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Esra Aydınoğlu is an architect and Certified Passive House Designer whose work focuses on sustainable building design, innovative façade solutions, and the transformation of the construction industry through technology. A graduate of Middle East Technical University’s Faculty of Architecture, she began her career working on the design and implementation of educational, tourism, office, and residential projects in Ankara before moving to İstanbul, where she transitioned into the glass industry and held international roles in marketing, product, and brand management at Şişecam Flat Glass. Her current practice explores high-performance buildings, low-carbon design, and the use of artificial intelligence in construction materials to improve efficiency and raise industry standards. She is also the producer and host of the “What Remains Until 2053?” radio show and podcast, and is currently researching intergenerational approaches to active and healthy living at Özyeğin University.