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Leman Cevat Tomsu

1913 – 1988

Turkish architect

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Lived 1913 – 1988 (aged 74–75). Leman Cevat Tomsu was a Turkish architect.

Leman Cevat Tomsu (1913–1988) was a Turkish architect. Together with Münevver Belen, she was one of the first Turkish women to qualify as an architect when she graduated in 1934 from the Academy of Fine Arts, Istanbul. She was also the first women to teach architecture in Turkey. Later she became a professor at Istanbul Technical University.

Tomsu designed the Kayseri Theatre (Public House) after winning an architectural competition in 1937.

Between 1938 and 1954, Tomsu received 14 awards in architectural competitions, including five first prizes. In addition, she completed 17 built projects between 1936 and 1959. Compared to her contemporaries, these achievements represent a significant professional success.

Tomsu retired in 1975 and died on 29 April 1988.

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Important facts

Born
1913, Kayseri
Birth century
20th century
Died
29 October 1988, Istanbul
Occupation
Architect
Nationality
Turkey, Ottoman Empire
Education
Mimar Sinan Fine Arts University
Employers
Istanbul Technical University
Also known as
Leman Cevat

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Leman Cevat Tomsu?

Turkish architect (1913–1988)

When was Leman Cevat Tomsu born?

Leman Cevat Tomsu was born in 1913 in Kayseri.

When did Leman Cevat Tomsu die?

Leman Cevat Tomsu died on 29 October 1988 in Istanbul.

What was Leman Cevat Tomsu's occupation?

Leman Cevat Tomsu was an architect.

What nationality was Leman Cevat Tomsu?

Leman Cevat Tomsu was Turkish.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Leman Cevat Tomsu

· Wikidata: Q12810601

· DBpedia: Leman Tomsu

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