Lecturer PhD Kiyomet Sancar Özyavuz is affiliated with Karadeniz Technical University's Faculty of Architecture, Department of Architecture. She holds a doctorate in Architecture from the same institution and has been a lecturer since 2014. Her educational background includes a PhD (2005-2012), postgraduate (2001-2005), and undergraduate (1997-2001) from Karadeniz Technical University. PhD in Architecture MSc in Architecture BArch in Architecture Her research spans architectural design, education, and building information systems. Recent work focuses on graphic elements for cultural identity preservation, healthcare architecture, and digital learning tools. She contributes to interdisciplinary projects blending technology with architectural representation. Selected publications highlight trends in sustainable design, user-centered healthcare environments, and cultural continuity through visual communication. Active in institutional projects, she leads or participates in initiatives like the Trabzon Architecture Guide and KTU Children's Hospital design. Scientific recognition includes the 2022 Best Design Award from Engineering Architecture Awards for KTU Children's Hospital. She serves as Assistant Editor for Livenarch+ Journal and contributes to peer reviews. Professional activities include thesis advisories and participation in funded projects by TUBITAK and the Ministry of Development. Her design portfolio features KTU Medical Faculty Campus Development and Farabi Hospital projects.






