Emre Arolat narrates the Istanbul Painting and Sculpture Museum on Eşik

In Eşik series 22nd episode, Emre Arolat emphasizes the importance of considering Istanbul’s historical, physical, religious, and demographic layers during the planning process. He mentions that the transformation of industrial areas into art spaces through adaptive reuse projects is not only functional but also cost-effective. He highlights the Istanbul Painting and Sculpture Museum as a significant place for urban memory.

He then proceeds to discuss the unique qualities of the museum’s design, detailing the processes undertaken during the design phase, including preservation efforts and additions made to the space. He also mentions the museum’s openness to flexibility in exhibition and curation, as well as its relationship with its surroundings.

You can watch the video here.