 2023.
2022

Demir, Gözdenur. Analysis of Visual Design Principles in Art and Architecture by Computer Vision and Learning Based Model, Ph.D. Dissertation, Supervisor: Dr. Aslı Kanan, 2022.
2021

Bayraktar, Mehmet Emin. A Mobile Environment for Modelling in the Conceptual Design of Tall Buildings, Ph.D. Dissertation, Supervisor: Prof. Dr. Gülen Çağdaş, 2021.

Karakoç, Erhan. Intelligent System Design for Environmental Performance Oriented Adaptive Façade Module, Ph.D. Dissertation, Supervisor: Prof. Dr. Gülen Çağdaş, 2021.

Oral Karakoç, Hülya. A Conceptual Framework for the Reconfiguration Processes in Extrusion-Based Making, Ph.D. Dissertation, Supervisor: Prof. Dr. Meryem Birgül Çolakoğlu, 2021.

Kay, İpek. Designing Digitally-Enhanced Environments for Children's Play with Everyday Objects, Ph.D. Dissertation, Supervisor: Prof. Dr. Mine Özkar, 2021.

Maden, Seçkin. Computing Structural Analogies of Musical Rhythms in Visual Design, Ph.D. Dissertation, Supervisor: Prof. Dr. Mine Özkar, 2021.
2020

Öksüz, Elif Belkıs. An Evaluation Method for a Designer's Procedural Abstraction in Computational Thinking, Ph.D. Dissertation, Supervisor: Prof. Dr. Gülen Çağdaş, 2020.

Çalışır Adem, Pınar. An Interpretation of Environmental Data with Computational Tools in a Traditional City and a Computational Design Model, Ph.D. Dissertation, Supervisor: Prof. Dr. Gülen Çağdaş, 2020.

Uzun, Can. A Study on Interaction of Artificial Intelligence and Architecture: Production and Evaluation of Architectural Plans with Generative Adversarial Networks, Ph.D. Dissertation, Supervisor: Prof. Dr. Meryem Birgül Çolakoğlu, 2020.

Çapkın, Hatidza. Development of BIM Learning Scenarios for Architectural Education, Ph.D. Dissertation, Supervisor: Prof. Dr. Meryem Birgül Çolakoğlu, 2020.

Sucuoğlu, Elif Ensari. An Uninterrupted Urban Walk: 3D Analysis Methods for Supporting the Design of Walkable Streets, Ph.D. Dissertation, Supervisor: Prof. Dr. Mine Özkar, 2020.
2019

Çavuşoğlu, Ömer Halil. Evaluation of Decision Making Processes in the Early Design Stage with Building Information Modeling in the Context of Sustainability, Ph.D. Dissertation, Supervisor: Prof. Dr. Gülen Çağdaş, 2019.

Coşkun, Emirhan. Computer Game Based Model in Basic Design Education, Ph.D. Dissertation, Supervisor: Prof. Dr. Gülen Çağdaş, 2019.

Ünal, Faruk Can. The Use of Local Data in Architectural Design Through Augmented Reality, Ph.D. Dissertation, Supervisor: Prof. Dr. Yüksel Demir, 2019.
2018

Özgan, Sibel Yasemin. Computational Design in the Medieval Seljuk Art: Learning from the Hands-On Creative Traditions of Geometric Patterns, Ph.D. Dissertation, Supervisor: Prof. Dr. Mine Özkar, 2018.

Başyıldırım, Miray. Urban Design in Education: A Flexible Computational Spatial Model, Ph.D. Dissertation, Supervisor: Prof. Dr. Mine Özkar, 2018.

Güzelci, Orkan Zeynel. An Entropy Based Design Evaluation Model for Architectural Competitions Through Multiple Factors, Ph.D. Dissertation, Supervisor: Prof. Dr. Sinan Mert Şener, 2018.

Gürbüz Yıldırım, Esra. A Method Based on Space Syntax and Fractal Analysis for Analysing Urban Texture: The Case of Gaziantep, Ph.D. Dissertation, Supervisor: Prof. Dr. Gülen Çağdaş, 2018.
2016

Özbaki, Çağda. Design Thinking via Model Making: Physical versus Digital Media, Ph.D. Dissertation, Supervisors: Prof. Dr. Gülen Çağdaş and Dr. Elif Sezen Yağmur Kilimci, 2016.

Atak Doğan, Özlem. A Computational Approach for Evaluating Complex Urban Formations, Ph.D. Dissertation, Supervisor: Prof. Dr. Gülen Çağdaş, 2016.

Aksoy, Yazgı. A Model for Sustainable Site Layout Design with Pareto Genetic Algorithm: SSPM, Ph.D. Dissertation, Supervisor: Prof. Dr. Gülen Çağdaş, 2016.

Sökmenoğlu Sohtorik, Ahu. A Knowledge Discovery Approach to Urban Analysis: The Beyoğlu Preservation Area as a Data Mine, Ph.D. Dissertation, Supervisors: Prof. Dr. Gülen Çağdaş and Prof. Dr. İkbal Sevil Sarıyıldız, 2016.

Gürsoy Toykoç, Benay. Formalizing Making in Design, Ph.D. Dissertation, Supervisor: Prof. Dr. Mine Özkar, 2016.

Torus, Belinda. Generating Customized Housing Plan Layouts in Computer Environment Using Tunnel Form Structures, Ph.D. Dissertation, Supervisor: Prof. Dr. Sinan Mert Şener, 2016.

Özenen, Gürkan. Assessing the Usability of Interactive Augmented Reality for Efficient Use of Models in Architectural Education, Ph.D. Dissertation, Supervisor: Prof. Dr. Sinan Mert Şener, 2016.

Orbey, Betül. Tool as Design Variant, Ph.D. Dissertation, Supervisor: Prof. Dr. Sinan Mert Şener, 2016.
2014

Alaçam, Sema. Bodily Experience and Spatial Thinking in Architectural Design Process, Ph.D. Dissertation, Supervisor: Prof. Dr. Gülen Çağdaş, 2014.

Gürer, Ethem. The Phenomenology of Computational Thinking in Design, Ph.D. Dissertation, Supervisors: Prof. Dr. Gülen Çağdaş and Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mine Özkar, 2014.

Dinçer, Ahmet Emre. A Digital Model for Mass Housing Design Using Cellular Automata Approach, Ph.D. Dissertation, Supervisors: Prof. Dr. Gülen Çağdaş and Lect. Dr. Hakan Tong, 2014.

Özer, Derya Güleç. Optimization of User Accessibility in Architectural Design Using Genetic Algorithm – aDA: Case Study on Health Campuses, Ph.D. Dissertation, Supervisor: Prof. Dr. Sinan Mert Şener, 2014.
2011

Girginkaya Akdağ, Suzan. A GIS Method for Analysing the Effects of High Rise Buildings on City Skylines, Ph.D. Dissertation, Supervisor: Prof. Dr. Gülen Çağdaş, 2011.

Çakıcı Alp, Neşe. Simulation and Representation of Occupants’ Emergency Behaviour and Movement in Buildings Using an Agent Based Model, Ph.D. Dissertation, Supervisor: Prof. Dr. Gülen Çağdaş, 2011.

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