Cahide Tamer Aksel
1915–2005 (age 90)
Biography
Cahide Tamer Aksel was a pioneering Turkish architect born in 1915 who made significant contributions to the built environment of twentieth-century Turkey. Her architectural designs and professional work helped shape urban and residential spaces, reflecting modernist principles and innovative thinking in architectural practice.
Aksel's career demonstrated the important role women played in Turkish architecture and design. She remained active in her profession throughout her life, passing away in 2005 and leaving behind a legacy of architectural achievement and professional excellence.