Associate Professor, Istanbul Technical University, Turkey.
Fatih Eren is an Associate Professor at Istanbul Technical University, specializing in Urban and Regional Planning. in Turkey, he has over 20 years of academic experience. Eren completed his PhD on the internationalization of Istanbul’s real estate market at the University of Sheffield (2007-2013). He also served as Director of Urban Studies at CESRAN, a UK-based think tank, and was the founding Editor-in-Chief of the International Journal of Architecture and Planning (ICONARP). His research focuses on urban planning, property markets, and innovative urban technologies. Eren actively engages in both public and private sector projects, integrating technology, urban studies, and sustainable development.
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Education
Fatih Eren holds a BSc (2003) and MSc (2006) in Urban and Regional Planning from Selcuk University, Turkey. He completed his PhD in 2013 at the University of Sheffield, UK, focusing on the internationalization of Istanbul’s real estate market. His academic journey reflects a deep commitment to understanding global urban systems. Eren’s interdisciplinary education prepared him to explore the intersection of urban planning, real estate, and globalization. His expertise is not only rooted in theoretical knowledge but also in practical applications, evidenced by his substantial contributions to urban studies and technology-driven urban solutions.
Experience
Eren began his academic career as a Research Assistant at Selcuk University (2004-2007) before continuing at the University of Sheffield (2007-2013). He later became the Director of Urban Studies at CESRAN in the UK (2010-2016). From 2013-2018, he served as Assistant Professor at Selcuk University, and from 2018, he has been an Associate Professor at Konya Technical University. In 2022, he transitioned to Istanbul Technical University. Eren’s career spans both teaching and extensive involvement in research, consultancy, and development projects. He frequently employs innovative methods, like augmented reality, mobile applications, and psychometric testing, in his work.
Awards and Honors
Fatih Eren has been recognized for his outstanding contributions to urban studies. His leadership as Editor-in-Chief of the International Journal of Architecture and Planning is a testament to his influence in the field. He has received accolades for his research on urban transformation, the international property market, and urban megaprojects. In addition, his work on Istanbul’s global city status and the impact of economic crises has earned widespread recognition. Eren’s innovative approach to integrating technology into urban planning has set new standards in academia and the professional realm.
Research Focus
Fatih Eren’s research interests lie at the intersection of urban planning, real estate markets, and digital technologies. He specializes in urban transformation, property markets, platform urbanism, and digital twin cities. Eren’s work focuses on how cities adapt to global trends, particularly through technology and globalization. His interest in urban acupuncture and sustainable development shapes his approach to tackling complex urban challenges. Eren also explores how urban planning can integrate innovative solutions such as augmented reality and mobile applications to improve both city design and functionality.
Publications
- Public-private partnerships and private initiatives in urban transformation: The case of Konya 🏙️
- Top government hands-on megaproject management: the case of Istanbul’s grand airport ✈️
- Economic crises and crisis indicators: Post-1990 world crises and Türkiye comparison 📉
- Does the Asian property market work for sustainable urban developments? 🌏
- The economic and environmental impact of Istanbul’s grand airport project on the urban structure and behavior of Istanbul 🏗️
- The “glocalisation” of Istanbul’s retail property market 🛒
- An Analysis of the Changing Role of Istanbul as a Megacity in the World 🌍
- Re-specification of concepts in the morphogenetic approach for property market research 🏘️
- A study on the future of urban models in the third millennium: A sustainable urban model for Kırıkkale, Turkey 🌱
- International Megaprojects and Their Possible Impacts on Istanbul 🏢
- How Istanbul could be at the top in global city indices 🌆
- Regional Development Agency Experiences in UK 🇬🇧
- An Evaluation of Mumbai’s Urban Development 🏙️
- What is the Contribution of a Riverside Regulation Project to the Establishment of Social Justice in the City? 🌊
- What is the Contribution of a Riverside Design Project to the Establishment of Social Justice in the City? ⚖️
- Cities in a Global World 🌍
- Gaziantep’s Transfer Hub Design Project Inspired By The Intracellular Protein Transport System 🚉
- Understanding the Nature of Local-Global Interactions in Istanbul’s Retail Property Market 🛍️
- Global City Analysis Beijing 🏙️
- An Alternative View of Urban Protection: Why Should Immovable Cultural Assets Be Protected, What Should Be Transferred to Future Generations? 🏛️