IGLO Architects

IGLO Architects is a design practice headquartered in Istanbul, Turkey, founded in 2001 by architects Zafer Karoğlu and Esen Akyar. The firm specializes in industrial facilities, logistics campuses, commercial buildings and turnkey architectural services.
With a philosophy rooted in “See the problem – find the solution,” IGLO emphasizes analytic design thinking, integrated project delivery, and construction-aware detailing. Their team combines expertise in design, BIM, interdisciplinary coordination and site implementation to deliver efficient, high-quality built work.
IGLO’s approach is characterized by functional clarity, structural integrity and thoughtful responsiveness to context. Whether addressing manufacturing plants, warehouses or office campuses, they aim to balance form and performance—creating architecture that is both purposeful and built to last.