Model of The Ottoman Empire

In real life 3D model of the cities the Ottomans lived in

Our 3D Model

The 3D model we created represents what the cities of the Ottoman Empire might have looked like during its most powerful years. It includes examples of the kinds of buildings that both ordinary people and important figures like the Sultans lived in. The goal of the model was to show a realistic snapshot of daily life and the different living conditions based on social status.

Everyday lives in the Ottoman Empire

The Ottoman Empire was home to many houses, especially for peasants and lower-class citizens, who lived in simple, smaller homes. These houses were basic but functional, built close together and often made from local materials. The design of our model reflects this, capturing the way regular people lived and how their homes were arranged in the city layout.

The Castle

In contrast, Sultans and members of the royal family lived in large, impressive castles or palaces. These buildings were not just homes, they were symbols of power, wealth, and authority. In our model, we included a grand structure to represent the type of place a Sultan would live in. We tried to show not only the size and beauty of these buildings but also how they stood out from the rest of the city.

Our process

Sketch Draft

Building the 3D model

Final product

Information by Jasmina

The 3D Model


In contrast, Sultans and members of the royal family lived in large, impressive castles or palaces. These buildings were not just homes they were symbols of power, wealth, and authority. In our model, we included a grand structure to represent the type of place a Sultan would live in. We tried to show not only the size and beauty of these buildings but also how they stood out from the rest of the city.

By building this 3D model, we wanted to help people see how life in the Ottoman Empire was shaped by social class and architecture. The difference between the tiny peasant house and the grand castle tells a story, not just about buildings, but about the people who lived in them, how they were treated, and what kind of lives they led.


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