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Olive Young Seongsu Yeonbang, Olive Young, 2024.9.20Interior

Olive Young commissioned us to design a new store at Seongsu Yeonbang, seeking a fresh aesthetic that aligns with the unique vibe of Seongsu-dong. We focused on creating a cohesive design that maximizes depth and visual appeal, overcoming the challenge of arranging diverse cosmetic products in a corridor-like space. The final design blends Seongsu's character with Olive Young's new direction, offering customers an engaging and visually rich experience.

Space Time Scenarios, SEMA, 2024.4.4Exibition

The Seoul Museum of Art has chosen "architecture" as the theme for its 2024 exhibition agenda, coinciding with significant institutional changes like the opening of a new branch and the renovation of the Seosomun Main Branch. The exhibition "Architecture, Space Time Scenarios" focuses on the concept of "time" within architecture, and we contributed as both designers and artists with a piece titled "Multipurpose Art Gallery." This artwork reimagines the public art museum as a space for communal interaction, blending art appreciation, conversation, and relaxation, while also facilitating dialogues within the art community.

KAKAO AI Campus, KAKAO, 2024.2.1.Interior

We designed the B3 cafeteria, B2 open lounge, and 1F concierge space at KAKAO AI Campus, which serves as both an internal training facility and a venue for various events. KAKAO requested a design that would continuously adapt to various purposes, unlike other spaces. They emphasized the need for a flexible design that allows for mobility while accommodating gatherings for meals, conversations, and workshops. We maintained the overall interior atmosphere consistent with KAKAO AI Campus while meticulously designing details such as the area of the open ceiling, placement of walls, and hardware for various functionalities. We distinguished between spaces requiring movable furniture and those requiring fixed installations through workflow analysis. For spaces requiring furniture mobility, we designed sturdy yet easily movable picnic tables and ensured that planters placed intermittently could also be relocated as needed. In spaces with fixed furniture, we ensured that even though the furniture was stationary, it appeared as lightweight as movable furniture. We designed the depth, width, spacing of built-in seating, and the depth of tables based on comprehensive surveys of KAKAO employees, ensuring that even employees with disabilities could use the space comfortably without any inconvenience.

SUPER MATCHA SUWON, HIT THE TEA, 2024.2.10Interior

SUPER MATCHA, located on the first floor of Suwon Starfield Shopping Mall, provides a serene matcha experience with ample seating and a user-friendly layout. The design, featuring a combination of a semicircle and six squares, efficiently accommodates both customers and staff. Additionally, the brick exteriors symbolize tradition and unity.

ÅLAND SUWON, ÅLAND, 2024.1.30.Interior

In 2024, we designed the ÅLAND space at the newly opened Starfield Suwon branch, overcoming challenges in creating a spacious and effective product display. Combining planes and lines suspended at 1700mm height, akin to clothes hangers, we ensured structural support while introducing variation by twisting elements at a minimum angle of 45 degrees to maintain visual interest.

ÅGOODS Store, ÅLAND, 2023.11.30.Interior

We designed a reusable pop-up store using shelves and hangers with minimal processing. To partition the space, tarpaulin fabric was utilized instead of plywood or gypsum board, enabling it to be reinstalled without disposal or additional materials. The identity of the 'pop-up store' was conveyed through the materiality and exposed hardware.

Lee ShinJa, Threadscapes, MMCA, 2023.9.22.Exhibition

The project aimed to showcase Korean tapestry artist Shinja Lee's works by providing detailed appreciation of both their front and back. A specially designed hanger allowed for harmonious arrangement of various-sized works, utilizing standardized columns and pipes for cost reduction and consistency. Additionally, structural stability was ensured by adding a bottom pipe, while the radial layout efficiently accommodated the pieces, even wrapping a 30m-wide piece around a circular elevator box.

THE 4th SEOUL BIENNALE OF ARCHITECTURE AND URBANISM 2023, Seoul Metropolitan Government / ANNEX, 2023.9.1.Exhibition

The 4th 2023 Seoul Urban Architecture Biennale envisioned the city's future in a century, with our role encompassing the design of exhibitions and the development of a recyclable module system. This system, responding to requests from General Manager Byungsoo Cho and the Seoul Metropolitan Government, utilized horizontally connected pipes to facilitate diverse forms, emphasizing flexibility over rigidity.

Happier Mart Seongsu, Oh!Lolly Day, 2023.10.5.Interior

Happier Mart, developed by Oh!Lolly day!, is a concept store resembling small yet substantial supermarkets in Korea, with its second branch located in Seongsu following the Pangyo branch. The space features adaptable design elements like perforated plates and channel shelves for easy product display changes, along with a counter designed for seamless communication.

ÅLAND HANAM, ÅLAND, 2023.4.28.Interior

The structure and details of the ALAND Hanam furniture are in the same context as the furniture of the Shibuya branch. Through the return plan, a long internal line is induced so that visitors can check the product on the line.

Visite Privée par François Halard, Piknic, 2023.4.6.Exhibition

The project aimed to encourage repeat visits by utilizing 'Piknic's abundant windows for a well-lit photo exhibition. Photographer Halard's exploration of artists' homes inspired Piknic's layout, featuring multiple display walls for simultaneous photography viewing. This immersive design aims to transport visitors into Halard's perspective.

Kaufman’s First Pop-up Store, Kaufman, 2023.3.1.Exhibition

'KAUFMAN' is a brand that proposes an object by reinterpreting the sentence from the book, film or song introduced in ‘WORKROOM’. We designed lighting by reinterpreting it as a hanger according to the work method of 'KAUFMAN'. The hanger is made of polycarbonate pipe and LED light is inserted inside the pipe. And hardware is designed to hang the structure from the ceiling in a straight shape.

The Postmodern Child, Museum of Contemporary Art Busan, 2022.12.20.Exhibition

This project is for a children's exhibition at the Busan Museum of Contemporary Art. Instead of erecting walls and hanging paintings, we drew inspiration from elements typically found in playgrounds and reinterpreted them, placing these elements in a linear arrangement.

SUPER MATCHA Yongsan, HIT THE TEA, 2022.12.2.Interior

We leveraged our experience planning three Super Matcha pop-up stores to design a unique permanent store using the same structures. The interior, reminiscent of the pop-up stores, features tarpaulin-draped walls and an innovative counter doubling as a worktable.

ÅLAND GOYANG, ÅLAND, 2023.3.1.Interior

The entire space is divided into five chambers, each designated for showcasing products representing a different season of the year. The circular shape of each chamber minimizes discomfort from complex movement lines and conserves space. Additionally, it features a layered display system both inside and outside, similar to the square-shaped Nagoya store.

SUPER MATCHA Popup Store, HIT THE TEA, 2022.7.17.Interior

We received requests to design three pop-up stores and one café fair for 'SUPER MATCHA'. To address the challenge of managing four pop-up stores, we proposed a reusable design solution that allows for scalability based on the store's area, utilizing tarpaulin fabric to divide the space and signs to indicate product categories.

ÅLAND NAGOYA, ÅLAND / adastria co. ltd, 2022.4.25.Interior

'Mozo Wonder City' in Nagoya is a popular spot for students and families, while 'ÅLAND' Nagoya, designed around existing columns, offers a comfortable space for visitors to browse products. The layout includes a repeating pathway bordered by furniture, catering to group visitors.

Orange House, Seanyeol Kim, 2023.1.16.Furniture

We designed furniture for the 'Orange House' by the architecture firm 'ONE-AFTR'. A cabinet, serving as both an audio cabinet and closet, is placed in the center of the space, potentially acting as a wall to separate the bedroom from the living room. The island-type kitchen, crafted from stainless steel, is designed to function as both a dining table and worktop.

2022 Public Design Festival, Korea Craft & Design Foundation, 2022.10.6.Exhibition

I participated in a project for the 'Public Design Festival' in 2022. We proposed methods to ensure equal access to a structure symbolizing sustainable publicity, emphasizing the importance of respecting individual differences in public design solutions.

The Lives of Others2, Kang Joo Sung, 2021.5.12Architecture

The Lives of Others' project, led by designer Kang Joo Sung in Helsinki and Seoul, presents the lives of 18 creators through their spaces and essays. Reflecting on personal aspirations, I designed a unique home for myself, my wife, and our animals, documented through drawings and writings.

ÅLAND Osaka, ÅLAND, ADASTRIA, 2022.10.16.Interior

Recognizing the desire of Koreans for an authentic experience of Japanese tradition and urban life in the Kansai region, 'ÅLAND' designed the Osaka store with a Korean perspective. They incorporated elements such as the red color from the Japanese national flag in the floor carpet and graphics resembling 'ÅLAND''s fish graphics, expressed on the ceiling.

2022 Best Book Design from Republic of Korea, SIBF,Workroom, 2022.6.1.Exhibition

This project involves designing a space to exhibit the most beautiful books in Korea for 2022, with the structure resembling an opened book. Photographer Kyungtae Kim's overscale photos of the works were transformed into a 2,700mm high lightbox, magnifying them into objects in line with the photographer's vision.

Uncommercial, ILMIN MUSEUM OF ART, 2022.6.12.Exhibition

<UNCOMMERCIAL: Korean Commercial Photography, After 1984> is an exhibition that illuminates the distinctive style of commercial photography in Korea since the 1980s, a period marked by rapid economic growth, and contemplates the process of change. We incorporated conspicuous elements, such as round walls, to represent the structure and ambiance of the 80s.

Art Delivery, MMCA, 2022.8.24Exhibition

"Delivery in Art" exhibition explores modern society's "delivery" culture through art, connecting it with various aspects of contemporary art. Divided into three parts, it examines MMCA's role, showcases major artists like Marcel Duchamp, and offers a new interpretation of "delivery" through contemporary works, aiming to highlight artistic connections with society and engage visitors as active participants.

AMOREPACIFIC Story Garden, Amorepacific, 2022.5.25Exhibition

This project aims to repurpose an empty space within the Amore Pacific plant into an educational exhibition area, showcasing the company's manufacturing machinery and history. It utilizes bolt and nut connections for flexibility and features interactive exhibits on different production processes, including domestic and international operations.

Park Rehyun Retrospective: Triple Interpreter, MMCA, 2021.1.26Exhibition

"Park Rehyun, Triple Interpreter" exhibition highlights the life and art of Park Rehyun, who defied social norms to pursue art. It interprets her experiences through spatial design, incorporating elements from her living space and strategically placing a ramp to enhance interaction with the artwork.

Group Theory, Kim Sung Koo, 2022.1.25Exhibition
is an exhibition that collects design methodologies built by Seulgi & Min, Shinshin, Eunju Hong/Hyung Jae Kim. Considering that printing materials such as posters and books made of various standards should be displayed, a size module of 600x600x400 was designated and combined. Based on this module, the layout was proposed by varying the distance according to the size of the printed material.

BOTTLE BUNKER, LOTTE MART, 2021.12.10Interior

Lotte Mart planned a spacious mega store in 2021 to sell various alcoholic beverages, seeking a design that allows easy product rearrangement and avoids a warehouse feel. Utilizing a modular system, the design accommodated both single-sided and double-sided shelving structures, with wide aisles to accommodate cart traffic and versatile spatial arrangements to maximize space efficiency.

HAPPIER MART Pangyo, Oh!Lollyday, 2022.1.7Interior

The project aimed to modernize department store layouts by improving accessibility without compromising store immersion. Two spacious booths were strategically positioned outside the store to serve multiple functions, including checkout, product inquiries, and housing vending machines and storage facilities.

GARDENING, PIKNIC, 2021.4.24Exhibition

The second-floor space at the PIKNIC exhibition hall was transformed into an archival area for the 'Gardeners' exhibition. Challenges in layout were overcome by drawing inspiration from artist Piet Oudolf's floor plans, resulting in a well-organized space with purposeful divisions and seamless integration.

Seoul International Book Fair 2021, KOREAN PUBLISHERS ASSOCIATION, 2021.9.12Exhibition

When designing the Seoul International Book Fair space, our challenge was to expand within a limited budget. We simplified the design with standardized structures and introduced curved walls to convey the essence of books, addressing the limitations of right-angled walls.

Ancient Chinese Bronze Culture, NATIONAL MUSEUM OF KOREA, 2021.9.16Exhibition

The National Museum of Korea and the Shanghai Museum collaborated to exhibit ancient Chinese bronzes, dating back over 3,300 years, discovered at the Yinxu archaeological site in 1928. The exhibition features three thematic tracks representing different periods of worship, human focus, and a combination of both, with symbolic switches allowing movement between them.

SPINE, JJOKPRESS, 2021.2.6Interior

JJOKPRESS requested a 4,000mm-wide space design for the SPINE bookstore on the 2nd floor of a narrow building, characterized by floor-to-ceiling windows on both walls. To maximize space while preserving window functionality, storage cabinets were placed under the windows and shelves hung under beams, utilizing the existing column and beam structure effectively.

ÅLAND Shibuya, ÅLAND, 2020.11.27Interior

We designed ÅLAND's inaugural branch in Tokyo Shibuya with a unique concept emphasizing an immersive atmosphere and distinct Korean street-style elements. The space features modular structures and ÅLAND's signature colors, offering flexibility for rearrangement to suit the store's evolving needs.

MILLET Classic, MILLET Classic, 2021.4.10.Interior

Hotel Society (Oasis Pool Bar), Seoul Station 284, 2020.1.7Exhibition

Seoul Station 284 hosted the "Hotel Society" exhibition, focusing on hotel themes, collaborating with 'MHTL' for the ambiance of a luxury hotel's swimming pool and cocktail bar. Their design featured a central pillar surrounded by structures resembling steps, creating a resort-like atmosphere with subtle lighting and bar tables arranged around the pillar for serving visitors.

Mark Gonzales Hondae, Barrels, 2019.11.20.Interior

The first Marc Gonzales store, distributed by Barrels, reflects the brand's commitment to street culture through innovative interior design. Despite budget limitations, unconventional materials were used to create a modern, vibrant atmosphere aligned with the brand's philosophy, providing customers with a relaxed and immersive street culture experience.

What Really Matters Reference Room, What Really Matters, 2019.9.25Furniture

WRM's reference room is a creative hub for designers, focusing on books in visual culture, publishing, and humanities. Custom-designed furniture ensures a cohesive and versatile space, doubling as both a small library and a lecture hall, while Tyvek fabric sofa cushions enhance the book-immersive experience.

DUFFEL CENTER, Anteok, 2019.3.8.Interior

The DUFFEL CENTER, a select shop by the Spectator fashion brand in Jangan-dong, Seoul, underwent renovation from an old bathhouse, facing challenges like worn-out slabs and misaligned walls. Despite budget constraints, unconventional methods such as terracotta finishes and selective spotlighting were used. Spectator's vintage American items added character, requiring cohesive design solutions like OSB cabinetry and Tyvek fabric cushions.

The Dream of Modernity: Planting a Flowering Tree, SeMa, 2019.7.2.Exhibition

The Buk Seoul Metropolitan Art Museum hosted an exhibition featuring significant modern and contemporary artworks, diverging from its usual focus on contemporary artists. To honor the aspirations and challenges of modern-era artists, the space was curated meticulously, with raised floors replacing barrier poles to seamlessly integrate with the artworks.

RARERAW Post Standards Collection, RARERAW, 2019.5.16.Furniture

In 2018, the specialized iron furniture brand 'RAREROW' proposed productizing the furniture from our exhibition 'POST HOTEL I'. Alongside this, they suggested developing additional items such as stools, armchairs, room dividers, and modular storage units. They aimed to refine and advance the design from the previous exhibition, ensuring that despite being iron furniture, the products would be comfortable and user-friendly.

2018 Seoul Photo Festival, SEMA, 2018.11.25Exhibition

The '2018 Seoul Photo Festival Brave New World' at Buk Seoul Museum of Art transformed exhibition presentation by constructing three-dimensional walls, offering diversity and depth. Each artist's vision was individually catered to through tailored walls with unique finishing and lighting.

Seoul Focus 2018, SeMa, 2018.7.21.Exhibition

For 'Seoul Focus 2018', I proposed a novel approach to bench design for the park outside Buk Seoul Museum of Art, opting for simple chairs over traditional benches to accommodate Korean sitting habits. Utilizing the shape of pedestrian bollards, we transformed them into versatile seating options, suitable for both prolonged sitting and brief resting.

TJBTCB, Rahee Yoon, TJBTCB, 2017.4.20.Interior

TJBTCB operates as a jewelry shop during the day, emphasizing luxury with meticulous elements. Despite budget constraints, innovative designs allow seamless transition to a wine bar at night, adapting to the space's 'L' shape with adjustable tables.

REVEAT, REVEAT, 2017.12.10.Interior

REVEAT, a French restaurant, seamlessly transitions between day and night, adapting its atmosphere to suit various menus and moods. Utilizing Philips' 'hue' lighting, we created a dynamic ambiance, accentuating the high ceilings with a pipe-like structure while ensuring guest comfort with strategically erected walls.

OLASHACK, AIRMIX, 2017.8.31.Interior

'AIRMIX' is a poke restaurant run by a surfer named 'AIRMIX,' aiming to blend poke food culture with surfing passion. The interior design reflects surfing culture, featuring an outdoor bar area and integrated kitchen, window seats, and indoor bar seats known as 'OLASHACK.'

ENERGY STATION 01, PNK, 2017.8.23.Exhibition

The group exhibition "Energy Station 01" at the historic former Chungnam Provincial Office was CNCITY Energy's inaugural project, aiming to support experimental art and engage local youth. Despite restrictions due to its cultural heritage status, the design integrated existing structures and introduced innovative elements, creating a unique spatial experience.