Within the scope of the restoration of Haydarpaşa Pier, designed by Architect Vedat Tek in the Republic Period, Teneart undertook the restoration of the tiles made by the artist Mehmet Emin Usta from Kütahya.
Reflecting the characteristics of the Neo-Classical period, Haydarpaşa Pier has a rich tile decoration intertwined with wood and stone workmanship. Kütahya tiles, used as a ‘ building element’ integrated with architecture in the design of Architect Vedat Tek, remind us of the function and importance of tile art in architecture, which is generally used today under the name of ‘ art panel’ .
Except for the patterned panels on the window pediments, all the tile pieces on the exterior and interior of the building were renewed by Tene Art. 25,000 tiles in various forms and sizes, in turquoise, cobalt, off-white and brick colors, were produced with care to match the color tones of the originals and were installed in a way that blends in with the stonework of the facades.
Location: Haydarpaşa İskelesi, İstanbul
Employer: Aksan & Anıl İnşaat
