Two important aspects for the city of Antakya we considered was the history of the city and the location of the Asi River. These two elements were the basis for determining the relationship of the project to its respective location. The fragmented mass functions as a possible retreat on the third floor, minimizing the scale conflict between the surrounding buildings. Considering the climate in the region, two courtyards, designed as a breathing spaces, were designed to energise the shopping corridors. The four blocks predominantly facing the river were designated as eating and drinking units, which were separated from the rest of the shopping center.