Department of Interior Architecture and Environmental Design – “Low Energy, High Comfort: Qualified Passive Building Design Through the Example of ‘V Houses’” Event Held

The Department of Interior Architecture and Environmental Design at Istanbul Gedik University, Faculty of Architecture and Design, held an online event titled “Low Energy, High Comfort: Qualified Passive Building Design Through the Example of ‘V Houses’” on October 21, 2026.

The event addressed energy efficiency, user comfort, and sustainable building design. Through the example of “V Houses,” participants explored the principles of high-quality passive building design, design decisions aimed at reducing energy consumption, and key considerations for creating buildings with high environmental performance.

Moderated by Lect. Dr. Rüksan TUNA, the event featured architect İbrahim Serhat KORKMAZ, a certified passive house designer and Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) expert, as the guest speaker.

We would like to thank İbrahim Serhat KORKMAZ for sharing his knowledge and experience, Lect. Dr. Rüksan TUNA for moderating the event, and all our students for their participation and contribution.