Established in 2017, the Seoul Biennale of Architecture and Urbanism explores the diverse challenges arising from rapid urban growth through the lens of architecture and urbanism. With a focus on Seoul and other global cities, the Biennale seeks to address pressing urban issues and propose innovative solutions. The Biennale features Thematic Exhibitions centered on a specific theme, Guest Cities Exhibition showcasing pioneering public projects from around the globe, and On-site Projects that bring the theme to life. Additionally, the Biennale directs participatory programs such as Global Studios and educational workshops, providing a collaborative space where experts, government agencies, and members of the community can all come together to envision the future of Seoul.
Authors
Seoul Biennale of Architecture and Urbanism
서울도시건축비엔날레
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She earned her master’s degree in Visual Communication Design from the Department of Visual Design at Hongik University and the Graduate School of Art and Design at the University of Tsukuba. She is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Human Environmental Design at the Graduate School of Natural Science at Chiba University. She is a member of the Korea Package Design Association, VIDAK (Visual Information Design Association of Korea), and the Korean Society of Basic Design & Art. Her research …
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Kim Min-jung
She has worked as an editor for various magazines from Casa Living to the monthly Design . She loves the eclecticism of magazines, is interested in how to translate design into language, and specializes in planning and creating content. She is currently the editor-in-chief of C , a magazine published by GrandeClip. -
Jeong Min-ju
After studying Industrial Design and International Business at Carnegie Mellon University, she worked as a product designer, participating in projects for medical devices and various consumer electronics. She later earned a master’s degree in Design and Branding Strategy from Brunel University. Recently, her focus has shifted to research on platform strategy and service design. -
Lee Suk-woo
Lee Suk-woo graduated from Hongik University, worked for Samsung Electronics in South Korea, Fuse Project and Teague in the US, and acted as a global creative leader and chief designer at Google-Motorola, Korea. Following the establishment of the industrial design office SWNA in 2011, he established his own object brand, The Liberal Office. In 2015, he was selected as one of the top 10 Global Design Studios in the design concept category at the Red Dot Awards and received the Minister of Trade, … -
Josh A. Halstead
Josh Halstead is an epistemic activist working at the intersection of critical disability studies, design pedagogy, and community organizing. A recognized contributor to disability design discourse, they seek to unsettle and rupture normative systems of thought by centering marginalized perspectives. Halstead has been an invited lecturer in academic and industry settings—from Stanford to Google—and is co-author of the forthcoming book Extra Bold: A Feminist, Inclusive, Anti-Racist, Non-Binary … -
Park Chang-hyun
Based in Seoul, this architect designs architecture, spaces, and furniture. In 2013, they founded AROUND Architects, focusing on the social perspective of architecture. Their work spatially proposes connections between people in shared spaces and between buildings to foster neighborhood connectivity. Recent completed projects include the Third Place series of multi-family housing and the Jeongbalsan House. From 2002 to 2018, they taught architecture at Kyonggi University and Korea University. … -
Yoo Da-mi
She has worked as an editor for online and offline media, including Elion , Design Monthly , 1.5°C , and East . She is interested in stories about art, design, climate and environment, cities and spaces, and ways of life. She is currently the editor of C , a magazine published by GrandeClip. -
Charles Wallschlaeger
In his long tenure at The Ohio State University (OSU), Charles A. Charles Wallschlaeger was instrumental in creating one of the first full-scale industrial design departments at the university level. In more than 30 years there – including 19 as department chair, Charles influenced countless students and design educators. -
Leslie Xia
Leslie Xia is a queer Chinese American art director. They studied graphic design at the Maryland Institute College of Art and have worked for companies like the Foundry at Meredith, Men’s Health , VICE News, and Fast Company . Their personal work focuses on race, gender identity, and social justice. -
Takaoka Masao
Born in Tokyo in 1957, Mr. Takaoka is the President of Kazui Kobo, a limited company. After graduating from Kokugakuin University’s Law Department, he joined his father, Takaoka Juzo’s company, Kazui Kobo, and has been in his current position since 1995.He learned Latin alphabet typesetting and typography from his father. From 1999-2001, he served as an advisor to printing museums and workshops and gave lectures and talks on Latin alphabet typesetting, typography, and corporate … -
Han Jin-yeong
Graduated from the Department of English Language and Literature at Chonnam National University and spent nearly a decade working in publishing, creating books. Later transitioned to a full-time career as a translator. Notable translations include How to Write a Life , Living a Life of Writing , Seeking Meaning Outside Religion , The Bonobo’s House , People Skills , The Boy Who Lost His Shoes , and Diagrams: The Art of Organizing Thoughts . -
Emil Ruder
He was born in Zurich in 1914. After primary and secondary school in Zurich and vocational training as a caterer, he studied in Paris and earned a degree in French at the Cercle Commercial Suisse de Paris. He then worked as a commercial printer at a Zurich publishing house. He attended a weekly course in typesetting and letterpress at the Kunstgewerbeschule Zürich, where he learned typography from Alfred Willimann (1900-1957) and Walter Käh (1901-1970). In 1942 he was appointed permanent …