An approach for the reconstruction of a traditional masonry-wooden building located in an archeological area. Part I: Methodology

Abstract This study, presented in a pair of articles, defines comprehensive methodological approach to the reconstruction traditional masonry-timber mansion building constructed 1880s Turkish house typology on Istanbul’s historical peninsula area that was intentionally demolished 1948. A process research carried out first stage after which ground penetration radar measurements and an archeological excavation were determine any possible remains or ruins structure, original architectural features ascertained from obtained data. The proposed stages current paper can be considered determination authentic properties destroyed buildings areas, given methodology allows for integration construction separately independently through different activities, such as excavations, georadar surveys. result is versatile complete realistic buildings.