

HK House
Year: 2023
Area: 1.200 m2
Located in Ankara–Bilkent, this single-family residence is conceived as a contemporary architectural composition defined by the interplay of articulated volumes, a layered building envelope, and expansive glazed surfaces.
The building is formed through a series of horizontally and vertically shifted masses, creating deep overhangs, terraces, and recessed planes that enrich both spatial depth and environmental performance. This fragmented yet controlled composition allows the structure to avoid a singular monolithic expression, instead establishing a dynamic balance between solid and void.
The façade operates as a multi-layered shell system, where opaque surfaces and transparent planes are carefully orchestrated. Solid white frames define the overall geometry of the building, acting as a unifying architectural language, while recessed glazing and secondary material layers introduce depth, shadow, and texture. This approach transforms the envelope into an active mediator between interior and exterior conditions.
Large glass surfaces play a central role in dissolving the boundary between inside and outside. Corner glazing and continuous openings maximize daylight penetration and establish uninterrupted visual connections with the surrounding landscape. These transparent planes are complemented by terraces and planted edges, allowing nature to extend into the architectural composition.
Internally, the spatial organization follows this openness, with fluid living areas on the ground level and more private, controlled spaces on the upper floors. The overall design balances clarity and complexity—combining a strong formal language with a refined sensitivity to light, material, and human scale.















