The objectives of urban regeneration projects are not limited to the renovation of buildings. They must be designed within the framework of the support they will provide for environmentally and economically sustainable development. Osman Yıldırım, Chairman of the Board of Directors at Yıldırım Construction Group, states that properly planned urban regeneration projects will help to expand the concept of ‘Green Buildings’ nationwide, emphasising that the savings achieved will benefit both investors and the country.
Although urban regeneration is primarily associated with the reconstruction of old and dilapidated buildings, it plays a significant role in the environmental and economic organisation of urban life. Projects in the housing sector involving heating, ventilation and air-conditioning (HVAC) and insulation systems are no longer merely a matter of individual comfort, but have become a necessity for the country as a whole.
Osman Yıldırım, Chairman of the Board of Directors at Yıldırım Construction Group, which has been supporting urban regeneration projects in the Şişli-Bomonti area under the Kuleli Evleri brand since 2006, emphasises that energy efficiency must be a top priority when constructing buildings. Yıldırım stated: “Given that we are a country that imports energy, we must prioritise energy efficiency in newly constructed buildings. The most appropriate approach would be to design and implement all our buildings in line with the ‘Green Building’ philosophy. Properly planned urban regeneration projects will increase the number of green buildings, thereby contributing to both investors and national prosperity in the short and long term,” he said.
INSULATION SYSTEMS FOR ENERGY-EFFICIENT AND LONG-LASTING BUILDINGS
Osman Yıldırım, Chairman of the Board of Directors at Yıldırım Construction Group, stated that the Kuleli Evleri projects have been designed to save energy and water, and emphasised that insulation systems are a necessity for new buildings.
Yıldırım said, “If we calculate the lifespan of buildings as 50 years, any errors made during construction will persist for 50 years. Systems designed during the planning phase are of great importance for sustainability. Considering that a significant portion of our income is spent on energy, it is essential that buildings are well protected from external conditions and properly insulated to provide heating or cooling. Homes designed with waterproofing, whether on the roof, underground or on the facades, help to extend the lifespan of buildings. We construct our buildings in all our projects based on this principle,” he said.