Dongdaemun Design Plaza
Seoul, South Korea
Dongdaemun Design Plaza

Summary

The first Korean project by Pritzker Prize laureate Zaha Hadid showcases her intricate design and features a highly challenging curved façade design, serving as an early example of her completed complex designs.

  • Utilized digital technology across all disciplines, including structure, architecture, and façade.
  • Produced accurate fabrication and construction data through the use of digital technology.
  • Automated and optimized the design of double-curved façade, resulting in improved production efficiency and cost savings.
  • Increased project efficiency through coordination and decision-making based on digital data.
  • Implemented project management with the application of digital technology.
rePresentative project info

Dongdaemun Design Plaza

Owner

Seoul Design Foundation (Seoul City)

Architect

Zaha Hadid Architects
Samoo A&E

General Contractor

Samsung C&T Co.

Facade Contractor
Project Duration

April 2009 - March 2014

Opening Date
Area

86,574 m2 (GFA)
B3F - 4F

Program

Mixed-use Cultural Complex

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