ABOUT

Engineering Discipline, Architectural Aesthetics, Academic Assurance

Construction and architecture are not only about raising buildings — they are a high-responsibility discipline where science, safety, and aesthetics meet under one roof.

Founded in 2016 by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sinan Cansız — academic, civil engineer, and architect — SC Yapı is a visionary architecture and engineering firm that unites academic knowledge with strong field practice.

The Golden Trio of Engineering

SC Yapı Golden Trio assurance — academic expertise, engineering reliability, and field performance

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From theory to site: a holistic expertise story

Our journey rests on a dual-discipline foundation: Civil Engineering at Yıldız Technical University (2010) and Architecture (2015). Since 2011 our founder has taught future engineers and architects, completing his doctorate in Structural Engineering at YTU in 2020.

Following national and international academic work on earthquake-resilient structural design, he earned associate professorship in 2023 — ensuring the latest seismic knowledge transfers directly to our sites.

Broad project typology and industry consulting

Since 2016 we have delivered architectural design, engineering calculations, and construction for qualified housing, mixed-use residences, dormitories, and hotels.

Alongside field expertise, for the last 5 years we have provided senior project and engineering consulting to leading Turkish brands such as Avrupa Konutları, Kiler GYO, Özak GYO, and Sinpaş.

“Yarısı Bizden” expertise in urban transformation

For the last 3 years we have focused on urban transformation and highly earthquake-resilient buildings — the city’s most urgent need.

Under the “Yarısı Bizden” program we completed transformation of 50 independent units across 3 projects with zero defects. We are currently renewing 25 units across 2 active sites with the same technical rigor.

Why choose us?

Architect and earthquake engineer under one roof

Top-tier structural and seismic safety without compromising aesthetics.

Academic oversight

Your project is built under the direct follow-up of an associate professor in structural engineering.

Regulatory and incentive mastery

Urban transformation, legislation, and permit processes — including “Yarısı Bizden” — managed transparently.

Consulting experience for industry leaders

The same technical excellence delivered to major brands is applied to your building.

By the numbers

Assoc. Prof.

Academic title & structural expertise

10+ Yrs

Faculty teaching & academia

Dual discipline

Civil engineer & architect

50 Units

Completed via “Yarısı Bizden” (3 projects)

25 Units

Ongoing urban transformation (2 sites)

4+ Brands

Project consulting for industry leaders

Chronological resume

2010
Yıldız Technical University — Civil Engineering graduate
2011
University faculty / academic career start
2015
Istanbul Aydın University — Architecture graduate
2016
Founding of SC Yapı (housing, residence, hotel, dormitory projects)
2019+
Project consulting for major builders (Avrupa Konutları, Kiler GYO, Özak GYO, Sinpaş)
2020
YTU Structural Engineering doctorate (PhD)
2021+
Urban transformation construction & “Yarısı Bizden” delivery
2023
Associate professorship in earthquake-resilient structural design

Our mission

Under the light of science and academia, to carry fully earthquake-resilient, architecturally refined, and high-value buildings into the future with trust and transparency.

Our vision

To become Turkey’s most prestigious partner in urban transformation and qualified building production by delivering engineering precision and architectural vision with academic assurance.

Core values

Scientific & academic rigor

We deliver every project to the latest seismic codes, advanced structural calculations, and academic oversight.

Dual-discipline holistic approach

We unite civil engineering’s safety mindset with architecture’s aesthetic and functional solutions under one roof.

Trust & transparency in urban transformation

We protect owners’ rights, manage incentives such as “Yarısı Bizden” efficiently, and never compromise on-time delivery.

Senior industry experience

We transfer the strategic consulting experience delivered to leading brands to every building we sign.

Our services

Project & structural consulting

We add confidence to your buildings with academic depth and field experience.

Earthquake-resilient design & analysis
Urban transformation and structural safety consulting
Large-scale project and advisory services
Cost and construction optimization

Design & permitting

Fully code-compliant, approved, and safe project solutions.

Architectural & structural permit drawings
Municipal & permit follow-up
Contractor-focused design optimization
Mixed-use & special typology design

References

Selected solution partners & references

We share the project and engineering consulting experience delivered to leading real-estate and construction brands at every scale.

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OUR FOUNDER

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sinan Cansız

Founder · Academic · Structural Engineer & Architect

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sinan Cansız combines architecture and civil engineering through academic knowledge and field experience, specializing in structural safety and urban transformation.

With Civil Engineering (2010) and Architecture (2015) degrees forming a dual-discipline foundation, he has taught at universities since 2011, earned his Structural Engineering doctorate at YTU in 2020, and associate professorship in earthquake-resilient structural design in 2023.

Believing urban transformation is central to safe cities, he transfers theory to the site and builds to high engineering standards with earthquake safety as a core principle. He also shares views on seismic safety and urban transformation on national television.

Academic & Earthquake Knowledge Base

From Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sinan Cansız

From international academic literature to field practice and safe building design.

International publications and field reflections

Residual drift in RC columns and post-earthquake safety

Cansiz, S. (2014). "Analytical estimation of residual drift of RC columns based on structural ductility." Periodica Polytechnica Civil Engineering, 58(4), 387-396.

Scientific framework & code relation

Per Turkish seismic code, preventing collapse during shaking is not enough; residual deformation must stay within limits after the quake. The study analytically estimates residual drift of RC columns based on ductility.

SC Yapı assurance

We design columns and shear walls for high ductility so buildings retain structural integrity after severe earthquakes—not merely avoid collapse.

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Reinforcement detailing and confinement zones in urban transformation

Cansiz, S., & Avsar, O. (2020). "Experimental and numerical assessment of RC frames with substandard detailing under cyclic loading."

Scientific framework & code relation

A primary cause of severe earthquake damage is poor confinement detailing. Anchorage lengths and stirrup hooks beyond code minimums directly govern energy dissipation capacity.

SC Yapı assurance

Because we prepare structural and architectural drawings in-house, we apply zero-tolerance reinforcement detailing on site.

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Deep foundations, soil–structure interaction, and safe design on soft soils

Cansiz, S. (2019). "Nonlinear seismic response and soil-structure interaction analysis of RC building frames on soft soils."

Scientific framework & code relation

Near coastal or variable soil conditions, shallow foundations may be inadequate. Code-aligned SSI analysis governs raft and piled foundation decisions.

SC Yapı assurance

On sites like SC Kardelen Premium, we integrate geotechnical and structural engineering for soil-compatible raft and deep foundation solutions.

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Seismic vulnerability assessment and retrofit / transformation decisions

Cansiz, S. et al. (2018). "Seismic vulnerability assessment of existing RC building stock in Istanbul."

Scientific framework & code relation

Under Law 6306 risk assessments, nonlinear pushover analyses should account for concrete strength and reinforcement corrosion.

SC Yapı assurance

We provide academic-level risk analysis and transformation consulting so owners can make the most sound technical decisions.

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Press & media interviews

CNN Türk interview — Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sinan Cansız

Istanbul building stock and transformation speed before a Marmara earthquake

Seismic risk of Istanbul’s existing stock and an in-house design model that prevents delays in urban transformation.

Ulusal Kanal interview — Earthquake specialist Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sinan Cansız

How should Istanbul prepare for earthquakes? The role of urban transformation

Earthquake measures needed at both individual and institutional scales.

ATV News commentary — Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sinan Cansız

Are high-rise buildings riskier in earthquakes?

Academic analysis of flexibility, period, and RC lateral system behavior in high-rises.

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