ARCHITECT KEMALEDDIN: A LIFE AT ONE OF HISTORY'S TURNING POINTS (1870-1927) |
1913 Karaagaç Station Building Edirne
The design of the station is believed to have been commenced directly after the declaration of the 2nd Constitutional Period. Its construction was undertaken in 1913 after the Balkan War and the liberation of Edirne, but although it was not completed due to the First World War, İt is known to have been ready to go into operation after the declaration of the Republic.
The complex comprising a great number of service buildings, social facilities and accommodation covers a large area. In the majority if not in all the design flair of Kemaleddin Bey can be observed. The large scale main building extends in an east-west plane and has an axial design. The wing structures with a central corridor extend along both sides of the large waiting room. The centrally placed magnificent waiting hall is given emphasis by stair towers rising on both sides.