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JiyongKim Hannam Flagship Store / one-aftr

Valeria Silva — Mon, 09 Jun 2025 19:00:00 +0000

The first flagship store of JiyongKim, located in Hannam-dong, Seoul, is designed around the brand's signature sun-bleaching technique, incorporating themes of time, transformation, and the raw qualities of material. The space functions not only as a retail environment but also as a spatial narrative that presents the state between completion and incompletion.

House 1949 / Narrative Architects

Miwa Negoro — Sun, 01 Jun 2025 21:00:00 +0000

This house was originally built in 1949, just before the outbreak of the Korean War, and has since undergone several partial extensions and makeshift repairs, shaping it into its current form. The construction year was confirmed through an inscription on the ridge beam, and the structure—where even a span of less than three meters was bridged by piecing together door frames instead of using intact timber—reveals the architectural realities of Seoul at the time.

Montage Hannam Film Studio and Headquarters / stpmj

Miwa Negoro — Wed, 04 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0000

Montage Hannam, located in a residential area of Hannam in Seoul, is the film studio and headquarters of a commercial production company. It is a single building with four stories and two basements, designed by vertically stacking variable film sets, which are normally found in suburban areas.

horongbul Liquor Bar / DEEF

Hana Abdel — Sat, 30 Nov 2024 19:00:00 +0000

The first impression the client wanted to draw was "a comfortable space like a subtle light," which was located quietly under a slope just off the main street of Itaewon. He said he wanted to sell traditional alcohol without sweeteners in an exotic neighborhood and serve food that goes well with it. We felt strongly that the meeting between traditional liquor and Itaewon was so fresh and that we wanted to create a harmonious space. The harmony we are talking about should be selling traditional liquor and creating an atmosphere that suits it, but I think he wanted to mix something modern.

Ojeje Amorepacific Headquarters Branch / OFF studio

Hana Abdel — Sun, 24 Nov 2024 09:00:00 +0000

This project is located at the Amorepacific Headquarters in Yongsan, Seoul, designed by David Chipperfield, the 2024 Pritzker Prize. The design approach focused on integrating the building seamlessly into a meticulously coordinated modular system, while also embodying the brand's identity.

Hannam 381 Mixed-Use / YKH Associates

Hana Abdel — Thu, 03 Oct 2024 03:00:00 +0000

Nestled at the northern entrance of Hannam Bridge in Seoul, Korea, this small mixed-use building stands as a beacon of innovative design and environmental harmony. Strategically positioned to capitalize on its prime location, the building offers unobstructed views of the Han River to the south and the scenic Namsan Mountain to the north. The design not only meets but exceeds the rigorous standards of local building codes, reflecting a thoughtful approach to urban architecture.

Deokboon Korean Dining and Grill / FLYMINGO

Hana Abdel — Fri, 23 Aug 2024 16:00:00 +0000

"Capturing the Warmth of the Time" : A cozy atmosphere that provides calmness to all, wherein a delicious meal and joyous conversation deliver happiness and comfort deeper than ever before. Such memories remain in our hearts with lingering warmth and present a long-lasting impression. The Korean restaurant "DEOKBOON" is a place filled with such warmth. Located on the first floor of Mondrian Seoul Itaewon, "DEOKBOON" is designed with a concept of a flow, composed of introduction, development, climax, conclusion, and aftertaste, and provides a special experience for every stage of the flow. The restaurant features a changing sequence the visitors can experience depending on the various stages of the flow, from the entrance to passing through all the stages and to the exit.

GRANHAND Seogyo Store / STUDIO MOTIF

Hana Abdel — Wed, 21 Aug 2024 02:00:00 +0000

GRANHAND is a Korean perfume brand based in Seoul. This is the flagship store of GRANHAND, a perfume brand in Seoul, Korea. The standout feature of this project is that it maintains the flat structure of the old house built in the 1970s, which has been transformed into a commercial space.