ACADEMIC WORK
REGEN the City-logue
2019 Urban Regeneration Project at Kookmin University
Super Housing in Seoul
2019 Exhibition for Seoul Biennale of Architecture & Urbanism
2018 Concept Design at Kookmin University
SK Green Techno Campus
2022 Urban Design Project at HAEAHN Architecture
Busan North Port Phase 1 Redevelopment
2021-2022 Urban Redevelopment Project at HAEAHN Architecture
SCOOP the Azit Yeosu Resort Hotel
2018 Library Project at Kookmin University
Nostalgia
2017 Co-housing Project at Kookmin University
Reversed PROXY
2017 Space Regeneration Project at Kookmin University
Compass to Autonomy
2017 Elementary School Project at Kookmin University
2020-2021 Resort Hotel Project at HAEAHN Architecture
2020 HAEAHN Architecture Design Awards _1st Prize
Seoul Mapo Residential Mixed-Use Development
2022-2023 Mixed-Use Hotel Project at HAEAHN Architecture
Soundproof Private Studio
2022 Freelancer Project
VOLUNTEER
Malaysia Kindergarten Design
2022 Kindergarten Project for Pahang, Malaysia
India Mission Work
2023, 2022, 2019, 2018, 2016 Volunteer Activities in Bengaluru, India
Philippines Medical Outreach on 5 Islands
2019 Volunteer Activities in Iloilo City, Philippines
China Children's Summer camp
2017 Volunteer Activities in Beijing, China
REGEN the City-logue
Urban Regeneration Project
Spring 2019
Prof. Yongseong Kim, Young Kwon, Wookjong Yoo Individual Work
Mixed-Use (MICE supporting Facilities)
- Office
- Culture & Exhibition
(Approved for Underground Construction over 3,000m²)
- Accommodation with Conference/Convention
- Care & Education
Gangnam District, Seoul, South Korea
Total 34,229.38 m² (formerly 42,532.45 m²)
59.97% (Maximum Permitted: 60%)
Total 20,870m² (Land A+B+C)
796.84% (Maximum Permitted: 800%)
Total 414,070m² (Above 277,270m²/ Below 136,800m²)
570.47 m² (10% of Total Area)
In line with industrialization, Seoul has experienced unprecedented rapid expansion and development. This quantitative growth has driven a surge of government-led policies and private-sector experiments. However, these temporary and reactive measures have often failed to meet the multifaceted needs of urban livability. The repetitive nature of these short-term solutions has created disconnects within the urban fabric—dividing the internal and external aspects of architecture, separating people from nature, and solidifying a materialistic value system. The result is a city scarred by unresolved issues.
This project raises the question of what an organic, human-centered approach to urban architecture could look like in healing a post-traumatic city. By envisioning the city as a dynamic field, it proposes a continuous flow of urban space shaped by natural rhythms and forces, creating a sustainable urban environment where humans, nature, culture, and economy intersect.
Farm Village : Well-being Town
International MICE Support Complex Development
The City of Seoul has designated the 1.99 million-square-meter area from COEX to Jamsil Sports Complex as the Global Exchange District, positioning it as a key driver of Seoul’s future competitiveness. I aim to leverage this development opportunity to maximize the potential of the area through carefully planned growth, establishing it a MICE Support Complex District. (Office, Exhibition-Convention, and Accommodation)
< Current Status >
- Mostly residential, with commercial concentration by Teheran Road
- Nine Schools located within 1km
- High foot traffic around Yeongdong & Teheran Road buildings
- Streets designed for vehicle-centric traffic
- Urban hollowing-out in the business district
< Improvements >
- Pedestrian paths considering current street layouts
- Incorporating low-rise retail areas to enhance street activity (Purposefule circulation through small-scale retail malls)
- Dynamic walkways along the waterfront
Uraban Sufficiency
Application of full FAR to each site
Integration of 3 sites & Broadening the Vista
Development of green spaces supporting MICE & 4th Distrivution Revolution
After merging the sites, the floor area ratio was strategically distributed to create low-rise buildings along the street edge. The project envisions an analog city model focused on proximity between work and residence, supporting MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) and the 4th Industrial Revolution.
Traffic Improvement
Current Status
Walkway Improvements (A-A')
Improvements
Direct pedestrian access to podiums at levee level
Seamless pedestrian links to the Yeongdong Boulevard Underground Complex
Underground development of the Tancheon Stream with east-west pedestrian bridges
Riverbank's gentle slope adjustments and creation of water-friendly spaces
Town Podium
- Enhancing accessibility along the Tancheon waterfront
- Three themed zones along the waterfront, designed to make every area a "Best Place"
- Seasonal, time-based, and waterfront-connected events to ensure continuous activity
The development approach for the Global Exchange District prioritizes sustainability, with a model focused on eco-friendly practices, pedestrian accessibility, and public transportation. The surrounding Han River and Tancheon Stream areas will be revitalized to restore their natural beauty, creating ecological, recreational, and leisure spaces for both residents and visitors.
Farm Village & Urban Farming School
- Facilitating high geographic accessibility for the 4th Industrial Distribution Revolution
- Utilizing Seoul’s top-tier IT infrastructure for technological advancements
- Enabling 365-day cultivation for continuous and stable production, regardless of season
- Developing a self-sufficient industry for residents & offering experiential programs for visitors
- Optimizing crop growth with big data for ideal nutrition, environment, and flavor
Crop Cultivation Strategy based on 5 Business Models
Providing hands-on farming spaces where residents can grow their own crops, while encouraging the sharing of seeds, seedlings, and innovative farming techniques through Green offices and Farm villages.
Well-Being Town
Gardening Balcony
Corss Ventilation
Gardening Balcony
360° Rotating
Determination of suitable cultivation zones for each crop based on optimal growth temperatures and sunlight adaptability
Gardening Void
Super Housing in Seoul
Accessibility by ROOM
The building we explored, is the reconfigured types of a stacked apartment floor plans with average space layout in Seoul, disassembled and then reassembled again to carry other nonaverage function. This will provide a new sense of home to the residents with only 'rooms', minimizing the notion of the 'house'.
What kind of lives are drawn over the tracing paper of Seoul?
After liberation from colonial rule by Japan, Seoul recuperated from the war and destruction until 1970. Noticeable through 1970's were the development of a large-scale apartment complex and a macroscale housing site carried out to solve the housing shortage throughout the city including business and commercial centers. Today, as the number of upper-middle class population continues to grow, more diverse needs and organization of managing the new social tendencies are in demand.
In response, we propose housing types that fit people's diverse lifestyles through a new circulation system and a combination of spaces that deviates from the existing housing patterns.
Sorting & Reassmble ROOMs
When analyzing the floor plans of Korea's representative residential types, apartments and studio apartments, we observe that as the floor area decreases, the spatial ratio between private and public areas approaches 1:1. ■ Bedroom
In typical Korean residential layouts, circulation paths consistently lead through public spaces (LDK: Living, Dining, Kitchen) before accessing private spaces (Bedrooms). We sought to challenge this conventional spatial flow by designing a residential typology that prioritizes entry through private spaces first.
LDK ■ Balcony ■ Bathroom ■ Storage/Utility
Set Algorithm
■ Public space
■ Private Space
ROOM Reorganization for Bedroom-first Access
Circulation Pathways to Each Bedroom
Vibrant Facades Reflecting Each Individual's Identity
The building we explored, is the reconfigured types of a stacked apartment floor plans with average space layout in Seoul, disassembled and then reassembled again to carry other non-average function. This will provide a new sense of home to the residents with only 'rooms', minimizing the notion of the 'house'.
SCOOP the Azit
Library Project
100 rooms
10,000+ available paths
→ Limited Infinity
Like reading a book, one moves through layered walls, pausing and reflecting, gradually comprehending the universe of this library
Only through the experience of navigating its maze-like paths and chambers can the essence of this space be understood. Within the variety of spaces revealed along each path, the reading area chosen by today’s serendipitous wandering becomes a secret hideaway—an intimate, hidden retreat.
Rejecting conventional architectural systems, I devised a new structural method: a solid cube sculpted through a negative excavation process. Inspiration from analogous spatial forms—such as ant burrows and subterranean dwellings— this approach reinterprets spatial hierarchy and flow in a unique way.
A library where readers discover their own space each time, offering endless possibilities for exploration. Physically finite, yet the experiences within are infinite.
SCOOP the Space
Design Analysis Sketches
Spring 2018
Prof. Ilburm Bong Individual Work Date Instructor
Reference & Sketch
How to create space in solid material?
SCOOP the Spcae: Arch
Ants Burrow Catacomb Invertebrate Burrow Plants root
Zoning: Book space & Reading space
SCOOP the Spcae: Cube Zoning:
Sphere
Access: entry from multiple sides of the mass
Adventure Guide to Library
100 rooms
10,000+ available paths
33X33X33m Cube, 36,000m³
→ Limited Infinity
This adventure guide shows the connections from the central archive to each space. The approximately 100 rooms are organized into a 33m-wide, high, and deep cube, which is subdivided into five parts and symbolized with the letters A, B, C, D, and E. The rooms, connected through various pathways, present thousands of possible routes to the users.
Refined Sketches: Expanding the Maze
Further developed from a semester-long project. Redesigned the surrounding reading spaces, with scales reduced to approximately 1:9, enabling the discovery of personalized, intimate spaces within a denser, more thoughtful layout.
retreat into my space with books Bountiful realm of stories, Unseen beyond the walls Scoop into my own Azit
Guide Cube
Nostalgia
Co-housing Project
Fall 2017
Seongbuk District, Seoul, South Korea
Residential, Retail
Prof. Seungtaek Lee (STPMJ)
Team Project (Member: Soa Moon)
Plan Drawing, Model Making, 3D Modeling, Diagram & Report Visualization
3,000㎡ 5 Floors (+2 below ground)
Architecture serves as both an expression of society and a reflection of the public's image. The coexistence of old and newly built houses in Jeongreung offers a panoramic view of a neighborhood’s evolving history. In particular, Jeongneung is a region where homes of diverse forms coexist, and a strong sense of community life once flourished. Before its designation as a redevelopment area, residents actively engaged in communal exchanges.
Our project seeks to honor the essence of Jeongneung its nature, alleys, and historical narratives. As traces of the old Jeongneung gradually vanish under redevelopment, we aim to preserve the stories embedded within this site and revitalize the region through thoughtful renovation that reflects its unique significance.
We aim to preserve the memory of Jeongneung. The lower levels retain the context of old Jeongneung, offering commercial and cultural spaces that align with modern lifestyles. This Co-housing is merely layered over the original mass, like a shell resting gently upon it.
Ascending Layers of Houses
& Visual Intersection
The design adopts a system where rooms are progressively filled on higher floors, enabling effective visual intersections in corridors and public spaces. The units are arranged randomly, creating unique environments and pathways for each home.
Existing Jeongneung residents (Students, Newlyweds, Seniors, and Families) + community members (Artists & Journalists of Seongbukdong)
A 6m x 6m square module serves as the basis, ensuring various forms while maintaining a minimum unit size of 33m².
Modern Living
Historic Context
Reversed PROXY
Reversed
ANOTHER WAY TO EXPERIENCE
I first aimed at two things: first, to attract people to the Inconspicuous Artists' House, and second, to preserve the history of the existing building by elevation.
Thus my idea was to give an experience for the users to observe the exhibition by digging out underground in the shape of the flipped building.
While many people visit the Marronnier Park, they are unaware of the existence of the Artist's House. When I thought about, ‘Why people didn't see the Artists' House?' The reason was the trees. As the Artist's House is headed north, but many tall and thick trees cover the face of the building. At first, I tried to cut away these trees, but these trees were also a symbol of the Marronnier Park, so I planted more trees to make this space a secret garden.
I also replicated the porch, the symbol and main entrance of the
Sequence of Access
Starting from B3 and ascending to ground level, visitors observe facades from multiple viewpoints.
Reflecting on the artwork while contemplating the various facades of the Artist's House.
Compass to Autonomy 06
Elementary School Project
Spring 2017
Seongbuk District, Seoul, South Korea Elementary School
Prof. Yangmoo Lee Team Project (Member: Soonil Kwon) Plan Drawing, Model Making, 3D Modeling, Concept study, Site & references research
A school should serve as both a and a "courtyard"—a comfortable, open space where people gather, communicate, and freely express their thoughts. modern schools in Korea have become standardized spaces for rote learning, prioritizing college entrance preparation over individuality and creativity. A shift is needed toward educational environments that independent thinking and self-determined goals, moving beyond a society that demands uniform answers through passive communication.
The site in Seongbuk District, Seoul, faces significant challenges: the highest number of elderly residents living alone and the lowest population growth rate.
- 7.2m x 9.0m classrooms with 3m-high ceilings
- North-side corridors and south-facing classrooms
- Single-loaded, linear corridor layouts
- Playgrounds positioned to the south
These conditions reflect outdated school design practices dating back to the Japanese colonial era. We aimed to design a new elementary school that breaks free from rigid, passive learning environments. This school fosters autonomy and growth, allowing children to bask in sunlight from various angles and naturally develop healthy habits.
We question the traditional single-loaded corridor classroom layout that enforces standardized learning methods. By eliminating the central teachers' room and instead placing Educators' Hub by each grade, we reduce psychological barriers and foster interaction between teachers and students. Additionally, the school incorporates shared workspaces where educators and learners engage collaboratively, reflecting a thoughtful consideration of students’ emotional and psychological well-being.
Home Base & Hand-wash Station
- Developing hand-washing habits in the water-use area
- Welcoming space for children instead of a simple vestibule
Dream Platform
- Expression Stage for delivering personal thoughts in front of others
- school’s culture is displayed through the large windows with various seasonal events
Community Space Utilization
After-school and vacation are used to offer community spaces for local residents' hobbies or small business activities
(Swimming Pool, Cooking Classroom, Outdoor Garden, Library, Gymnasium, etc)
Cozy Alcove Library
A tucked-away alcove for reading & Categorized zones such as Media Lounge and Comic Zone
Outdoor Stand
- Eliminating vertical boundaries like the former podium
Educator's Hub
- Interactive workspace where teachers and students can interact together
- Replacing the staff room with Educator's Hub for each grade to reduce barriers
Classroom Unit
Pick-up Zone
For greeting and saying goodbye to students and parents arriving by car
- Wall-free classrooms with movable furniture allows dynamic positioning of teachers and students
- Providing four classrooms per grade: 1 entrance, 2 Home Base, 1 Educator's Hub & Learning Resource Room, 1 Reading Nook, 1 Free Room, and 2 restroom
SK Green Techno Campus
March 10, - September 02, 2022
Bucheon, South Korea
HAEAHN Architecture
Team Project
Concpet & Mass Study, Report Editing & Diagram Visualization, R&D Campus References Research
This space serves as a testbed for SK Group's green energy technologies, advancing NetZero solutions and establishing itself as a Total Solution Provider.
Through open innovation among SK's nine affiliates, it fosters a virtuous industrial ecosystem and generates synergies.
Prioritizing well-being and growth, it creates an inspiring workplace for future talents and redefines work through innovation.
Work - Concept & Mass design Proposal
My design proposal was evaludated as the most outstanding by the client. Inspired by the concept of a "mole house," the design allows SK Group's various affiliates to maximize their capabilities within independent spaces while creating synergies in shared collaborative areas.
Busan North Port Phase 1 Redevelopment
May 10, 2021 - July 29, 2022
Busan, South Korea
HAEAHN Architecture
Team Project
Diagram Visualization, Report Editing, Multiple Stakeholders Collaboration
The Port of Busan was opened in 1876 as Korea’s first modern trade port under the Treaty of Ganghwa, marking the beginning of international exchange. To handle the growing demand for container cargo, new terminals and the Busan New Port were constructed. Currently, the North Port Redevelopment Project is underway, aiming to reorganize port functions, revitalize the original downtown area, and position Busan as a global maritime hub city.
3 Design Keys
Enhanced Pedestrian Accessibility: A pedestrian deck connects Busan Station to the site, improving walkability from the original downtown and strengthening transportation links.
Improved Connectivity to Surrounding areas: Three pedestrian bridges extend from the waterfront park, and a public walkway connects to the Opera House, ensuring seamless access to adjacent plots.
Maximized Coastal View: By extending the urban axis from the original downtown and the Yeongju Bridge, a wide and open coastal view corridor is secured, creating a clear visual connection from Busan Station to the sea.
The Port of Busan
Yeosu Resort Hotel
July 27, 2020 - March 12, 2021
Yeosu, South Korea
HAEAHN Architecture Team Project
Mass Deisgn, Diagram & Report editing, 3D Development
Arcitecture Design Awards _1st Prize
A premium hotel overlooking the South Sea of Korea, designed with a focus on layouts that maximize ocean panoramas. Nestled next to Yeosu Expo Ocean Park, it offers spectacular views of Odongdo Island.
The lower levels are designed to feature indoor and outdoor spas, a café, an infinity pool, and terraces, creating a seamless connection to the natural beauty of Yeosu’s coastline. The upper levels are divided into two distinctive wings: family-oriented suites with direct access to spa facilities and contemporary rooms featuring outdoor baths, catering to a youthful and vibrant audience. Strategically located near prominent tourist attractions, this hotel aspires to become an iconic landmark in Yeosu.
Work - Produced promotion video, contributing to winning 1st prize - Edited Competition Report - Refined 3D Modeling for Design Development(DD)
I created a creative & humorous video for the annual Design Awards, leading our team to win 1st Prize. Although the project initially lagged in the design category, the video, featuring engaging keywords and internal themes, was uploaded to the company website, securing the majority of votes and earning the top award.
HAEAHN
Individual Work
Material Selection
(Coordination with various finish brands & samples comparison)
Seoul Mapo Residential Mixed-Use Development
September 05, 2022 - April 28, 2023
Mapo District, Seoul, South Korea
HAEAHN Architecture
Team Project
Elevation and Detail Plan Development, Sustainable design Coordination, Diagram & Plan Visualization, Material Selection, Report Editing, Administration Processing
A business hotel with 44 years of history has been reimagined into an iconic mixed-use complex along Mapo Boulevard, marking a new era of urban regeneration. Seamlessly integrating residential, hotel, cultural, and retail spaces, this development introduces a dynamic urban lifestyle where living, dining, and culture converge.
To harmonize with surrounding buildings, the original deep red façade was replaced with a lighter, natural earth-toned palette that reflects the beauty of raw soil. For improved constructability, lower levels (1-6 floors) feature brick masonry, while the tower (7-29 floors) uses brick tile panels. A mix of aluminum and glass finishes lightens the appearance, delivering a modern, refined aesthetic.
Plan & Diagram Visualization, Report Editing
Sound-Proof Studio
March 25 - April 06, 2020
Mapo District, Seoul, South Korea
Sebastian Design Studio
Sound-proof studio
The project involved designing music practice rooms with enhanced sound -proofing performance. Through precise spatial measurements and multiple consultations, I minimized errors, earning positive feedback from the construction team regarding the accuracy and practicality of the design. Having a family member oversee the construction allowed me to manage the project more effectively.
Experiencing the intricate sound-proof construction techniques allowed me to expand the boundaries of my design expertise. Construction spots
Malaysia Kindergarten
Individual Work
Site Analysis
Design Process
Tembeling, Pahang, Malaysia (4°19'22.8"N 102°23’49.2"E) Pahang
Facade can be easily lifted by children and teachers for wind ventilation and sun irradiance. In addition, during rainy seaseons, soft shells can be lowered to prevent rain from entering the hallway space. The soft shell hanged on the south side of the classroom also can be a functional element to provide a pleasant environment, but users can try the facae design. This element of play can increase the intimacy between users and buiings.
The circulation of all users who use the facility are in the front, rear and middle of the building. The front and rear parts offer corridor spaces to avoid the rain throu expanding roofs, and provide buffer zones to keep windows and doors open for ventilation even in rainy days. In addition, the tent roof that connects the classroom and the office building provides a hallway that connects the two spaces and a comfortabl space for children to play below.
Soft Shell - Kinetic Screen
Tent Roof - Courtyard
Floor Plan
Sustainability - Wind
The CFD result is showing the indoor airflow distribution and air velocity magnitude. Based on wind rose analysis using CFD, Southeastward wind is 3.5m/s average speed and the most of classroom areas show a high potential of cross natural ventilation during the dry season.
Sustainability - Solar Radiation
Based on the external solar heat gain analysis results, only small surface area of west and east facade showed relatively high solar heat gain thanks to overhang for the roofs. When it comes to internal solar heat gain analysis, the results showed indoor space showed acceptable thermal conditions as well.
India Malur Community Space
Through a Taekwondo master residing in Bengaluru, India, I had the opportunity to design a small-scale building of approximately 100㎡ in Malur. The project is currently in its pre-construction phase.
Malur, a rural village in India, is home to a small yet closeknit community. However, it lacks a communal space where residents can gather, converse, and share meals. Despite economic constraints and other challenges that have slowed progress, I believe this building, once completed, will serve as a central space for fostering community interaction and engagement.
On-site study - To ensure the design is appropriate for the local environment, I visited nearby construction sites to study structures, materials, and construction methods commonly used in the same climatic and soil conditions.
Structure &Scaffold Column & Girder Stairs Door & Masonry Water blocking
India Mission Work
Date
December 20-31, 2023
December 22, 2022 - January 03, 2023
February 01-24, 2019
Augusut 09-26, 2018
August 10-21, 2016
Site
Institute
Role
Bengaluru, India
FGIAG Center
Led Mission team,
Coordinated with local missionaries,
Managed team resource procurement, Continued financial support
- Organized Independence Day commemorations and sports events in collaboration with local residents
- Visited local schools to lead recreational activities, dance performances and face painting for students - Created large-scale murals
At a school in Malur, it was heartwarming to see the children’s bright smiles and genuine happiness brought by our small acts of service. Two years ago, some of these children were still here, but they have since graduated and moved on to middle and high schools. Although we couldn’t see their familiar faces this time, it brought joy to know that they have grown up healthy and are stepping into the next chapter of their lives. We left Malur with the hope that they are healthy and thriving wherever they are now.
Korean Traditional Dance Performance at the Independence Day Event
Mural Painting for Kindergarten & Taekwondo Center
Recreational Initiatives at Local Schools
Fashion Show with FGIAG members
Philippines Medical Outreach on 5 Islands
August 10-18, 2019
- Visited five underserved islands to provide medical care and essential supplies.
- Led recreational activities like face painting and dance performances.
- Continued financial support after volunteering
While traveling to one of the islands, Caught in a violent storm at sea, I faced a moment of "Is this the end?" and reflected deeply on what life truly means. Also, watching a missionary selflessly serve with genuine love in a foreign land, I realized the true power of "positive influence." Staying with island residents, sharing meals, and sleeping under their roofs, I experienced Filipino culture firsthand—a priceless journey filled with unexpected laughter, curiosity, and moments that opened my eyes to a new world.
China Children's Summer camp
August 07-19, 2017
- Organized and conducted educational activities, including psychological assessments, art classes, and sports events, face painting for children
- Prepared and distributed essential supplies brought from South Korea
- Cleaned and set up all centers for camp activities
Unlike the lively Indian children, I initially struggled to connect with the reserved Chinese children and often felt awkward around them. But over time, they slowly opened their hearts, and I realized how narrow-minded I had been. As we grew closer, I noticed the hidden wounds they carried, and it broke my heart knowing I couldn’t fully ease their pain. When we said our final goodbyes, I left with a heavy heart, hoping they would find happiness in their lives.
Iloilo City, Philippines Nowon World Mission Inc.
China