Located in Turkey's Karapınar region, the Kalyon Karapınar Central Control Building serves as a key architectural and operational hub within the country's largest solar power plant. Designed as both a functional and symbolic interface, the building integrates technological infrastructure with sustainable energy representation. Its reflective facade, composed of 7,200 stainless steel panels, merges seamlessly with the horizon, creating a dynamic visual dialogue with the environment. The single-story building features a central courtyard, landscaped with endemic plants, fostering a sustainable microclimate and acting as an experiential anchor for the spatial layout. This courtyard not only enhances climate resilience but also organizes the building’s circulation and space hierarchy. Functionally, the building supports operational activities, while architecturally, it embodies a nuanced response to the harsh desert context, bridging human, natural, and technological realms through innovative design.
