Educational Facilities · Istanbul
IPKB School Projects (200+)
A large-scale portfolio of engineering designs prepared for more than 200 schools under the Istanbul Project Coordination Unit (IPKB).
Project Facts
- Location
- Istanbul
- Building type
- Educational Facilities
- Engineering
- Sönmez Mühendislik
Project
About IPKB School Projects (200+)
A large-scale portfolio of engineering designs prepared for more than 200 schools under the Istanbul Project Coordination Unit (IPKB).
The designs prepared for more than 200 schools under the Istanbul Project Coordination Unit aim to create seismically safe, healthy learning environments for students. In a portfolio of this size, common design criteria and typical details adapted to each school's ground and brief keep design quality consistent.
IPKB School Projects (200+) is one of the reference projects in Sönmez Mühendislik's educational facilities portfolio. Since 1995, Sönmez Mühendislik has provided structural, electrical, mechanical and infrastructure engineering with BIM coordination for projects in Türkiye and abroad.
Approach
Engineering for educational buildings
In schools, dormitories and campuses, user safety, seismic resistance and operating economy require the structural and building services designs to be developed together.
- Structural design with seismic safety as the priority
- Lighting and power for classrooms and common areas
- Heating, ventilation and plumbing
- Energy-efficient system selection
Engineering
Key engineering topics for this type of project
The priority in school buildings is the safety of students and a healthy learning environment. Seismic resistance, indoor air quality, good lighting and low operating costs are the main design criteria.
- 01
Seismic safety
Educational buildings are classed as high-importance buildings in the code, and the structure is designed accordingly.
- 02
Indoor air quality
Ventilation is sized to supply enough fresh air to crowded classrooms.
- 03
Good lighting
Uniform, glare-free lighting is provided in classrooms and study areas.
- 04
Shared facilities
Services for sports halls, dining halls and auditoriums are planned separately.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Why is seismic design special for school buildings?
Schools are heavily used and may serve as assembly or shelter points after an earthquake, so the code gives them higher importance.
Why does classroom ventilation matter?
CO2 levels rise quickly in crowded classrooms; enough fresh air directly affects students' concentration and health.
How is the design of many schools managed?
Common design criteria and typical details are set up and adapted to each school's site, ground and brief, keeping quality consistent.
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