Istanbul Renovation Guide
Turkish renovation terms: a glossary for foreign homeowners
The Turkish words you will meet in quotes, contracts and site reports, from metraj and hakediş to rölöve and kesin kabul, explained in plain English.
· 4 min
Istanbul Renovation Guide
Snagging a new-build villa in Istanbul: a room-by-room checklist
What to check before accepting a new villa or a renovated home in Istanbul: walls, floors, wet rooms, windows, electrics, heating, joinery and paperwork.
· 4 min
Istanbul Renovation Guide
Renovating a villa in Istanbul as a foreign owner: a practical guide
What foreign owners should know before renovating a villa in Istanbul: permits, site rules, contracts and currency, payments, timelines and pitfalls.
· 5 min
Istanbul Renovation Guide
Managing a renovation remotely: reporting, decisions and payments
How to run an Istanbul renovation from abroad: one point of contact, weekly reports, decision deadlines, samples, video visits and milestone payments.
· 4 min