Ahmet Gün

Assoc. Prof. Ahmet Gün is an academic at Istanbul Technical University, affiliated with the Faculty of Architecture and the Department of Interior Architecture. His research focuses on architectural design technologies, urban transformation, and participatory design models, with an emphasis on disaster resilience and digital tools. He holds administrative roles including President of the Mimarlık Araştırmaları Derneği (since 2021).

Education:

• Bachelor of Architecture, Istanbul Kültür University (2007–2012)
• Master of Urban Design, Istanbul Technical University (2012–2014)
• PhD in Architectural Design, Istanbul Technical University (2014–2019)

Research Interests:

• ICT-based participatory platforms for urban planning
• Post-disaster spatial practices and community engagement
• Accessibility in digital gaming and design tools
• Flexible architectural design for cultural spaces
• Urban regeneration in developing regions

Recent Research Trends: His work increasingly intersects with disaster management, leveraging technology to enhance civic participation in urban recovery. Recent studies address challenges like post-earthquake temporary settlements and color blindness in gaming accessibility.

Grants & Advising:

• Supervised 8+ theses on topics like game design and disaster resilience
• Project Lead: "Deprem sonrası mekansal tahliye unsurlarının ve geçici yaşam alanlarındaki mekansal koşulların araştırılması" (2023–2024)

Labs/Teams: Active in interdisciplinary teams focused on participatory spatial design, urban innovation, and disaster response strategies.