JDS Architects' newest seafront design for Zeytinburnu City in the European part of Istanbul was designed to maximize views of the Marmara Sea, designboom reports.
The mixed-use development is located between Istanbul's center and airport, and though it will accomodate mostly residential units, it will also include commercial function and public spaces.
For more information on the project, visit the official design page here.
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