National Library of Korea Data Preservation Center, Pyeongchang, Competition Entry, Concept Architecture Images

The National Library of Korea Data Preservation Center

18 Mar 2022

Design: Ubermensch Design Studio

Location: Pyeongchang, South Korea

National Library of Korea Data Preservation Center

Images: Ubermensch Design Studio

The National Library of Korea Data Preservation Center Building

This design is an adaptive re-use expression of the International Broadcasting Center (IBC), built in 2018 for the PyeongChang Winter Olympics. It is contextually inspired from the prominent lines found in the visual aesthetics of traditional houses found in South Korea called ‘Hanok’ (Korean: 한옥, 韓屋).

National Library of Korea Data Preservation Center

The derived lines reflect in the undulation of the massing and transcend beyond the individual face, to wrap the entire façade and further continue to form the roof trellis system that shelter and frame the design. While the design inspiration is contextual, built form, material and colour palette is contemporary.

National Library of Korea Data Preservation Center

This Design responds to the climatic and geographic parameters of the surrounding, by harnessing wind in the summer to the internal courtyard and blocking out cold winds in the winter. Louvers on the façade filter harsh sun light yet allow thermal heat gain which is desirable during chilly winter days. All scenic vantage points, like waterbody and hills, are framed through large windows, strategically placed.

National Library of Korea Data Preservation Center

National Library of Korea Data Preservation Center – Building Information

Architecture Firm: Ubermensch Design Studio – https://www.udstudio.co.in/
Contact e-mail: [email protected]
Firm Location: Mumbai, India
Is your project a competition entry?: Yes
Competition name: National Library of Korea Data Preservation Center Competition
Competition website: https://competitions.org/2021/05/national-library-of-korea-data-preservation-center-competition/
Will your project be realized?: No
Gross Built Area: 39,247 sqm
Project location: Pyeongchang, South Korea

Lead Architects: Bhavin Kothari
Lead Architects e-mail: [email protected]
Design Team: Isha Girish Pasad

National Library of Korea Data Preservation Center

Renderings credits: Ubermensch Design Studio

Pyeongchang Architecture Competition entry design in South Korea images / information received 180322 from Ubermensch Design Studio

Location: Pyeongchang, South Korea, East Asia

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