Nurbin Paker Kahvecioğlu

Nurbin Paker Kahvecioğlu is a Professor at the Department of Architecture, Istanbul Technical University, with research expertise in architectural design, design methodology, and architectural education. Her work bridges theoretical and practical domains, addressing urban transformation, building information modeling (BIM), and reflective design practices.

• PhD in Building Sciences from Istanbul Technical University (1997-2001)
• Master's in Building Sciences (1990-1992)
• Bachelor's in Architecture (1985-1989)

Her recent articles focus on BIM's impact on architectural workflows, reflective knowledge in design, and urban gentrification. She has contributed to 15 publications between 1993 and 2023, with keywords spanning architectural theory, digital design, and urban sociology. Her work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to sustainable cities and communities.

• Teknopark Istanbul Competition Prize (2020)
• European Union KFAS Headquarters Competition (2018)
• TMMOB National Architecture Award - Building Category (2018)
• Bandirma Campus Urban Design Competition (2017)
• Gallipoli Martyrs Memorial Competition (2017)

She has served on architectural juries (Istanbul, Sivas, Inegol) and led research projects on urbanization processes. Her h-index is 12 according to Scopus, with 3 citations in recent works.