About me
Research Assistant with PhD in Architecture and Design at Bahçeşehir University, specializing in Virtual Reality (VR) and game-based learning for architectural education. Developed VR games including an educational game for construction pedagogy, and Following the Traces of Sedad Hakkı Eldem, a collaborative VR documentary game on architectural heritage. Authored peer-reviewed journal articles, book chapters, and international conference papers. Teaching experience includes 6+ years in design studios and construction courses, mentoring more than 100 undergraduate students each year.
Some of my projects
Experience
Istanbul, Türkiye
Faculty of Architecture and Design, Bahçeşehir University
Sept 2019 – Present
Research Assistant
Supporting undergraduate education in design studios, construction courses, and digital media classes.
Conducting doctoral research on Virtual Reality (VR) and game-based learning in architectural education.
Coordinating departmental virtual exhibitions, academic events and international workshops.
Istanbul, Türkiye
Uğur Schools
2017 - 2018
Interior Architect
Contributed to architectural and interior design projects, including the adaptation and renovation of educational facilities.
Articles & Publications
Education
Istanbul, Türkiye
2020 – 2026
Ph.D. in Architecture and Design
Bahçeşehir University
GPA: 4.00/4.00
Istanbul, Türkiye
2017 – 2020
MSc in Interior Design
Bahçeşehir University
GPA: 3.95/4.00
Istanbul, Türkiye
2013 – 2017
B.A. in Interior Architecture and Environmental Design
Bahçeşehir University / Berlin International University of Applied Sciences (2015)
GPA: 3.29/4.00
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Awards
TÜBİTAK 2224-A
International Conference Participation Support, 2025
NAWA Conference Participation Grant
Polish National Agency for Academic Exchange, 2023 / 2025
Emerging Scholar Award
Design Principles & Practices Research Network Conference, 2024
Second Prize
The 1st STELSI International Metaverse Architecture Competition, 2023













