Competition

International Design Competition for Incheon Geomdan Museum

Library Cultural Complex

Introduction

Incheon is a city located in the northwest region of South Korea. It is the third most populous city in South Korea, with a population of approximately 3 million people. Incheon is a major transportation hub, with the Incheon International Airport serving as one of the busiest airports in the world. The city is also home to the Port of Incheon, which is a major seaport in the region. Incheon is known for its cultural and historical sites, including the Incheon Chinatown, the Incheon Grand Park, and the Incheon Bridge. The city also has a thriving arts scene, with numerous museums, galleries, and performance venues. Incheon is home to 13 international organizations, including the Green Climate Fund (GFC). The GCF is a fund established within the framework of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change as an operating entity of the Financial Mechanism to assist developing countries in adaptation and mitigation practices to counter climate change. The site is located in Geomdan new town.

Design Concepts

The inspiration and ideas behind our design come from the traditional Korean architectural concept of simplicity, humility, and harmony with nature and the use of connecting to nurture by TEN SYMBOLS OF LONGEVITY. These symbols come from a universal theme in the Joseon-period visual culture of Korea. these 10 symbols are Mountains, water, clouds, sun, Pine trees, turtles, dear, cranes, peaches, and herbs of eternal youth.

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