Terra Urla 호텔 정원 조경 by Harun Kırlıoglu - Ahan Architecture

Terra Urla 호텔 정원 조경 by Harun Kırlıoglu - Ahan Architecture is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 A' Design Award 동상 in 조경 계획 및 정원 디자인 Competition Category.

동조경 디자인· 2026

Terra Urla 호텔 정원 조경

by Harun Kırlıoglu - Ahan Architecture

Client: AHAN Architecture

A' Design Award 동상 Winner in 조경 디자인 Category

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The Design

About Terra Urla 호텔 정원 조경

테라 우를라(Terra Urla)는 이즈미르 우를라에 위치한 호텔 정원 조경이다. 이 디자인은 지역의 고대 건축 전통과 현대적 지속가능성을 조화롭게 결합한다. 현장에서 채취한 석재를 건식 적층(드라이 스택) 공법으로 쌓아 생물다양성을 지원하는 통기성 표면을 형성했다. 식재는 올레아 유로파에아(올리브), 피스타키아 렌티스쿠스(유향나무), 라우루스 노빌리스(월계수) 등 고유 식물종을 기반으로 하며, 하층부에는 내건성 방향성 식물을 배치했다. 스마트 관수 시스템과 제리스케이핑(건조지 조경)을 통해 50퍼센트의 용수 절감을 목표로 한다. 레스토랑, 스파, 감각 정원, 산책로, 포도원 전망 데크가 방문객 동선을 구성한다.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award 동상

Terra Urla 호텔 정원 조경, 이 작품은 A' Design Award 동상 수상작으로, 창의성, 독창성, 영민함으로 돋보이는 뛰어난 디자인에 수여되는 높은 권위의 인정입니다. 동상 수상작은 충분히 숙련되고 인상적으로 창의적인 작품으로, 디자이너의 폭넓은 경험, 상상력, 기지를 입증합니다. Terra Urla 호텔 정원 조경, 이 작품은 높이 평가받고 감탄과 사랑을 받는 사물로서 두드러지게 전문적이고 혁신적일 것으로 기대됩니다. 이 동상 수상 디자인은 예술, 과학, 디자인, 기술의 모범 사례를 담고 있으며 세부에 대한 주의로 훌륭합니다. Terra Urla 호텔 정원 조경, 이 작품은 필요를 훌륭하게 충족하고 욕망에 닿으며 감정을 매료하고 호기심을 불러일으킵니다.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties: Designed by Ahan, The Key Urla Hotel landscape is a self sustaining ecosystem blending ancient essence with sustainability. Its uniqueness lies in the integration of traditional dry-stack techniques with leed standards. utilizing indigenous flora and smart irrigation, it maximizes water efficiency. The design’s strength is its ecological integrity; by using local materials, it creates a refined environment that preserves heritage for future generations.
Dimensions & Packaging: The planting strategy by Ahan architecture presents an ecosystem based on urlas flora. Technically, the project centers ancient species such as Olea europaea, Pistacia lentiscus, and Laurus nobilis. By using drought-tolerant aromatics in lower layers, it targets 50% water savings via smart irrigation. ın metric-ıso standards, full compliance with leed criteria is achieved through local material use and habitat restoration, technically optimizing the ecological cycle.
Tags: Sustainability, Ancient Techniques, Endemic Flora, Leed Certification, Water Conservation, Dry-Stack Stonework, Regenerative Design
Production Technology: In this project by Ahan architecture, construction is based on the principle of "locality." By processing site-sourced stones with traditional dry-stack methods, the firm designed breathable surfaces that support biodiversity. Industrial materials were limited by opting for regional natural stones and micro-aggregate finishes. This methodology ensures that the project exhibits not only aesthetic appeal but also a structural integrity strictly compliant with leed criteria.
Design Challenge: For Ahan architecture, the primary challenge was technically reconciling ancient construction techniques with modern leed sustainability criteria. Internal factors involved establishing an aesthetic language that met social expectations while preserving urla’s historical fabric. External factors included navigating rigid local regulations and limited access to specialized artisanal knowledge. These hurdles were overcome by hybridizing technology with local craftsmanship, ensuring design authenticity was preserved within the constraints of production possibilities.
Research: Ahan architecture conducted qualitative research on local textures and leed v4.1 water efficiency & sustainable sites criteria. The objective was to merge ancient techniques with integrated design parameters. Using site analysis methodology, flora and edaphic data were collected. Experiments on endemic plants proved that dry-stack techniques increased biodiversity by 30% and reduced potable water demand by over 50%. These insights offer regenerative models for the industry and design field.
Inspiration: Ahan Architecture draws inspiration from the dialogue between Urla’s history and ecological resilience. The goal was to move from decorative landscaping toward a functional ecosystem. By bridging traditional dry-stack techniques with modern standards, the firm focuses on "genius loci". Utilizing xeriscaping and endemic flora ensures minimal water consumption. Through strategic water management, the practice translates the region's ancient legacy into a sustainable, contemporary sanctuary.
Project Duration: The project started in Urla/ızmir in March 2022 and was completed in October 2025.
Operation Flow: The experience flow by Ahan architecture transforms the guest into an active part of the site. One starts at the restaurant, blending with the landscape via local flavors, then moves to the spa for the serenity of water and stone. Positioned as the heart of the experience, sensory gardens offer direct contact with flora to calm the mind, while walking paths turn footsteps into discovery. Yoga and picnic areas provide spiritual balance, and the journey culminates at the vineyard observation deck with a view of Urla heritage.
Team Members: Architect: Han Tümertekin
Lighting designer: Emre Unlü
Landscape Architect: Harun Kırlıoğlu