The research on plant material on Avcılar (İstanbul) coastline in terms of design principles

The concept of green space throughout the historical development process has become a symbol for cultures of communities and living quality. Modern urbanization structure is created with this concept especially emphasized by developed or developing countries. Istanbul Avcilar coastal line is of utmost importance for Turkey in terms of social and culturel aspect. Preferred as a midpoint of the people tired of the crowded and urban structure of Istanbul, this area is one of the most urban green areas of Istanbul. Modifications are gradually performed on this area shaped based on the needs of society for enhancing living quality. Within the scope of this study, the plant material on Istanbul, Avcilar coastal line has been investigated and evaluated in line with the design principles. A site study has been conducted by considering plant list provided from Istanbul metropolitan municipality in the first phase of the study. Direction, colour, compatibility, contrast etc. Have been evaluated in terms of plant design principles in accordance with plant material design principles in the area following this study in regard to the determination of the current situation. It has been found out that there are deficiencies in regard to using of the plant material in terms of species, design principles an functional aspects on Avcilar coast line. In this regard, the Works in regard to improving plant design of Avcilar coastal line are regularly conducted; however, it has been stated that plant diversity and species selections are not compatible with the region. Keywords: design principles, city, green area