ARCHITECTURE PORTFOLIO
SELECTED WORK 2017 - 2022
Education
Bachelor of Science in Architecture (2017.03 - 2023.02)
Dongguk University, South Korea
Awards
BIM Awards 2020 Design-Student Ministerial Award
Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, and Transport (Sponser) / buildingSMART Korea / KICT
SKYHIVE Skyscraper Challenge 2021 Shortlisted
BUILDNER (Bee Breeders)
Remodeling Architecture Competition 2021 Honorable Mention
Korea Remodeling Association
Berlin Affordable Housing Challenge Green + Student Award
BUILDNER (Bee Breeders)
BIM Awards 2019 Design-Student Second Prize (Group Project)
Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, and Transport / buildingSMART Korea / KICT
Vancouver Affordable Housing Challenge Shortlisted (Group Project)
BUILDNER (Bee Breeders)
Modular Hanok Skyscraper
01 Vertical Hanok
Individual Project
Location: Songdo international business district, Incheon, Korea
Type: Academic (SKYHIVE Skyscraper Challenge 2021)
Level Of Project: 4th year (FEB 2021 - MAY 2021)
Supervisor: Prof. Myung-Sik Lee (mslee@dongguk.edu)
Hanok is a Korean architectural style that dates back to 6000 BC. However, in modern cities, the place for Hanok is gradually disappearing. Therefore, I decided to design a Hanok style building in Songdo international business district. In the design process, I tried to solve three questions.
- How can I make Hanok affordable and efficient?
- How can I preserve forms of traditional Hanok?
- What materials should be used to make Hanok sustainable?
To answer these questions, I decided to modulize the Hanok and designed the Hanok skyscraper. The modular design makes Hanok affordable and efficient while preserving traditional features. In addition, with multi-purpose Hanok module, it promotes compact development of the city.
Study Model Of Vertical Hanok
Due to high land price and complex construction, Hanok is disappearing in modern cities. To preserve Hanok, I have been thinking about how Hanok and the city can co-exist. Then I saw a 10-story stone pagoda at the national museum. Inspired by high-rise stone pagoda, I decided to modularize the Hanok and stacked it vertically.
Modular Frame
Simplify frames of traditional Hanok.
Modular
Add additional support and floors to the module.
Design Direction
Attach windows and insulation to the module.
In order to preserve the traditional Hanok style in modern cities, I had considered about economic feasibility and utility. Through a variety of case studies, I decided to transform the Hanok into a module and simplified the complex wooden structure.
By changing the Hanok into a module, it can be efficient and affordable. In addition, designed as a mixed-use skyscraper, the project incoporates diverse programs of the city. Through these strategies, I tried to inherit the Hanok in a modern way.
Inheriting Various Forms Of Hanok
Traditional Hanok is arranged in various forms. Preserving these characteristics of Hanok, modules were placed in the host structure and stacked vertically. Through these, the skyscraper preserves traditional values of Hanok. Moreover, with diverse module arrangements, it accomodates various types of businesses and residents.
3rd Floor
By arranging the largest and enclosed Hanok at both ends, it provides spaces where businesses or families could use.
Exterior View Of Modules
Diverse arrangements of Hanok modules can accommodate multiple programs.
Small types of Hanoks are mainly arranged and accommodate small businesses or studios.
Exploded View Of Typical Floors
Various types of Hanoks are arranged around the atrium and form a space where various people can communicate.
View
The atrium promotes natural ventilation and provides space for communication. Of The Atrium By stacking Hanok modules, I designed a skyscraper which is adaptable to modern cities. Through these, I tried to generate profits and preserve the tradition of Korea. 1st Floor 2nd FloorFloor Plans Of Typical Floors
Repetitions of 3 floors comprise the skyscraper and include various modules.
PAPER FINISH
THK25 2LAYERS OF GYPSUM BOARD
THK190 LITEPAN
1. THK3 TERRACOAT (FINISH)
3. THK12.5 GYPSUM BOARD
4. THK12.5 GYPSUM BOARD
KOREAN WINDOW
2. THK190 LITEPAN (INSULATION)
5. THK3 PAPER FINISH
INSIDE OUTSIDE
Detail Of The Wall
Utilizing drywall, the construction of the wall becomes efficient and affordable.
KOREAN DOOR
THK150 LITEPAN
THK24
2LAYERS OF CRC BOARD
WOODEN FLOOR FINISH
By utilizing CLT as frames, the structure of Hanok is inherited in a modern way.
Litepan Insulation Panel
By utilizing Litepan insulation, module becomes cheaper and the insulation is improved.
Detail Of The Module
High-Efficiency Korean Window
By utilizing high-efficiency Hanok window, module can reduce energy consumption.
Hanok is effectively inherited by using a variety of new materials and technologies.
INSIDE OUTSIDE
5. THK30 WOODEN FINISH
4. THK12
CRC BOARD
3. THK12
CRC BOARD
2. THK150 LITEPAN (INSULATION)
1. EXTERIOR FINISH
Detail Of The Floor
Using Litepan material, the construction of the floor can be cheaper and faster.
CLT COLUMN
EPOXY RELIEF HOLES
Concrete Slabs
To endure wind, upper floor was made as a concrete slab. With its heavy weight, it reduces wobbles.
STEEL PLATE 265x265 OR 265x215 29mm THICK 350W
CLT PANEL
Concrete Core
Connected with heavy concrete core, it forms stable hybrid host structure.
Belt Truss & Outrigger
Belt truss and outrigger reinforce the structure and share excessive loads.
16mm DIAMETER THREADED RODS
Column To Slab Connection
The host structure was designed as CLT flat plate structure. With its strong bond, wooden column can endure strong wind and vertical loads.
CLT Host Structure
CLT host structure was designed to support Hanok modules stably. Combined with the concrete core, it forms hybrid structure, which allows to withstand strongwind.
12 DIA. BOLTS
4-16Ø THREADED RODS EPOXIED INTO CLT COL SHIM PLATE
ROUND HSS 127x13 THK. STUB 350W
SCALE = 1/20
Columns are connected to the CLT panel slab and support vertical loads stably.
CONCRETE CORE WALL
EMBEDDED STEEL PLATE BOLTED CONNECTION
STEEL DRAG STRAP FASTENED TO CLT
CONCRETE TOPPING
CLT PANEL
STEEL LEDGER ANGLE WELDED TO A STEEL PLATE CAST IN THE CORE WALL
Core To Slab Connection
SCALE = 1/20
CLT slabs are connected to the concrete core wall and form a stable structure.
Cross Laminated Timber CLT Flat Plate Structure
CLT Wooden Structure
EPAL Haus Berlin
Affordable Floating Apartment
Individual Project (Recent Project)
Location: Spree river, Berlin, Germany (Moabit district)
Type: Academic (Berlin Affordable Housing Challenge)
Level Of Project: 4th year (SEP 2021 - NOV 2021)
Supervisor: Prof. Myung-Sik Lee (mslee@dongguk.edu)
Berlin is one of the most developed and dynamic city in Europe. Recently, due to the sharp rising rent and disparity of wages, lots of citizens spend more than half of their income on rent and concern about their future. To solve these issues, I tried to focus on three main questions.
- How can I keep housing prices from being affected by real estate investment?
- What materials can be used to design an affordable and good house?
- How can I design a house that can be placed anywhere in Berlin?
In the process of finding answers to three questions, floating architecture concept was adopted. Utilizing used barge ship from the west harbor, it minimizes the land use and makes the housing affordable. In addition, it can be placed on any locations of the river to solve the housing problem.
Dividision Of Berlin
Withdrawl Of Industries
Decrease In Average Wages
Outflow Of Population Indifference To Affordable Housing
Housing Crisis Of Berlin
Berlin is the most important city of Germany. However, many people are suffering from housing crisis and they have to pay half of their salaries for rent. The housing problem of Berlin was derived from the division, which made the city unbalanced.
After the berlin wall was built in 1961, a lot of companies left the city and citizens had the lowest income in Germany. In 1990, Germany was reunited, which caused urban sprawl in Berlin. Due to the sprawl, government ignored affordable housing development and the housing crisis has started.
To solve these problem, I realized that a new type of affordable housing is needed and focused on designing an apartment that is not affected by real estate prices.
Design Direction
In order to solve the housing issue, I considered a design that is not affected by land cost. Inspired by floating homes of Amsterdam, I decided to utilize the river. By using the waterway, I devised floating residence and made it as an solution.
By adopting floating structure, the project can minimize land use and be placed on any location of spree river. In addition, modular housing system was added to the design, which allows affordable and sustainable construction of the apartment.
EPAL Pallet
Dimension
800 X 1200 X 144 (mm)
Dead load (weight)
25kg
Load-Bearing capacity
1500kg
Epal Pallet Material
The design was started by selecting the area most vulnerable to housing problems. Considering the population statistics, Moabit area was selected as the project site.
To build a house with low cost and promote sustainability, I tried to utilize on-site material of Berlin. Epal pallet is a common material in west harbour of Berlin and it only costs about 10$ ~ 18$. Utilizing used pallet, the project can achieve its goal.
Exterior View Of Housing Units
Three different housing units provides houses to low-income group of Berlin.
Studio Unit
200 EPAL pallet
1-2 people 25 sqm
Ben is a student and trying to save extra money for the future.
2 Bed Unit
400 EPAL pallet
2-3 people
50 sqm
Tim and Emma is a married couple and planning to save their salaries for baby.
4 Bed Unit
600 EPAL pallet
3-5 people
75 sqm
Mustafa’s family is a Turkish immigrant family. Mustafa moved to Berlin for the job and saving is urgent to him.
Various Types Of Units
EPAL Haus Berlin is composed of three modular units. With its flexibility, modular apartment accommodates diverse people of Berlin and provides affordable houses.
Farming area on the roof provides a space to grow surplus vegetables.
Residents can utilize leftover spaces to grow their own vegetables.
Apartment
Apartment provides affordable housing.
Residents can relax and grow trees in the garden.
Program Overview
Studio modules provide reasonable houses to students and single households.
Epal haus was designed as a combination of affordable housing and urban farming. Through this, residents can become self-sufficient in food and create extra profits.
Interior View Of The Studio Unit
Roof-top Farming
Farming Garden
Core Farming
Modules
Modules are made of used pallets. As Epal pallets are common things in harbors and factories, housing can be affordable and efficient.
View Of The Roof-top Farming Zone
People can grow vegetables in the roof-top and sell them at the local market.
Wooden Slabs
Wooden slabs consist of FSC wood and finished with recycled wood. With its 100% recycled materials, it promotes ‘Cradle to Cradle’ cycle.
CLT Structure
CLT frames form strong host structure and reduce weight burden to the float.
Using FSC certified CLT makes the apartment affordable and sustainable.
Used Barge
Used barge is utilized as a float. Recycling used barge from the harbor, housing can be easier and cheaper than before.
Exploded View
Haus was designed as efficient and sustainable. Utilizing on-site materials of the city, housing could be easier and faster, which allows affordable housing.
EPAL
Utilizing leftover spaces for farming, people can earn profits to pay for the rent.View of The Core Space Farming Zone
3rd Floor 3rd floor is for couple. With its farming zone, they can enjoy farming on weekends and communicate with neighbors.
Studio Unit Studio unit is a unit for singles and the seniors. Low-income single can save money and prepare for the future by living in the studio unit.
2nd Floor 2nd floor is for families. Households can eat and sell their own vegetables by gardening the small farming zone.
Y1 Y2 Y3 Y4 5200 5200 1900 X1 X2 X3 X4 X5 X6 X7 X8 5500 5500 5500 5500 5500 5500 5500 Main entrance
2 Bed Unit 2 bed unit is a unit for a household of 2-3 people. Newlyweds and students can enjoy city life by living in this type of housing at a reasonable cost.
10M 5 0
4 Bed Unit 4 bed unit is a unit for a household of 3-6 people. Immigrant families in Berlin can settle in the city by living in these units.
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Floor Plans (1-3F) Modular Unit Plans
FSC RECYCLED SLABS
Slabs made of FSC recycled wood are durable and sturdy to provide reliable support.
CLT HOST STRUCTURE
Host structure made of CLT is light and strong, making it suitable for floating structure.
LOW-E GLASS WINDOW
THK288
EPAL PALLET FOAM INSULATION
WALL PAPER
THK25
2LAYERS OF GYPSUM BOARD
CONNECTING BRIDGE
The connecting bridge provides a passage by connecting the land and the floating structure.
FLOAT (BARGE)
Used barges is utilized as a float, allowing the entire structure to float in the river.
Section View
MOORING SYSTEM
The mooring system anchors the float and adjusts it according to changes in water level.
Epal Haus was designed to float in the river by utilizing a float and lightweight CLT.
BIPV HANDRAIL
WOODEN FLOOR
THK24
2LAYERS OF CRC BOARD
Recycled pallets reduces housing costs and promotes sustainability.
Spray Foam Insulation
Spray foam insulation is sprayed into the wall and increases energy efficiency.
Detail Of The Module
BIPV Handrail
BIPV generates energy and reduces the electricity bills on low-income households.
Modular units were designed using on-site materials and sustainable technologies.
03
Farm The School
Closed School Remodeling Project
Individual Project
Location: Gongjin middle school, Gangseo-gu, Seoul, Korea
Type: Academic (Remodeling Architecture Competition 2021)
Level Of Project: 4th year (MAY 2021 - JULY 2021)
Supervisor: Prof. Myung-Sik Lee (mslee@dongguk.edu)
Recently, many schools were closed and abandoned due to declining birth-rate of South Korea. Local goverment tried to use these spaces, but it was neglected due to conflicts within the region. Dealing with this issue, I chose a closed school located in Gangseo-gu and tried to find solutions.
- How can I reduce conflicts within the region and promote healthy local community?
- What kind of technology can be applied to make the closed school sustainable?
- What is the universally applicable remodeling direction for abandoned schools of Korea?
To answer these questions, I remodeled an abandoned school into an urban farming center. By promoting urban farming commiunity, the project alleviates conflicts and forms healthy society. Moreover, green strategies were applied to the design, which makes sustainable development.
Local Conflict
Abandoned School Delayed Remodeling
Remodeling Direction
Gongjin middle school is a public school located in Gang-seo gu. As school-age population has dramtically decreased, school was closed and left as idle space.
The local government has tried to utilize this space, However an agreement could not be reached. As the low-income and high-income groups coexist in the near by area, conflicts were getting worse and remodeling was postponed indefinetly.
To alleviate problems caused by income inequality and conflicts of interest, I tried to remodel the school in a way that is open to all and beneficial to the community. Through regional statistical data analysis, I adopted farming program to the design.
Study Model For Remodeling
During the design process, I had studied about what part of the school should be left or modified. First, I made the structure and the facade of the existing school. Next, I tried to find the way to design the building that promotes communication.
To remodel the school into a space for the public, the first floor was opened. After that, the building was expanded to secure a new space. Through these attempts, I tried to form new spaces while preserving the appearance of the existing school.
By accommodating the increasing urban farming population, it has a potential to create local income and revitalize the community. Therefore, I designed an urban farming center utilizing the closed school and tried to make it a universal solution.
Farming Labs
Using classrooms to experiment new ways of growing vegetables.
Hydroponics
Utilizing classrooms as spaces for hydroponics.
Cooking Classrooms
Using existing classrooms to learn how to cook local crops.
Farmer’s Market
The market provides a trading spaces for urban farmers.
Farming Archive
Using old library as a farming archive to provide information.
Playground To Farm
Utilizing the playground as an outdoor farming space.
Gym To Greenhouse
Using gym as a space for greenhouse farming.
Overall View Of The Model
Utilizing spaces of the closed school, a new urban farming center was created.
View Of The Main Building Facade
Sustainable strategies are applied to the design and achieves Net-zero energy.
Farm To Table Resturant
Using an existing restaurant as a place to use local crops.
Closed School To Urban Farming Center
During the remodeling process, I tried to use existing spaces as much as possible. Urban farming center was created by arranging farming programs in these spaces.
Green Facade
Green facade provides space for vertical farming and block strong sunlight through shades.
Green Roof
The roof alleviates the heat island effect and provides farming space.
BIPV Curtain Wall
By adopting BIPV system to curtain walls, the building can be Net-zero energy building.
Green Zone
By expanding and greening slabs, green zone reduces the heat load and makes the facade sustainable.
Green Remodeling
The existing school was not very energy efficient. The existing building consumed as much energy as $15.1 per sqm, exceeding the ASHRAE90.1 standard of $12.7. Therefore, various sustainable strategies were applied to the design, which raises the energy efficiency. Through this, I tried to remodel it into a Net-zero building.
The market was created in front of the main building to trade local vegetables.
A variety of agricultural, cultural, and commercial facilities are incorporated in the urban farming center. With these programs, the project promotes communication and cooperation between people and creates a healthy local community in the city.
Removal Of Walls Walls were removed to increase accessibility.
Local Market Area
Farmer’s market was created in the front yard to sell local crops.
Cooking Classes
Cooking classes can be operated using classrooms.
Before Remodeling
Narrow Spaces
Classrooms needed to be expanded to secure Lab spaces.
Outdoor Farm Space
The playground is used as a space to grow local crops.
20 10 0 40M
Ground Floor Plan
Exterior walls were torn down to open the abandoned school to local residents.
Removal Of Walls
Spaces were expanded by removing inner walls.
Horizontal Extension
Office spaces are secured through horizontal expansion.
After Remodeling 20M 10 0
Main Building Floor Plan (2-3F)
Spaces are secured through the expansion and extension of classroom spaces.
The library was cramped and had limited functions.
A media room was arranged to diversify its functions.
Existing classrooms on the first floor were remodeled into cooking classrooms.
The gym was left as an idle space within the school. The gym was turned into a space for urban farming.
20M 10 0
Library / Gymnasium Floor Plan (2F)
The gym and library were remodeled and utilized as a space for urban farming.
Abandoned classrooms are used as hydroponics rooms to produce vegetables.
Solar Generator
Low-carbon energy is produced by installing PV panels on the roof-top.
Green Roof
Green roof reduces the heat island effect and produces surplus vegetables.
Green Facade
Green facade increases the energy efficiency and produces crops.
Rainwater Storage
Rainwater is stored on the roof and used for irrigation and hydroponics.
Greenhouse
The roof of the gymnasium was changed to glass and used as a space for greenhouse farming.
Sections
In the remodeling process, various eco-friendly strategies were adopted to the project. Through these, I tried to design a sustainable building that can save resources and energy.
FINISH
THK150 CONCRETE
PE FILM (2LAYERS)
THK230 INSULATION
PROTECTIVE MORTAR
WATERPROOF LAYER
THK200 RC CONCRETE
SOIL LAYER
SOIL FILTER LAYER
DRAINAGE LAYER
WATERPROOF LAYER
WALL FINISH
GYPSUM BOARD (2LAYERS)
WOODEN FRAME
THK200 RC CONCRETE
THK130 INSULATION
HIGH INSULATION BRICK
T10 GALVANIZED
STEEL PLATE
EPOXY PRIMER
URETHANE PAINT
DMR-C FIXING METAL
High-Insulation Brick
GYPSUM BOARD (2LAYERS) WALL FINISH
WOODEN FRAME
THK200 RC CONCRETE
THK130 INSULATION
HIGH INSULATION BRICK
LOW-E WINDOW
M16X100
WEDGE ANCHOR
T2 WATERPROOF SHEET
Detail Of The Brick Wall
Insulation is improved by replacing the existing bricks with high-insulation bricks.
Energy efficiency is improved by utilizing insulation bricks and Low-E windows.
FINISH
THK150 CONCRETE
PE FILM (2LAYERS)
FLOOR FINISH
LOW-E WINDOW
LEVELING MORTAR
THK40 CEMENT MORTAR
THK45 AUTOCLAVED
LIGHT CONCRETE
THK30 CUSHION LAYER
THK200 RC CONCRETE
Section Detail Of The Main Building
Sustainable materials and technologies are utilized to remodel a closed school.
THK230 INSULATION
PROTECTIVE MORTAR
WATERPROOF LAYER
THK200 RC CONCRETE
SOIL LAYER
SOIL FILTER LAYER
DRAINAGE LAYER
WATERPROOF LAYER
Detail Of The Green Roof
Vegetated Roof System
Greening existing roofs can mitigate the heat island effect and provide spaces for farming.
A vegetated roof system is applied to the roof to create a space for farming.
04
CCD ( Conecting Chang-Dong )
Changdong Bus Transfer Center
Individual project
Location: Changdong district, Dobong-gu, Seoul, Korea
Type: Academic (Architectural Design III)
Level of project: 4th year, 1st semester (MAR 2020 - JUN 2020)
Supervisor: Prof. Hong-il Kim (mugukhi@gmail.com)
As northern part of Seoul has been excluded from the city development, the Changdong area has become under-developed. Due to this unbalance, people left the area and the economy slumped. To regenerate the Changdong district, I made three questions while considering various solutions.
- What is the biggest reason for the current population outflow in this area?
- What are the geographical strengths of the project site?
- How to apply sustainable strategies into the project?
To solve these questions, TOD strategies were applied to the design. By designing a bus transfer center near the Changdong station, I tried to provide decent jobs and revitalize the local economy. Through these strategies, the project promotes compact and sustainable development of the city.
Jobs
Shortage Of Cultural Facilities
Regeneration Direction Of Changdong District
Located in the northern part of Seoul, Changdong has been under-developed. Due to the shortage of decent jobs, young people left the area. In addtion, as the area has a lack of cultural facilities, residents can’t enjoy the cultural benefits of the city.
Government tried to regenerate the district centering on Changdong station, but it was canceled due to problems of selecting a business entity. As a result, the area has been neglected for 20 years and became one of the poorest areas in Seoul.
To solve these problems, I tried to focus on the geographical strengths of the site. It is connected to subways and has advantages due to good highway accessibility.
Mixed-use Concept Study Model
In the design process, I tried to apply the mixed-use concept to revitalize the area. In order to incoporate four different functions in a single project, It was necessary to consider the arrangement of masses and the interaction between programs.
Inspired by MVRDV's design process, I decided to utilize Lego blocks as modeling materials. First, I made masses of various functions. Next, masses were stacked and studied. Through these processes, I could create a clear shape of the building.
Considering these transportation strengths, the area has great potential. Therefore, I decided to design a mixed-use bus transfer center and adopted TOD strategies. Through these, I tried to promote the influx of people and revitalize the economy.
Cultural Facilities Per 100,000 (Seoul)
Downtown Northern Eastern Wetern
Seoul Average Shortage Of Decent
Job Statistics Of Dobong-gu
Food Retail Factory Leisure Service
Korean Average
Subway Connection Highway Connection
20~22th Floor
Share Office
It provides a spaces for young people to start businesses.
6~19th Floor
Office Space
It creates decent jobs by providing spaces for businesses.
3~5th Floor
Cultural Space
It provides a cultural spaces for residents and attracts people.
2~3rd Floor
Shopping area
Local shopping area creates profits from influxed population.
1st Floor
Bus Terminal
Bus terminal serves as a transportation hub of adjacent area.
Exploded View Of Functions
As a mixed-use bus tranfer center, the building incoporates transportation facility, commercial area, cultural spaces and office spaces. Through the synergy with the transfer system, the project creates decent jobs and revitalizes the local economy.
View Of The Bus Terminal
The terminal provides affordable transportation and promotes population influx.
The main square revitalizes the community and provides space for commerce.
View Of The Main Square
Vehicle Entry
Vertical Connetion
Stairs provides easy access to food court on the upper floor.
Local Stores
Stores generate profits by selling local products.
Cultural Factility
Theatre and art gallery provide cultural spaces.
Shopping Area
Shops generate profits and provide decent jobs.
Entrance
The bus terminal facilitates the influx of people.
Bus Terminal Main Square
The square promotes communictation and provides space for street vendors.
3rd Floor 3rd floor is a space for culture and commerce. Local residents can get profits from the shopping area and enjoy quality cultural life in cultural spaces.
Library
The library provides an easily accessible cultural space.
Entrance
Transit Bridge
The bridge connects subway station and the building.
Changdong Station
0 20 10 40M
Ground Floor Plan
Utilizing the influx of transfer passengers, the project regenerates Changdong.
2nd Floor 2nd floor is a commercial space. Transit passengers visit the shopping area on the second floor and revitalize the local economy.
0 20 10 40M
Floor Plan
(2-3F)
CCD revitalizes the local community by utilizing commercial and cultural programs.
CONCRETE SLABS
200mm concrete slabs have excellent sound insulation and cushioning performance.
ENERGY STAR LED
LEDs with Energy Star rating are used to reduce energy consumption in lighting.
LOW-E CURTAIN WALL
Low-E glass facade improves heating and cooling efficiency and saves energy.
KINETIC FACADE RAHMEN STRUCTURE
By using the rahmen structure, it is easy to divide spaces for diverse functions.
Section View Of Office Spaces
Folding panels block excessive sunlight to increase comfort and reduce energy use.
CCD was designed by using adequate structures and sustainable technologies.
Kinetic Facade System
The kinetic facade system was made using Dynamo algorithm. As a result, folding panels can change their angles according to the position and direction of the sun.
Office Building
Office spaces require adequate shading and air conditioning.
Low-E glass saves energy with low thermal transmittance.
Sustainable Facade Design
Folding Panels
Folding panels open and close to block excessive sunlight.
The main facade is composed of a kinetic facade system and a low-e glass curtain wall. These reduce the overall energy consumption and create a good environment.
Connected to the station, it promotes TOD development and revitalizes the region.
The building provides open spaces and serves as a center of economic activities.
View Of The Model 1
View Of The Model 2
The terminal facilitates the influx of people and provides affordable transportation.
View Of The Model 3
Period: 2019 - 2022
During bachelors, I created study groups and taught VR and 3D modeling skills.
Period: 2012 - 2022
I started traveling alone when I was 15 years old. Since then, I have traveled every year and visited 25 countries.Through my travel experiences, I could understand diverse cultures and develop a courageous attitude toward my life.
Projects History
Class /Competition Projects
Period: 2017 - 2022
Class Competition
2017
Introduction to Architectural Design - Space For Light
2018
Introduction to Architectural Design A - House Design
Introduction to Architectural Design B - Gangnam Complex Cultural Facility
2019
Architectural Design 2 - Sewoon Plaza Remodeling
Architectural Design 1 - Chungpa Cultural Center
Architectural Design 2 - Sewoon Plaza Remodeling
2020
Architectural Design 3 - Changdong Bus Terminal
Evolo Skyscraper Competition 2021 - Artificial Rain Tower
2021
Evolo Skyscraper Competition
2021 - Artificial Rain Tower
SKYHIVE Skyscraper Challenge
2021 - Vertical Hanok
2021 Remodeling Competition - Farm The School
Berlin Affordable Housing Challenge - Epal Haus Berlin
2022
Vancouver Affordable Housing Challenge - Living On Intersections (Group Project)
Thesis Project (In Process)
- Dongdaemun Public Library
Vancouver Affordable Housing - Living On Intersections (Group)
My Work: Design, Layout, Render
I'm not afraid of challenges. I have developed a courageous attitude towards my life through traveling around the world and participating in various architecture competitions. With this mindset, I have worked ceaselessly and finally, I am fully ready to apply for the world’s top architecture program at TU Delft.
Architecture is closely related to our lives and its social role is vital. Living in a city with the most severe housing and environmental problems in South Korea, I have committed myself to solve various social problems through architecture. My commitment led to an interest in affordable housing and sustainability, and I decided to apply a master's program to explore these fields further.
While studying in undergraduate program, I was interested in architectural technology, and I always put my careful attention to structure and materials. During the research process, I encountered practical and innovative Dutch architecture, which became the foundation for my academic growth.
TU Delft leads these fields as the best architecture university in the Netherlands. Design classes, conducted in collaboration with a design studio and a building engineering studio, allows students to have an integrated perspective of design. Through my studies at TU Delft, I would like to develop technical knowledge and become a competitive architect.
The studios that attract me the most at Delft are Architecture & Dwelling and Veldacademie. These two studios explore ways to make the world a better place by analyzing various elements and experimenting new designs. I am greatly interested in solving social problems and improving the quality of life through architecture. In my master's course in Delft, I would like to find out how to suggest practical and innovative solutions by exploring the housing problems of South Korea and the Netherlands.
Intrigued by sustainable architecture and affordable housing, I have been greatly interested in the excellent studios of TU Delft and have prepared for the application for a long time. As part of the preparation, I obtained LEED Green Associate to study sustainable architecture. And after seeing TU Delft students winning the Toronto Affordable Housing Challenge organized by BUILDNER, I have strived to pursue their standard and finally won the green & student award at the Berlin Affordable Housing Challenge.
I would like to solve various social problems and make the world a better place to live through architecture. To achieve my dream, I will continue my challenge at TU Delft, the world's best university of architecture.
Sincerely,
Hyosik Kim