We’re Excited to Announce $3.5M Seed Round Funding for Our Innovative Architecture and Design Company in Istanbul!

WE’re, an innovative architecture and design studio founded in Istanbul in 2013, is excited to announce that it has successfully raised $3,500,000 in a recent funding round. This financial boost will enable the company to further its mission of pioneering progressive architectural practices and fostering collaborative design across various disciplines. With a focus on transparency and inclusivity, WE’re encourages a creative environment where ideas can be freely explored and developed without traditional hierarchical constraints. The funding will be allocated towards expanding research initiatives that blend architecture and urbanism with positive social sciences, enhancing the studio’s commitment to addressing the challenges of modern living in our urban environments. Co-founders Ali Önalp and Burak Yardımcı, both accomplished architects with degrees from Istanbul Technical University, bring a wealth of creativity and expertise to the project. Ali, known for his adventurous spirit and love of cycling, along with Burak, a passionate traveler and photographer, are committed to redefining architectural norms and pushing the boundaries of design. This new injection of funds is set to propel WE’re towards realizing cutting-edge projects that resonate with contemporary societal needs, creating spaces that are not only functional but also contribute positively to the communities they serve. As the studio continues to seek out 'the new' and 'the unique', this funding signifies a crucial step in their journey to influence the future of architecture and urbanism in Istanbul and beyond.