Arter Claimed

Arter has been presenting solo and group exhibitions with the aim of providing a platform of visibility for artistic practices and encouraging production of contemporary artworks through the support it provides in the context of these exhibitions. Arter's programme also features publications that accompany each exhibition.

The most recent major cultural project of the Vehbi Koç Foundation is the establishment of a contemporary art museum in Istanbul's Dolapdere district, close to the city centre. Conceptualised as a multidisciplinary cultural and educational hub, the museum will feature exhibitions from but not limited to the Vehbi Koç Foundation Contemporary Art Collection and multi-disciplinary events throughout the year, furthering Arter's ongoing programme.

The new building will hold, besides permanent and temporary exhibitions, a sculpture terrace, performance spaces, dialogue centres, conference/meeting/activity rooms, a library, a conservation laboratory, storage facilities, an art bookstore, as well as service areas for food and refreshments.

The building is designed by Grimshaw Architects (UK) and construction documents were prepared by TAM Turgut Alton Architects (Istanbul). Construction began in July 2015 and is scheduled for completion in the autumn of 2018.