The ACROSS ACADEMY Placemaking Safari Istanbul 2026 will bring together a selected group of retailers, landlords, developers and industry leaders to explore some of Istanbul’s most dynamic retail and mixed-use environments.
Over three days, participants will gain first-hand insight into projects that represent different approaches to placemaking, repositioning, repurposing and destination development — complemented by keynote sessions, expert presentations and curated exchange.
AGENDA
The program includes a series of confirmed project visits and discussions across the city. Highlights include Terminal Kadıköy, offering insight into large-scale F&B-driven concepts, Istanbul Finance Center Mall, City’s Istanbul as a restructuring case, and leading retail brands presenting their perspectives on current market developments.
Further visits will explore Tersane Istanbul as one of the city’s most significant mixed-use developments, alongside presentations from key tenants such as Beymen and House of Superstep, as well as Florentia Village Designer Outlet.
The program is complemented by visits to Eataly at Zorlu Center, Galataport Istanbul and Forum Istanbul, addressing topics such as repurposing strategies, logistics, gastronomy trends and the evolving role of retail within urban environments.
REGISTRATION
ACROSS ACADEMY presents
PLACEMAKING SAFARI ISTANBUL
Istanbul | 25-27 November 2026
NOTE: Seats are limited. Secure your place now.
📩 REGISTRATION VIA FILLED OUT FORM EMAILED TO
Reinhard Winiwarter
Publisher and Managing Partner ACROSS Magazine
r.winiwarter@across-magazine.com
+43 1 533 32 60-80
ACCOMMODATION – GALATA’S HOTEL
The esteemed participants of the tour are required to follow the Booking Guide (“How To Book Galata’s Hotel”). By following these steps, they will be able to make their reservations at the discounted rates with the hotel.
About the ACROSS Placemaking Safari
The ACROSS Placemaking Safari is one of the central formats of the ACROSS ACADEMY. It is designed as a curated executive experience that connects senior industry professionals with the strategic thinking behind innovative places and projects.
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