Supporting Istanbul's global financial center vision, Ziraat Towers is a landmark project at Istanbul International Financial Center, Ataşehir. With 431,000 m² total construction area, the complex comprises two towers of 40 and 46 floors rising above an eight storey podium.
Building Projects
Istanbul International Financial Center, Ziraat Towers
Ziraat Towers at Istanbul International Financial Center
LEED certified high specification office towers of 40 and 46 floors
Ziraat Towers at Istanbul International Financial Center
2018 - 2023
General Information
Location
Istanbul, Ataşehir, International Financial Center
Employer
Ziraat GYO
Architectural Designer
KPF (Kohn Pedersen Fox)
Mechanical/Structural/Electrical Designer
Arup
Project Management
Turner
Project Scale
431,000 m² construction area
Key Feature
Sustainable structures built to LEED Platinum certification standards
Project Duration
2018 - 2023
Function
Ziraat Bankası Headquarters
Infrastructure Components
2 high-rise towers: 40 and 46 storeysAtrium spaces and a stone-clad auditoriumCommercial and social spaces, a gym and a prayer room on the podium floorsIndoor parking for 3,100 vehicles
Architectural and Engineering Details
Technologies and Innovations Used
Project Stages and Solutions
Construction Stages
01
Raft foundation construction and ground improvement where required
02
Construction of reinforced concrete frames, beams and shear walls
03
Facade cladding and glazing
04
Completion of atrium and auditorium structures
05
Integration of mechanical, electrical and smart building systems
Solutions
Industrial formwork with wind protection screens and climbing systems at selected points supported the rapid schedule.
Pump and crane integration was optimized for high rise concrete pours.
International standard high rise site management ensured occupational safety.
Sustainability
Sustainability
Energy Efficiency
High performance glass facades meeting LEED Platinum criteria reduced heat loss and maximized daylight in the towers.
Smart building automation was integrated during construction to optimize climate control and lighting energy management.
Water Management
Rainwater collection and reuse infrastructure supplied vehicle washing and landscaping
Water saving fixtures and systems were planned throughout. Infrastructure stores wastewater greywater for toilet cistern reuse.
Material and Waste Management
Low emission, recyclable construction materials were preferred.
Low carbon production methods were used for steel and reinforced concrete materials.
Excavation and construction waste was separated for site filling or recycling.
Structural Durability and Safety
Solutions improved high rise seismic resistance against earthquake and wind loads.
Durable materials reduced maintenance costs and extended sustainable building life.
Reducing Environmental Impacts and Long Term Sustainability
Site noise, dust and vibration were monitored continuously.
Local procurement and labor were prioritized, reducing the logistical carbon footprint.
High performance 50/32 window glazing minimized summer cooling needs. It offers high transparency with uniform reflected and transmitted color while minimizing solar heat gain.
Green spaces reduced the urban heat island effect.
Five bridges connect the towers within the central atrium. Ziraat Towers offers far more than headquarters: offices, restaurants, cafes, gym, retail, a specially designed auditorium for conferences, training and symposia, multipurpose meeting rooms, prayer rooms and floor and roof gardens provide diverse functions.
Construction prioritized functionality, architectural aesthetics and sustainability. Compliance with LEED Gold Platinum criteria provides environmentally sensitive, energy efficient, modern workplace infrastructure. It was the first certified project within Istanbul Financial Center and is among the few nationwide with this distinction.
Construction prioritized functionality, architectural aesthetics and sustainability. Compliance with LEED Platinum criteria provides environmentally sensitive, energy efficient, modern workplace infrastructure. It was the first certified project within Istanbul Financial Center and is among the few nationwide with this distinction.
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