Uphill Court

THE LARGEST BOUTIQUE‑STYLE RESIDENTIAL PROJECT, UPHILL COURT, IS COMING TO LIFE. WITH 65 YEARS OF CUMULATIVE EXPERIENCE IN THE SECTOR AND A QUALITY‑SERVICE APPROACH FROM TEKNİK YAPI and VARYAP', UPHILL COURT OFFERS A SINGLE PROJECT THAT EMBODIES THIS EXPERTISE.

Strong and reliable institutions in the sector – TEKNİK YAPI and VARYAP, backed by TOKİ – Emlak GYO – provide a “de luxe” lifestyle for families who do not wish to compromise on their way of living. The UPHILL Court project, which allows residents to live in the city centre while being away from its hustle and bustle and where all needs are met, brings a fresh breath to the rising lifestyle trend on the Anatolian side. Situated at the highest point of West Ataşehir, its privileged location and distinctive architecture create a modern living hub; from design to execution, it is carried out to international quality standards. As the first multi‑storey residential project in Turkey to be executed in a boutique style, UPHILL Court will become an indispensable living centre thanks to its ideal location, offering swift connections to all shopping, business and entertainment hubs on both the European and Asian sides of Istanbul. Surrounded on three sides by parkland, set amidst greenery, and positioned in the city centre, UPHILL Court comprises 17 blocks, 2 towers, 1,744 apartments ranging from 60 m² to 400 m², a 5,000 m² shopping mall, guest parking, a fully underground 90,000 m² car‑park, 75,000 m² of green space and social facilities. The project has been designed according to the lifestyle and family size of the target audience. Studio apartments are located in a separate block. The shopping centre, UPHILL Mall, which will host only top‑tier brands, VIP cinemas and restaurants, is planned as the new attraction of the Anatolian side. In short, UPHILL Court will make sport, art and comfort indispensable with its open recreation areas, sports club and SPA services.

Turkey’s largest private underground car park

Because all parking at UPHILL Court will be underground, no vehicles will be present in the residential zones, creating a safer and more peaceful environment. Cars will be directed from the main entrance to each flat via five separate routes. In the underground car park, one space is allocated for 1+1 and 2+1 apartments, two spaces for 3+1 and 4+1 apartments, and three spaces for 5+1 and 6+1 apartments. Consequently, the car park, which is partly three‑storey, will have a minimum of two and up to four basement levels to allow direct access to the building lifts. The project will also set a “first” with its guest parking: a guest car park equivalent to 20 % of the total number of apartments will be provided. When guests arrive at the dedicated gate, a staff member will contact the resident being visited, register the guest and issue a “guest chip” card. This smart guest card will guide the visitor to the appropriate flat.

Higher ceilings and spacious apartments

The architectural concept of UPHILL Court prioritises a more airy living environment. Drawing inspiration from the high‑ceiling, spacious dwellings of our ancestors, a clear internal height of 2.73 m has been adopted for the apartments. This provides considerably more cubic metres than standard tunnel‑form buildings.

Pools rivaling holiday resorts

Residents of UPHILL Court will feel as if they are living in a holiday resort thanks to seven pools, one of which is indoor. Shared facilities also include tennis courts, a basketball court, a golf‑practice area, a mini‑golf course, a walking trail, children’s playgrounds, swimming pools and jacuzzi zones.

UphIll Service makes life delightful

Everything that will make life easier and feel special awaits flat owners in UphIll Service. From a limousine service that transports residents and guests after work, to a private helipad, to Natura and Animal Park where plants and pets can be safely left, the service simplifies daily life. In addition, UphIll Kids offers a safe space for children, while technical assistance, specialised hobby rooms (music, dance, library) and a range of sporting and social activities will give flat owners a privileged experience – all abundantly available in UphIll Service!

VIP security everywhere

One of the advantages of living at UPHILL Court is a security system that will never become tiresome. The key element of the system will be “smart chips”. These chips can be attached to any personal item the flat owner carries – a key‑fob, a business card in a wallet, a part of a bag, a rosary, etc. The chip will grant the owner VIP status throughout the site. For example, when the owner approaches the car‑park barrier, it will open automatically; when the vehicle is parked, a light will illuminate on the screen in front of the central security officer confirming the rightful owner. If someone attempts to park in another’s space, the vehicle owner will be warned by light and sound, and the officer will be alerted on his monitor and will attend the area. Likewise, if the owner carries a chipped item, they can easily access the pool or other activity zones. Those without permission or without a chip will trigger an invisible sensor that alerts security staff, ensuring unauthorised persons are identified.

Full automation for every flat

Each flat will be equipped with automation for fire, gas, glass breakage and fire detection, allowing easy use. Because the infrastructure is ready, owners who wish to add further automation features can do so with great ease.

Every luxury is present in UPHILL Residence

With two 31‑storey residences linked at the hilltop, UPHILL Court offers a contemporary interpretation of neo‑classical lines in modern living spaces. UPHILL Residence comprises fully furnished 1+1, 2+1, 3+1 apartments and offers the comfort of a five‑star hotel. Residents can also benefit from laundry, catering, restaurants, a bookshop, a market with corners of many brands, limousine and taxi services, barber, hairdresser, lost‑and‑found office, journalist desk, pharmacy, health centre, bar, café, Turkish bath, sauna, Finnish sauna and many other services.

Sun‑controlled glazing

Technology has been maximised to keep residents’ running costs to a minimum. Deep water wells have been drilled to supply irrigation water, creating a budget that will place the lowest possible monthly charge on communal expenses. In addition to a new façade cladding system that raises thermal insulation to the highest level, windows will feature sun‑controlled glass, preventing waste of the country’s expensive energy.

Extra safety for earthquakes

As a guarantee that the anticipated Marmara earthquake will not affect UPHILL Court residents, the two companies behind the project, TEKNİK YAPI and VARYAP', have already delivered over 2,000,000 m² of buildings whose performance today can be demonstrated.

Easy access

Access to the planned UPHILL Court will be very quick and easy via the TEM motorway. UPHILL Court is only a five‑minute drive from Istanbul’s three major city centres.

TECHNICAL INFORMATION:

The concept of the UPHILL Court project, which emerged from the combined 65‑year experience of the TEKNİK YAPI and VARYAP joint venture, was developed by senior lecturer in architecture Cihangir Tutluoğlu. The development of the project was supported by architect Necla Aydoğan and all managers and staff of the joint venture, while the site’s terrain and location played a major role in shaping the concept. Structural designs were prepared under the consultancy of Boğaziçi University, led by Prof. Gülay Altay.

Geotechnical studies were commissioned to GEOS under the supervision of Assoc. Prof. Dr. Oğuz Tan and Assoc. Prof. Dr. İsmail Hakkı Aksoy from the Soil Mechanics Chair of İ.T.U. Faculty of Civil Engineering.

Instead of the 2–3 m foundation depths shown as sufficient in the soil reports, foundations were deepened to 10–12 m to rest on more massive rock strata, also facilitating easier access to the car parks.

A tunnel‑form system, known for its seismic safety, was selected. The formwork brand MESA, with years of international experience, was chosen; in addition to the usual tunnel forms, a height and system used in the United States were manufactured. When selecting the building’s load‑bearing system, symmetry of the moments of inertia was ensured in the x‑y directions and also pursued on the diagonals. Care was taken to align the centre of mass with the centre of inertia. All calculation parameters were kept above the values mandated by the specifications.

The best and highest‑quality products were chosen for both design and material selection. For example, when specifying the concrete grade, BETONSA was contracted to produce concrete on‑site under the control of TEKNİK YAPI and VARYAP' without compromising their own standards. Concrete plants and a laboratory were installed on the construction site.