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Architects: FHHH friends
- Area: 142 m²
- Year: 2019
Seoul: The Latest Architecture and News
Natural High / FHHH friends
https://www.archdaily.com/1034299/natural-high-fhhh-friendsMiwa Negoro
Foster + Partners Reveals Design for Mixed-Use Development in Central Seoul, South Korea
Foster + Partners has released images of the proposed design for IOTA Seoul I, a mixed-use development in Seoul, South Korea. The project would be located between Seoul Station and Namsan, a 270-meter-high peak in the Jung-gu district in the south-central part of the city. The site has been described by the architects as a landmark location due to its historical significance as one of Seoul's gateways for travelers arriving by train.
https://www.archdaily.com/1033187/foster-plus-partners-reveals-design-for-mixed-use-development-in-central-seoul-south-koreaAntonia Piñeiro
Seoul Biennale 2025 Reveals "Walls of Public Life" Installation Designers
The 2025 edition of the Seoul Biennale of Architecture and Urbanism has announced the 24 designers commissioned to create the Walls of Public Life, a collective installation that explores how the exteriors of buildings can become more expressive, engaging, and emotionally resonant. Each contributor will produce a 2.4 by 4.8-meter building fragment, offering a reimagining of the architectural wall not as a backdrop, but as an active participant in public life. Installed along the north side of Songhyeon Green Plaza in central Seoul, the walls will form part of a larger urban intervention that includes the Humanise Wall, a four-storey, 90-meter-long installation to the south of the park.
https://www.archdaily.com/1032888/seoul-biennale-2025-reveals-walls-of-public-life-installation-designersReyyan Dogan
From Abu Dhabi to Oklahoma City: Architecture Now and New Announcements by Heatherwick Studio, MANICA, Kengo Kuma, and More
As cities around the world respond to shifting environmental, cultural, and social dynamics, new architectural proposals are reshaping how we think about public life, community engagement, and the built environment. From Aldar's coastal wellness destination on Fahid Island in Abu Dhabi, to a flexible scaffolding-based office concept in Athens by Georges Batzios Architects, this edition of Architecture Now features diverse projects that reinterpret architecture as both infrastructure and interface. In Seoul, Heatherwick Studio is leading a resident-initiated redevelopment model for a housing complex near the Han River, while Toronto's College Park is set for a major transformation balancing heritage restoration with vertical intensification. In Oklahoma City, MANICA and TVS are designing a new sports arena that anchors an emerging entertainment district through material, landscape, and civic gestures. Together, these diverse yet interconnected efforts signal a broader shift toward integrated, future-oriented urban design.
https://www.archdaily.com/1032496/from-abu-dhabi-to-oklahoma-city-architecture-now-and-new-announcements-by-heatherwick-studio-manica-kengo-kuma-and-moreNour Fakharany
The Korean Hanok: Exploring Traditional Architecture's Environmental Principles
Vernacular architecture often utilizes locally sourced materials and construction practices honed over centuries. This approach raises questions about its potential relevance for contemporary design challenges. The prevalence of high-rise developments globally, often relying on sealed envelopes and mechanical climate control, contrasts with historical architectural practices. Traditionally, regional architectures emerged from local communities, fostering distinct cultural identities and integrating passive systems for ventilation, cooling, and heating, often utilizing natural elements. The Hanok, traditional Korean houses, serve as a case study. Beyond their current role in tourism, they are also an example of how vernacular knowledge can provide passive climate-response strategies that align with the current principles of creating environmentally friendly buildings.
https://www.archdaily.com/1031973/the-korean-hanok-exploring-traditional-architectures-environmental-principlesMoises Carrasco
Center Coffee Eastpole / KKOL Studio
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Architects: KKOL Studio
- Area: 293 m²
- Year: 2025
https://www.archdaily.com/1031604/center-coffee-eastpole-kkol-studioValeria Silva
"Christian Dior: Designer of Dreams" Opens in Seoul with Exhibition Design by OMA
OMA has unveiled its latest exhibition design for "Christian Dior: Designer of Dreams" in Seoul, South Korea. Held at Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP), the exhibition marks the fifth collaboration between OMA and Dior. Previous designs include Dior: From Paris to the World at the Denver Art Museum (2018) and Dallas Museum of Art (2019), as well as Christian Dior: Designer of Dreams at the Museum of Contemporary Art Tokyo (2022). The Seoul exhibition presents over 80 years of Dior's creative history and the cultural heritage of Korea.
https://www.archdaily.com/1029343/christian-dior-designer-of-dreams-opens-in-seoul-with-exhibition-design-by-omaReyyan Dogan
Torriden Flagship Store / YGGGR
https://www.archdaily.com/1028700/torriden-flagship-store-ygggrPilar Caballero
GLASS STAR Eyewear Shop / RVMN
https://www.archdaily.com/1028048/glass-star-eyewear-shop-rvmnValeria Silva
Seoul Biennale, Curated by Thomas Heatherwick, Unveils Citizen-Led Projects to Reimagine Urban Life
Thomas Heatherwick has been appointed as the General Director and curator of the 2025 Seoul Biennale of Architecture and Urbanism. In its fifth edition, the Seoul Biennale serves as a platform for addressing urban challenges faced by major global cities, fostering innovative solutions and public discussions around architecture and urbanism. As Asia's largest architecture biennale, scheduled to take place from September 1 to October 31, 2025, the exhibition will focus on making cities more joyful, engaging, and radically human-centered. At the heart of this mission is an ambitious public engagement program that directly involves citizens in shaping the Biennale. Through an open call, ten multidisciplinary teams, comprising architects, urban planners, sculptors, community organizers, metalworkers, and textile designers, have been selected to collaborate with local communities. These projects will respond to two central questions: How do buildings make people feel? And how can they be transformed to foster a deeper sense of connection?
https://www.archdaily.com/1017369/heatherwick-studio-selected-as-curator-of-seoul-biennale-of-architecture-and-urbanism-2025Nour Fakharany
Heatherwick Studio Redesigns Coex Convention Centre to Reflect Seoul’s Evolving Identity in South Korea
Heatherwick Studio has been selected to lead the redesign of the Coex Convention Centre in Seoul, following a competition aimed at reimagining the building's purpose and facade. In collaboration with the Korea International Trade Association (KITA), the studio's proposal seeks to transform the convention centre into a more open and inviting public space that reflects Seoul's evolving identity.
https://www.archdaily.com/1028083/heatherwick-studio-redesigns-coex-convention-centre-to-reflect-seouls-evolving-identity-in-south-koreaNour Fakharany
The Rise of Co-Living Spaces for Young Professionals in East Asia: 5 Projects Redefining Flexible Living
Co-living in East Asia has been rising since 2020, rapidly expanding while remaining in its early stages. At the same time, it continues to fulfill a significant demand from young professionals working in major cities. A 2020 study by real estate services firm JLL highlighted the growing demand for co-living in China and Singapore, citing key advantages such as affordability compared to private studio apartments and a contemporary urban lifestyle that fosters openness and shared experiences. Much like other industries where ownership is becoming less relevant—such as streaming services for music, films, and television, or mobility solutions like car- and bike-sharing—co-living appeals to a similar demographic that values flexibility and access over long-term commitments.
Unlike co-living initiatives in Spain, which often focus on multigenerational shared spaces, East Asian co-living primarily targets young professionals with dynamic career paths. Often required to relocate every few years, these individuals prioritize convenience and adaptability over investing in a permanent home. For them, committing to a long-term residence may not be practical, making fully furnished, professionally managed co-living spaces with built-in amenities and hygiene services an attractive option. These environments cater to fast-paced urban lifestyles, where networking at professional events often precedes solitary downtime at home.
https://www.archdaily.com/1026694/the-rise-of-co-living-spaces-for-young-professionals-in-east-asia-5-projects-redefining-flexible-livingJonathan Yeung
RiverRidge Cafe / KKOL STUDIO
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Architects: KKOL Studio
- Area: 107 m²
- Year: 2024
https://www.archdaily.com/1026179/riverridge-office-entrance-kkol-studioMiwa Negoro
Seoul Robot & AI Museum / Melike Altınışık Architects
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Architects: Melike Altınışık Architects
- Area: 7400 m²
- Year: 2024
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Manufacturers: ELEVATE
https://www.archdaily.com/1022554/seoul-robot-and-ai-museum-melike-altinisik-architectsHana Abdel
Unveiling the 15 Most Significant Architectural Events of 2025
2025 promises to be a landmark in architecture, heralding a vibrant renaissance of creativity and exploration. As societies confront challenges such as climate change, rapid urbanization, and technological evolution, architecture is both a mirror to these dynamics and a compass pointing toward a sustainable and inclusive future. This year's architectural calendar offers abundant opportunities to celebrate the discipline's transformative power — from boundary-pushing festivals to thought-provoking exhibitions that explore pressing cultural and environmental narratives.
From well-established biennials to inaugural gatherings, including the World Architecture Festival 2025, Desert X Al Ula, and the COP Climate Conference, the 2025 calendar highlights themes such as sustainability, heritage, and community. These events underscore architecture's unique ability to shape a better future, addressing global challenges while honoring cultural diversity and design ingenuity.
https://www.archdaily.com/1025820/unveiling-the-15-most-significant-architectural-events-of-2025Diogo Borges Ferreira
From Concrete to Green Canopies: Revitalizing Cities Through Natural Design
The journey toward renaturalizing urban spaces is an ongoing effort that began as early as the 1970s and continues to shape cities worldwide today. From transforming highways into vibrant parks to restoring waterways and integrating nature into urban planning, these projects reflect a shared commitment to sustainability, livability, and resilience. In Portland, the 1978 creation of Tom McCall Waterfront Park set a pioneering example by replacing a highway with green spaces. Decades later, Boston followed with the Rose Kennedy Greenway, reclaiming land from the elevated Central Artery.
https://www.archdaily.com/1024248/from-concrete-to-green-canopies-revitalizing-cities-through-natural-designMoises Carrasco
Concrete Sandwich Office Building / NOMAL
https://www.archdaily.com/1023993/concrete-sandwich-office-building-nomalMiwa Negoro
From Concept to Object: Studio PRACTICE's Contribution to Korean Architecture’s New Wave
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PRACTICE is a Seoul-based studio founded in 2020 by designers Sisan Lee and Sehou Ahn, and one of ArchDaily's 2024 Best New Practices. With backgrounds in architecture and interior design, they explore a wide range of creative fields, from spatial and exhibition design to custom furniture, art objects, and material experimentation, and had been highlighted last year due to their fast design approach which "matches the fast-evolving iterations at the world's bustling hub of fashion and design". The studio brings a unique depth to each project by creating custom-designed elements, furniture, and objects that reflect their diverse creative capacities. Pieces within their projects are crafted from a deep understanding of its purpose and materiality, demonstrating the studio's commitment to thoughtful, integrity-driven design.
https://www.archdaily.com/1023281/from-concept-to-object-studio-practices-contribution-to-korean-architectures-new-waveValentina Díaz