Exploring the Fringe-Belt Phenomenon in a Multi-Nuclear City: The Case of Istanbul

Urban fringe-belts, once peripheral zones of historic cities, have undergone significant transformation into central business districts (CBDs) due to urban growth cycles. This study highlights how such areas in Istanbul, initially characterized by loose textures and potential for public spaces like green areas and industrial heritage sites, now reflect CBD characteristics while retaining their role as ecological corridors and buffer zones against urban sprawl. The research employs detailed land-use analysis to trace these changes within the broader urban development pattern of Istanbul, emphasizing the importance of understanding fringe-belts' dynamics for urban memory, heritage preservation, and future city planning.

Kubat, A. S. (2019). Exploring the Fringe-Belt Phenomenon in a Multi-Nuclear City: The Case of Istanbul. Iconarp International J. Of Architecture and Planning, 7(Special Issue “Urban Morphology”), 95–134. https://doi.org/10.15320/iconarp.2019.83