Biography
Erdem Yıldırım, PhD, is an Assistant Professor of Architecture at Dokuz Eylül University. His research focuses on computational design, virtual and augmented reality, artificial intelligence in architecture, and evolutionary computing. With a strong background in algorithmic design, he has published extensively on topics such as AI-driven architectural optimization, parametric design, and immersive technologies in architectural education. Dr. Yıldırım actively integrates digital tools into architectural pedagogy, exploring their potential for enhancing creativity and design processes.
Education
2009 - 2019
2009 - 2019Doctorate
Dokuz Eylul University, Mimarlık Fakültesi, Mimarlık Bölümü, Turkey
2005 - 2009
2005 - 2009Postgraduate
Dokuz Eylul University, Mimarlık Fakültesi, Mimarlık Bölümü, Turkey
2000 - 2004
2000 - 2004Undergraduate
Izmir Institute Of Technology, Faculty Of Archıtecture, Department Of Archıtecture (Englısh), Turkey
Dissertations
2019
2019Doctorate
Analysis of pedestrian behavior and transferring to design by algorithmic approach
Dokuz Eylul University, Mimarlık Fakültesi, Mimarlık Bölümü
2009
2009Postgraduate
Foto-mekan, foto-hikaye, foto-duvar: Le Corbusier mimarlığı ve onun fotografik temsili
Dokuz Eylul University, Mimarlık Fakültesi, Mimarlık Bölümü
Research Areas
Avesis Research Areas:
algorithms, Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality, 3D Impressions, Evolutionary Computing, Neural Networks, Architecture, Architectural Aesthetics, Building Design, Architectural Design
WoS Research Areas:
Engineering Multidisciplinary, Architecture
Scopus Research Areas:
Media Technology, Architecture
Research Areas Based on Academic Activities
Avesis Research Areas
WoS Research Areas
Scopus Research Areas
Academic Positions
2023 - Present
2023 - PresentAssistant Professor
Dokuz Eylul University, Mimarlık Fakültesi, Mimarlık Bölümü
2019 - 2023
2019 - 2023Research Assistant PhD
Dokuz Eylul University, Mimarlık Fakültesi, Mimarlık Bölümü
2005 - 2019
2005 - 2019Research Assistant
Dokuz Eylul University, Mimarlık Fakültesi, Mimarlık Bölümü
Managerial Experience
2023 - Present
2023 - PresentMember of the Faculty Board
Dokuz Eylul University, Mimarlık Fakültesi, Mimarlık Bölümü
2023 - 2026
2023 - 2026Member of the Faculty Board
Dokuz Eylul University, Mimarlık Fakültesi
Non Academic Experience
2004 - 2005
2004 - 2005Architect
Professional Organization, Arno Architects, Design, Architect
2004 - 2004
2004 - 2004Junior Architect
Professional Organization, Pöğün Architects, Design, Junior Architect
Designed Lessons
Articles
All (16)
SCI-E, SSCI, AHCI, ESCI (2)
ESCI (2)
Scopus (1)
TRDizin (3)
Other Publications (12)
2026
20261. Comparative analysis of text-To-3D AI tools in urban furniture design: Evaluating Luma Genie, Meshy, Tripo, and DeepAI
YILDIRIM E., Küçük F. S.
MEGARON , vol.21, no.1, pp.90-100, 2026 (ESCI, TRDizin)
2025
20252. A 3D quick sketch algorithm in virtual reality for concept design in architectural studio
Yıldırım E., Altun T. D.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ARCHITECTURAL COMPUTING , vol.23, no.1, pp.193-208, 2025 (ESCI, Scopus)
2024
20243. Enhancing Online Learning in Architectural Education: A Virtual Reality Enabled Experiment with Arkio
YILDIRIM E.
Black Sea Journal of Engineering and Science , vol.7, no.6, pp.1163-1176, 2024 (TRDizin)
2024
20244. Exploring Architectural Tools for Oculus Quest 2
YILDIRIM E.
Haliç Üniversitesi Fen Bilimleri Dergisi , vol.7, no.2, pp.107-132, 2024 (Peer-Reviewed Journal)
2024
20245. Towards Intelligent Architecture: A Flow-Chart Foresight On Ai-Driven Design And Optimization
YILDIRIM E.
Journal of Spatial Studies , vol.1, no.2, pp.49-59, 2024 (Peer-Reviewed Journal)
2024
20246. Empowering Architectural Design Education Through Cloud-Based Systems in Online Learning
YILDIRIM E.
ONLINE JOURNAL OF ART AND DESIGN , vol.12, no.3, pp.1-10, 2024 (Peer-Reviewed Journal)
2024
20247. Comparison of Shape Grammar Utilization in Basic Design Studio: Manual Techniques vs. Parametric Software in Emulation of Natural 2D Patterns
YILDIRIM E.
ONLINE JOURNAL OF ART AND DESIGN , vol.12, no.2, pp.87-96, 2024 (Peer-Reviewed Journal)
2023
20238. Comparative Analysis Of Leonardo Ai, Midjourney, And Dall-E: Ai's Perspective On Future Cities
YILDIRIM E.
Urbanizm , vol.28, pp.82-96, 2023 (Peer-Reviewed Journal)
2023
20239. Opti-Waffle: A Technological Furniture Design and Manufacturing Model
YILDIRIM E.
Black Sea Journal of Engineering and Science , vol.6, no.4, pp.589-599, 2023 (TRDizin)
2022
202210. Artificial Encounter: Le Corbusier and Parametricism
Yildirim E.
Yapı , no.482, pp.20-24, 2022 (Peer-Reviewed Journal)
2022
202211. A.I.'s Vision of Future Cities
Yıldırım E.
Urbanizm , no.27, pp.60-71, 2022 (Peer-Reviewed Journal)
2019
201912. Using Algorithms in Soft Ground Design: Bornova Cumhuriyet Square Example
Yildirim E., Gökmen H.
Ege Mimarlık , no.102, pp.54-59, 2019 (Peer-Reviewed Journal)
2017
201713. Kamusağlık: Bornova’xxda Sağlık Hizmetlerini Destekleyici Nitelikte Karma İşlevli Kamusal Odak Tasarımı
TÜRKSEVEN DOĞRUSOY İ., DOKGÖZ G. D., Küçük A., YILDIRIM E., AKGÜL R.
BİF Bornova İçin Fikirler , vol.1, no.3, pp.1-52, 2017 (Non Peer-Reviewed Journal)
2010
201014. Revivals Body Learning Experiment
Akdemir Z., Türkseven Doğrusoy I., Özkaymakçı H., Altun T. D., Yıldırım E., Gülay Taşçı B.
Arredamento Mimarlık , no.233, pp.120-123, 2010 (Peer-Reviewed Journal)
2008
200815. Questioning Communication in Architectural Education
Zengel R., Arıtan Ö., Yıldırım E., Güller E.
Egemimarlık
, vol.3, no.66, pp.34-36, 2008 (Peer-Reviewed Journal)
2008
200816. İzmir İçin Yeni Bir Kamusal Mekan Yaklaşımı Arayışındaki Bir Stüdyo Deneyiminden Kente ve Mimarlığa Yönelik Çıkarımlar
TÜRKSEVEN DOĞRUSOY İ., KAYIN E., HACIALİBEYOĞLU F., YILDIRIM E.
Ege Mimarlık , vol.18, no.66, pp.37-39, 2008 (Peer-Reviewed Journal)
Papers Presented at Peer-Reviewed Scientific Conferences
2025
20251. Parametrik Tasarım ile Biyoteknolojik Entegrasyon
YILDIRIM E.
1. Biyotasarım Zirvesi ve Sempozyumu, İzmir, Turkey, 28 February - 01 March 2025, (Summary Text)
2024
20242. Polycode: Redefining Minimalism And Efficiency In Architecture Through Coding
YILDIRIM E.
5. Uluslararası Sanat ve Estetik Sempozyumu, İstanbul, Turkey, 12 October - 13 December 2024, vol.1, pp.123-135, (Full Text)
2024
20243. The Impact of Manual vs. CAD/BIM Methods in Early Technical Drawing Courses on Third-Year Architectural Design Studio Success
YILDIRIM E.
6th International Conference on Applied Engineering and Natural Sciences ICAENS 2024, Konya, Turkey, 25 - 26 September 2024, vol.1, pp.517-522, (Full Text)
2024
20244. Integrating Visual Coding and Contemporary Digital Techniques into Basic Design Education in Architecture: A Studio Experiment
Yildirim E., Arpak A.
XVIII. National Symposium on Digital Design in Architecture, Balıkesir, Turkey, 13 June 2024, (Full Text)
2023
20235. A Crisis In Education: Navigating The Technological Abyss In Architectural Design Studio
YILDIRIM E.
2. International Cankaya Scientific Studies Congress, Ankara, Turkey, 28 - 29 September 2023, vol.1, pp.605-611, (Full Text)
2022
20226. Text To Image Artificial Intelligence In A Basic Design Studio: Spatialization From Novel
YILDIRIM E.
Isarc 4. International Scientific Research And Innovation Congress, İstanbul, Turkey, 24 - 25 December 2022, vol.1, pp.453-462, (Full Text)
2022
20227. Comparison Of Parametric And Conventional Methods In Pattern-Based Shell Design Within The Scope Of Architecture Pedagogy
YILDIRIM E.
Isarc 4. International Scientific Research And Innovation Congress, İstanbul, Turkey, 24 - 25 December 2022, vol.1, pp.440-452, (Full Text)
2022
20228. Topology Optimization Method For Introduction To Architecture Course
Yıldırım E.
3. International Dicle Scientific Research And Innovation Congress, Diyarbakır, Turkey, 26 November 2022, vol.1, pp.1853-1864, (Full Text)
2022
20229. Comparison of Parametric and Conventional Methods in Architectural Design Studio 102
Yildirim E.
1st International Conference on Innovative Academic Studies, Konya, Turkey, 10 - 13 September 2022, pp.314, (Summary Text)
2018
201810. Algoritmik Kamusal Yeşil Alan Tasarımı
YILDIRIM E., GÖKMEN H.
2. Uluslararası Mimarlık ve Tasarım Kongresi, 11 - 12 October 2018, (Summary Text)
2014
201411. Responsive Stage Design for Auidience Position
Yildirim E.
VIII. National Symposium on Digital Design in Architecture, İzmir, Turkey, 26 - 27 June 2014, (Full Text)
Books
2026
20261. The Nakatsuna Lake House: Digital Methodologies in Decentralized Architecture
YILDIRIM E.
All Sciences Academy, Konya, 2026
2025
20252. Exploring Realities: XR, VR, AR, MR, AV and Beyond in Architecture
YILDIRIM E.
All Sciences Academy, Ankara, 2025
2023
20233. Evolving Spaces: 18-Year Post-Occupancy Evaluation of a Kindergarten in İzmir
YILDIRIM E.
in: International Theory, Research and Reviews in Architecture, Planning and Design, Serüven, Ankara, pp.35-56, 2023
2023
20234. Artificial Intelligence in Architecture
Yildirim E.
in: Digital Transformation and Changing Applications, Ahmet Özen,Muhammet Damar, Editor, Efe Akademi, İstanbul, pp.561-578, 2023
2022
20225. Text-to-Image Generation A.I. in Architecture
Yıldırım E.
in: Art and Architecture: Theory, Practice and Experience, Kozlu,Hale, Editor, Livre de Lyon, Lyon, pp.97-120, 2022
2022
20226. Topology Optimization In Architecture Practices
Yıldırım E.
in: Research & Reviews In Architecture, Planning And Design, Biçer Özlem Parlak,Gürani F. Yeşim, Editor, Gece Kitaplığı, Ankara, pp.117-137, 2022
Funded Projects
2018 - 2022
2018 - 2022
Mimari Konsept Tasarımı İçin Sanal Gerçeklik Ortamında 3 Boyutlu Eskiz Modellemesi
Project Supported by Higher Education Institutions , BAP Research Project
(Project Abstract)
ALTUN T. D. (Executive), YILDIRIM E.
2009 - 2009
2009 - 20092009 Open Architecture Challange : Classroom design
Project Supported by Private Organizations in Other Countries
Yildirim E., Gökmen H. (Executive)
Patent
2025
2025Hexagonal Grid System For Dodecahedral Structures
Patent
Pending / Applied, The Invention Recourse Number: 1 , Standard Registration
2024
2024Aesthetic waist reduction method through rib contouring
Patent
Pending / Applied, The Invention Recourse Number: 2024/013248 , Standard Registration
2023
2023Guitar stand
Patent
Pending / Applied, The Invention Recourse Number: 2023/017862 , Standard Registration
Peer Reviews in Scientific Publications
March 2022
March 2022Ege Mimarlık
National Scientific Refreed Journal
Awards
November 2011
November 2011Afyon Cumhuriyet Square Urban Design Competition, Purchase
Afyonkarahisar Municipality
December 2010
December 2010Turkish Architecture Photography Contest, Exhibition Award
Turkey Architects Association
August 2010
August 2010Cultural Wealth of Karşıyaka Photography Competition, Exhibition Award
Karşıyaka Municipality
December 2009
December 2009Turkish Architecture Photography Contest, Exhibition Award
Turkey Architects Association
August 2008
August 2008Ziyapaşa District Urban Design Competition, Purchase
Adana Metropolitan Municipality
June 2006
June 2006İzmir Konak Municipality Uzundere Recreation Valley Project Competition, Honorable Mention
Konak Municipality
June 2006
June 2006Balıkesir Çamlık Urban Design and Architectural National Competition, Purchase
Balıkesir Municipality
March 2006
March 2006S.O.S. İstanbul, Galataport Urban Design Competition, Equivalent Award
Istanbul Architects Association
Artistic Activity
Invited Talks
February 2025
February 2025GÜYAP Carrier Days
Seminar
Gazi University-Turkey
January 2025
January 2025Artificial Intelligence Architecture and Design Industry Seminar & B2B Meetings
Seminar
Ministry of Industry and Technology / İzmir Development Agency-Turkey
November 2024
November 2024Arch for Mediterranean Ecology / Simulations and Genetic Algorithms
Seminar
İzmir Architects Association-Turkey
October 2024
October 2024Digitization in Architecture
Seminar
Kocaeli Chamber of Architects-Turkey
April 2023
April 2023Architecture and Photography
Seminar
Dokuz Eylul University-Turkey
April 2021
April 2021The Music of Architecture
Workshop
Art & Collages-Turkey
October 2019
October 2019Parametric Design in Architecture
Seminar
Chamber of Architects Aydın-Turkey
September 2019
September 2019Architecture Design Summit 2019
Conference
Architecture Design Summit-Turkey
Jury Memberships
January-2025
January 2025Doctoral Examination
- Eskişehir Osmangazi Üniversitesi
September-2022
September 2022Competition
DEU 40TH ANNIVERSARY I DESIGN FOR MY CAMPUS Campus Furniture Design Competition - Dokuz Eylul University
August-2021
August 2021Competition
Dokuz Eylul University National Student Architectural Idea Project Competition Torbali Vocational School Open Exhibition Area Design - Dokuz Eylul University
May-2020
May 2020Competition
Uşak Municipality, Pedestrianized Streets Architecture Urban Design Idea Project Competition - Uşak Municipality
January-2018
January 2018Competition
3rd Traditional Stand Design Student Competition - Tümaş Marble - Tümaş Marble
July-2011
July 2011Competition
Fotomaraton İzmir Photography Competition - Chamber of Architects İzmir
September-2009
September 2009