https://www.mtddergisi.com/eng/authentic-shutter-systems-of-the-traditional-commercial-structures_618

Abstract

In the traditional cities, the center is shaped by commercial structures consisting of bedesten, inn, arasta and stores. There are shutters on the entrance facade of these buildings which are used for security, exhibition and sales purposes. Aim: With this study, it is aimed to determine, document and generate details of the original shutter systems in terms of typology and compare them with today's examples. Method: Restoration applications with original shutter systems were identified and documented; original examples were detailed and compared with other examples from various aspects. Findings: In the original examples, it was determined that the shutters were opened in a vertical or horizontal direction by consisting of different numbers of wings, and they were used for the purpose of protecting the products from wind and sun due to their original details, in addition to creating a counter for the safety of the shop and sales. It has been determined that very few original examples remain today. Conclusion: Today, the original shutter system of many traditional trade structures has been replaced with materials and elements that are not suitable for the texture and structure; For this reason, it has been determined that the authenticity of the structures as well as the authenticity of the traditional texture are deteriorated. With the study, source data for original shutter systems for restoration applications were created.