Borusan Kocabıyık Foundation
Istanbul Bookbinding Institute
Discover the Istanbul Bookbinding Institute (IBI), a vibrant initiative under the roof of Borusan Kocabıyık Foundation (BKF). BKF believes that economic, social and cultural development can be achieved through education and arts. In this respect, IBI is to contribute to the support of traditional bookbinding art by organizing training for students and for bookbinders, creating artworks of contemporary bookbinding using the techniques, materials, and craftsmanship rooted in the art of traditional Turkish bookbinding.
Join Us
Participate in workshops and training programs contextualized for both enthusiasts and professionals.
Be a part of our mission to create a pathway for a generation of skilled bookbinders.
Explore the intersection of tradition and modernity in bookbinding art.
Contact us for customized projects of new perspectives.
IBI is located in a unique Istanbul neighborhood Kuzguncuk, a multicultural hub of cultures and colors.
The institute now boasts a fully equipped bookbinding workshop, showcasing both tradition and innovation.
© 2026, Istanbul Bookbinding Institute
Contact
Address:
Yenigün Sk. 10, Kuzguncuk,
Istanbul, Türkiye
Instagram:
@istanbulmucellitenstitusu
