National Architecture Student Gathering

July 11, 2026

On Saturday, 11 July, founding partner and architect Melis Varkal, architect Gizem Erol, and architect Tuğba Turan Fidanboy came together for a panel discussion at the National Architecture Student Gathering (Ulusal Mimarlık Öğrenci Buluşması).

Bringing together architecture students and professionals from across Türkiye, the session explored different approaches to architectural practice, design processes, and the evolving role of architects today.

Thank you to the UMÖB İzmir organizers and everyone who joined the conversation.

Panel