Selin Özaşık, a graduate of the Department of Architecture at Izmir University of Economics (IUE), was selected to join the London office of the renowned company Populous, known for designing world-famous stadiums that are heart of football. A true football and sports enthusiast, Özaşık began working with the team involved in designing and renovating the stadiums for the 2034 FIFA World Cup planned to be held in Saudi Arabia.
Selin Özaşık from Izmir graduated at the top of her class from the Department of Architecture, Faculty of Fine Arts and Design at IUE in 2021. Deciding to continue her education abroad, Özaşık was accepted by the Architectural Association in England and completed her master's degree focusing on new technologies and innovative designs in architecture. This step to England changed her life. Drawing attention with her rapid rise in education at a young age and expanding her network while gaining experience, Özaşık quickly came onto the radar of international companies right after finishing her master's degree.
CHOSE TO STAY IN ENGLAND
Deciding to continue her life in England, Özaşık began her career at the London headquarters of Populous, which has offices in many parts of the world. Making a remarkable career journey in England, a country identified with football, Özaşık works on the renovation, design uniqueness, and preparation of the stadiums in Saudi Arabia for FIFA 2034.
I FOLLOW FOOTBALL
Stating that she is very interested in sports and football and often attends matches in England, Özaşık said, “I work for an international company with offices in many parts of the world that has carried out numerous stadium projects to date. The London office is quite extensive. I previously worked on a project related to the stadium in Fulham. Our agenda now is FIFA 2034. I am happy to be here. I have always loved sports and played tennis for a long time. I have always felt close to football and continue to follow it. Being in such a place is undoubtedly a distinct pride for me. It has been approximately 3 years since I graduated. I believe I have advanced myself to a good point within just 3 years.”
A PLEASANT, DYNAMIC, AND EXCITING JOB
Özaşık continued as follows: “In our office, we work on stadium projects in many different parts of the world. I am currently part of the team working on the stadiums that could host the 2034 World Cup. We focus on how existing stadiums need to be updated, their compliance with FIFA standards, or how to proceed if a new stadium is to be built from scratch. It is a pleasant, dynamic, and exciting job. I am not a very calm or monotonous person. I like to work, learn new things, and be different. Therefore, I can say that I am in a place that suits me and makes me feel good. I have adapted to London. Of course, I don't know what the future holds, but for now, I am in London. My University, professors, and family have played a significant role in my journey to this point. I thank them all very much.”
