An Ecological Breath for Ankara: Gölbaşı Wetland Project

The Gölbaşı Wetland Project aims to restore the existing natural landscape, integrate it with the urban environment in ecological harmony, and design it with a sustainable landscape approach. The project proposes the preservation of existing reed beds, rainwater harvesting strategies, the use of solar energy, ecological farming areas, birdwatching towers, viewing platforms, yoga and meditation spaces, aquatic plant gardens, and livestock circulation zones as key functional elements.

The design is shaped by a holistic approach that balances rural and urban dynamics while ensuring water and energy management. The site is structured into three distinct zones: an outer ring (public access), a middle ring (controlled service area), and an inner ring (a preserved wetland core). This project serves as a significant example of protecting Ankara’s natural landscape assets while integrating them sustainably into urban life.