SMART CITY APPLICATIONS AND THE ROLE OF LANDSCAPE DESIGN IN MASS HOUSING: THE FUTURE OF URBAN LIFE

The rapid technological advancements of the 21st century have significantly transformed urban governance. Smart city frameworks have introduced innovative solutions in urban planning, mobility, energy management, and sustainability. Beyond technological infrastructure, smart cities also require ecological integration, inclusive design, and sustainable landscape strategies. This study investigates the role of landscape architecture in smart city applications within the context of mass housing developments. Through a comparative case study analysis of the Schoonschip Project in Amsterdam and the Kepez-Santral Urban Transformation Project in Antalya, the research explores how different ecological and technological strategies contribute to environmental performance, livability, and social cohesion. The findings reveal that landscape design plays a central role in the success of smart city initiatives by facilitating rainwater management, climate regulation, and inclusive public space creation. While Schoonschip exemplifies micro-scale, water-based smart systems, Kepez-Santral demonstrates the macro-scale integration of green infrastructure in rapidly urbanizing regions. The study concludes that hybrid approaches combining circular resource management with large-scale ecological planning are essential for the future of mass housing in Türkiye.