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The Chamber of Turkish Cypriot Architects (in Turkish: Kıbrıs Türk Mimarlar Odası) is a professional organization operating under the Union of the Chambers of Cyprus Turkish Engineers and Architects (KTMMOB)[2]. It represents and regulates the architectural profession in the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC).

History and Role

Founded as part of the KTMMOB, the Chamber serves as the legal and institutional body for architects in Northern Cyprus. It aims to:

Uphold the professional standards and ethics of architecture [3],

Support the rights and responsibilities of its members [4],

Contribute to urban and architectural development in the region,

Engage with issues related to heritage conservation and sustainable design.

Main Activities

Licensing and Registration: The Chamber registers professional architects and ensures they meet educational and ethical criteria.

Policy and Advocacy: Provides input on urban development laws, zoning, and planning regulations in the TRNC.

Competitions and Awards: Organizes architectural design competitions and recognizes excellence in architecture [5].

Education and Training: Hosts seminars, workshops, and continuing education activities to keep architects updated on current trends and technologies[6]

Public Engagement: Promotes awareness about architecture, heritage, and the built environment among the general public [7] [8].

Organizational Structure

The Chamber is led by an elected President and Board, who are chosen from among the registered architects every few years[9]. Committees within the Chamber focus on various specializations such as education, sustainability, and international collaboration [10] [11]

Collaborations

It collaborates with local municipalities, governmental bodies, and international architecture organizations[12]. This maintains professional dialogue and exchanges with other architectural institutions on the island and abroad [13]

Headquarters

The Chamber is headquartered in Lefkoşa (Nicosia), with its offices often hosting events, exhibitions, and discussions relevant to architecture in Northern Cyprus [14]

References

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  1. ^ Chamber of Turkish Cypriot Architects Official Webpage. Retrived in June 2025. https://www.mimarlarodasi.org/
  2. ^ Official Webpage of the Union of the Chambers of Cyprus Turkish Engineers and Architects (KTMMOB). Retrieved in 2025. "Rooms – KTMMOB".
  3. ^ Cyprus Turkish Engineers and Architects Chambers Union Law, 2005. Assembly of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus. Retrieved in June 2025 "Ktmmob Yasasi".
  4. ^ Yeniduzen Newspaper, 2024. Disabled standards will also be inspected in projects submitted to the visa office. Retrieved in June 2025. "Vize bürosuna sunulan projelerde engelli standartları da denetlenecek". 3 July 2024.
  5. ^ Official Webpage of the Chamber of Turkish Cypriot Architects, n.d. Completed Competitions. Retrieved in June 2025. "Tamamlanmiş Yarişma Ki̇taplari".
  6. ^ Official Webpage of the Chamber of Turkish Cypriot Architects, n.d.Continuous Professional Development Center Activities. Retrieved in June 2025"SMGM".
  7. ^ Kibris Postasi Newspaper, 2024. KTMMOB Chamber of Architects Academic Board held its first meeting. Retrieved in June 2025 "KTMMOB Mimarlar Odası Akademik Kurulu ilk toplantısını yaptı".
  8. ^ Near East University Official Webpage, 2018. NEU Faculty of Architecture and KTMMOB Chamber of Architects Host Collection / TSMD Architects. Retrieved in June 2025. "YDÜ Mimarlık Fakültesi KTMMOB Mimarlar Odası Koleksiyon / TSMD Mimarları Ağırlıyor".
  9. ^ Kibris Postasi Newspaper, 2024. Onur Olguner is the new President of the Chamber of Architects. Retrieved in June 2025. "Mimarlar Odası'nın yeni Başkanı Onur Olguner".
  10. ^ Official Webpage of the Chamber of Turkish Cypriot Architects, 2024. KTMMOB Chamber of Architects and EMU Faculty of Architecture Met with Mo Ching Ying Lai from Snohetta as Part of the 11th EMU International Design Week. Retrieved in June 2025 "KTMMOB Mimarlar Odası ve DAÜ Mimarlık Fakültesi 11. DAÜ Uluslararası Tasarım Haftası Kapsamında Snohetta'dan Mo Ching Ying Lai ile Buluştu".
  11. ^ International Cyprus University Official Webpage, 2025. Cooperation Protocol between CIU and Chamber of Architects. Retrieved in June 2025 "UKÜ ile Mimarlar Odası Arasında İş Birliği Protokolü". 9 April 2025.
  12. ^ Union of Turkish Cypriot Municipalities Official Webpage, 2024. LTB President Harmancı accepted the new management of the Chamber of Architects. Retrieved in 2025 "LTB Başkanı Harmancı, Mimarlar Odası Yeni Yönetimi'ni kabul etti".
  13. ^ Official Webpage of the Union of the Chambers of Cyprus Turkish Engineers and Architects (KTMMOB), 2024. Chamber of Architects participated in the European Cultural Heritage Summit 2024. Retrieved in June 2025 "Mimarlar Odası, European Cultural Heritage Summit 2024'e katıldı – KTMMOB". 9 October 2024.
  14. ^ Khalil & Üzümcüoğlu, 2025. ″Preserving heritage through a novel framework for the adaptive reuse of Mediterranean earthen houses″ VITRUVIO - International Journal of Architectural Technology and Sustainability 10(1). doi: 10.4995/vitruvio-ijats.2025.23308. https://polipapers.upv.es/index.php/vitruvio/article/view/23308
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