Akademik Veri Yönetim Sistemi
ICONARP INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ARCHITECTURE AND PLANNING, cilt.12, sa.2, ss.759-779, 2024 (ESCI)
Historical environments bear traces of the past and have cultural and
historical importance. These places are essential to respect the past,
understand history, and preserve cultural heritage. However, many historic
neighborhoods face accessibility issues. Accessibility is a fundamental
concept that refers to the ability of people to be present and participate
effectively in any space. This principle has an importance that cannot be
ignored in every academic discipline in its own field of specialization and
there is a need to take this principle into account in all kinds of production
processes. The most problematic spatial area for this participation to be
ensured through universal access is the historical environmen which form a
unique part of cultural identity with their characteristic structures and
distinctive features. Therefore, accessibility is crucial to ensure the
preservation of cultural heritage and the active participation of society in.
Problems in these areas restrict access to these spaces for people with
disabilities, pregnant women, people with strollers and the elderly, and have
a negative impact on the visitor experience. In this study, the Turkish Grand
National Assembly / War of Independence Museum located in Historical Ulus,
the Turkish Grand National Assembly Museum, Is Bank Museum, Ankara
Social Sciences University Campus, and Hacı Bayram Veli Mosque and its
surroundings were evaluated. The evaluations were supported with visuals,
according to the criteria specified in the Accessibility Guide prepared by the
Ministry of Family, Labor and Social Services. The study found attempts to
improve accessibility for individuals with disabilities, but correct practices
were largely absent. Issues such as dimensional errors, improper material
selection and structural inadequacies were common. These problems are
summarized in the evaluation section. This study aims to demonstrate that
historical buildings can be made accessible by addressing access issues with
solutions like tactile surfaces, markings, and ramps.