Following the Traces of Sedad Hakkı Eldem in Istanbul is a VR documentary game that explores the legacy of one of Türkiye’s most influential Republican-era architects, Sedad Hakkı Eldem. The project enables users to virtually navigate significant buildings across Istanbul, blending architectural history with immersive storytelling. Through interactive environments, players gain a deeper understanding of Eldem’s design philosophy and its impact on the cultural and urban identity of modern Istanbul.
The project was realized through the collaboration of Arda Çalışkan, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Salih Ceylan, Pınar Şahin, Güven Çatak, Server Zafer Masalcı, and Volkan Ziya Hacıtahiroğulları, combining expertise in interior architecture, design, and immersive media to create an innovative digital heritage experience.