The risks of mega urban projects creating a dystopia: Canal Istanbul

Baba, Ece Ceylan

doi:10.1016/j.cacint.2020.100039

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“…Still, this hugely significant project has not been open for discussion at a public inquiry and has been conducted in a non-transparent manner. Although almost nine years have passed since it was announced, no official document has been released publicly (Ceylan Baba, 2020). This continuous state of ambiguity creates an everlasting unease, that turns into fear.…”

Section: Mega-projects and Their Possible Relations With Fear And Arc...mentioning

confidence: 99%

“…This continuous state of ambiguity creates an everlasting unease, that turns into fear. From this comes a society that lives in fear and a social order that operates by mechanisms contingent on this fear (Ceylan Baba, 2020). This non-transparent, ever-changing sea of information creates an atmosphere of unease and insecurity in society.…”

Section: Mega-projects and Their Possible Relations With Fear And Arc...mentioning

confidence: 99%

“…The official aim of the Canal Istanbul is; to decrease busy ship traffic on the Bosporus and rotate the cargo ships to the Canal Istanbul, thereby avoiding ship accidents and creating safe routes for these ships (Ceylan Baba, 2020). In addition, the Ministry mentioned that the new canal aims to protect and preserve the historical and cultural heritage (Ceylan Baba, 2020). On the other hand, according to critics, the implicit aim of the Canal Istanbul Project is related to economic gains, which are linked to the New Istanbul Project, which is a round of megaprojects in Istanbul (Ceylan Baba, 2020;Kılıç, 2020).…”

Section: Canal Istanbul Project As a Casementioning

confidence: 99%

“…In addition, the Ministry mentioned that the new canal aims to protect and preserve the historical and cultural heritage (Ceylan Baba, 2020). On the other hand, according to critics, the implicit aim of the Canal Istanbul Project is related to economic gains, which are linked to the New Istanbul Project, which is a round of megaprojects in Istanbul (Ceylan Baba, 2020;Kılıç, 2020). As far as the official website of the project shows, scientific studies and analyses have not yet been shared with the public, and the canal route and measurement distance vary yearly and remain uncertain.…”

Section: Canal Istanbul Project As a Casementioning

confidence: 99%

“…Furthermore, in the EIA (CED) report, salt water from the canal of the groundwater source could adversely affect states (Kılıç, 2020). Also, due to its current route, the project will destroy the Terkos and Sazlıdere natural water sources, which are important drinking water sources for residents of Istanbul (Baba, 2020). According to academicians, the project will also affect Istanbul's archaeological sites (Kılıç, 2020).…”

Section: Literature Review On Canal Istanbul Projectmentioning

confidence: 99%

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Fear and Architecture: Learning from Mega-Projects and Canal Istanbul as a Case

Baba,

Aktaş,

Balioğlu

et al. 2023

JCUA

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Fear has been a fundamental aspect of human existence throughout history, and its connection with architecture has evolved as cities and the built environment have changed. Mega-projects, such as Canal Istanbul, play a significant role in shaping urban fear. Considering this fact, this study explores the relationship between fear and architecture in the context of mega-projects, with a focus on the case of Canal Istanbul, to define fear, identify its different types (environmental, socio-economic, technological), and examine their common underlying factor: generating a situation of uncertainty. The research investigates the Canal Istanbul project as a case study, presenting arguments supported by theoretical sources to explore the relationship between fear, architecture, and uncertainty. In this regard, this study adopts a qualitative and interpretive research approach. It provides insights into the potential consequences of the Canal Istanbul project concerning fear and architecture by emphasizing the importance of transparency and public participation in mega-projects, highlighting the need for detailed analysis and scientific references. Overall, the research contributes to understanding the interplay between fear, architecture, and mega-projects, offering valuable insights for future urban planning and development.

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Section: Mega-projects and Their Possible Relations With Fear And Arc...mentioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Mega-projects and Their Possible Relations With Fear And Arc...mentioning

confidence: 99%