Bahattin Duran

Bahattin Duran is the Editor-in-Chief of illustrarch. An architect by training with a B.Arch from Düzce University, he has led the publication's editorial direction since its early days, covering architectural education, design culture, and the tools architects work with. He also runs learnarchitecture.online, a learning platform for architecture students.

587 Articles

Tiny House

Tiny House Design: Floor Plans, Structure, and Space-Saving Strategies

Tiny house design from floor plans to structure, covering layout logic, space-saving details, and the trade-offs that decide whether a small home stays...

Bahattin Duran22 Mins read

Tiny House

How Much Does a Tiny House Cost in 2026? Complete Price Breakdown

This guide breaks down tiny house costs by build method, size, and material quality, covering DIY builds, prefab kits, and custom homes with...

Bahattin Duran14 Mins read

Roofing

Anatomy of a Wet-Climate Roof: The Engineering Behind High-Performance Roofing

How high-performance roofing protects homes in wet climates: multi-layer systems, flashing, ventilation and drainage that prevent moisture failure.

Bahattin Duran3 Mins read

Tiny House

Tiny House Water Systems: Your Complete Guide to Plumbing, Rainwater Harvesting and Off-Grid Solutions

A practical guide to designing a tiny house water system, covering PEX plumbing, on-grid and off-grid setups, rainwater harvesting calculations, composting toilet options,...

Bahattin Duran14 Mins read

Tiny House Tiny House Communities & Living

Off-Grid Tiny House Living: Complete Setup Guide for Beginners

This guide walks you through every stage of setting up an off-grid tiny house, from sizing solar panels and designing rainwater collection systems...

Bahattin Duran16 Mins read

AI Tools for Architects Artificial Intelligence

The Nano Banana Prompt: Mastering Micro-Bionic Architecture in Midjourney v6

Nano Banana Prompt explores the innovative fusion of biomimicry and architectural design in Midjourney v6, focusing on translating organic structures into advanced digital...

Bahattin Duran3 Mins read

Tiny House

Tiny House with Loft: Design Ideas, Plans and Building Tips for Vertical Living

A complete guide to designing and building a tiny house with loft, covering sleeping loft dimensions, access options like storage stairs and ladders,...

Bahattin Duran15 Mins read