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Vedat Tek
Mehmet Vedat Tek (1873–1942) was a notable Turkish architect, who has been one of the leading figures of the .
Early life and education.
Of Cretan Turkish origin, Vedat Tek was born in Istanbul to the governor of Baghdad Province Giritli Sırrı Pasha and composer Leyla Saz as their second son. His older brother was Yusuf Razi Bel (1870–1947), who later became an engineer.
After finishing Galatasaray High School in Istanbul, he was sent to France for higher education. He attended Académie
Vedat Tek House
The Vedat Tek House () is a museum and former residence of renowned Turkish architect Vedat Tek in Istanbul, Turkey. The house was built between 1913-14 by Vedat Tek for his family and himself and is a notable example of Turkish neoclassical architecture. 
Location.
The house is located in the Nişantaşı neighborhood of Şişli on the European side of Istanbul, about east of Cumhuriyet Avenue. Located across from the house is the Istanbul Military Museum and the Cemal Reşit Rey Concert Hall. The closest