mesh membrane facades enfold archiworkshop's sinsa S8 commercial building in seoul

mesh membrane facades enfold archiworkshop's sinsa S8 commercial building in seoul

Sinsa S8 breathes new life into the urban scenery of Garosu-gil

 

The Sinsa S8 project by ArchiWorkshop, situated in the vibrant Garosu-gil area of Sinsa-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, introduces a novel architectural concept that harmonizes commercial activity with innovative design. This low-rise, densely packed neighborhood is enriched by Sinsa S8’s fresh architectural voice, seamlessly integrating with its surroundings.

 

A defining feature of Sinsa S8 is its mesh facade, which imparts a sense of mass while blending with the urban environment. This design element allows the building to be softly illuminated, establishing it as a new landmark on Garosu-gil. The ground floor, designed with an open space and courtyard, invigorates city life by inviting vibrancy and interaction into the area. Above the second floor, the building employs a membrane facade, which defines the building’s boundaries while fostering interaction between the interior and exterior through its semi-translucent properties. This approach enhances the building’s visual appeal and functional integration with its surroundings.

mesh membrane facades enfold archiworkshop's sinsa S8 commercial building in seoul
all images courtesy of ArchiWorkshop

 

 

ArchiWorkshop’s Progressive Sinsa S8 Reimagines Urban Spaces

 

Sinsa S8 transcends typical commercial architecture, offering a progressive interpretation of urban design in Sinsa-dong. By combining the mesh and membrane facades, the project achieves a harmonious balance within the urban context, reinterpreting commercial spaces with distinctive design elements.

 

The project by design practice ArchiWorkshop explores the potential of architecture to enhance urban life, suggesting a new direction for contemporary urban planning. Sinsa S8 strengthens the connection with the local community through innovative design and urban interaction, contributing to a sustainable and vibrant urban environment. By proposing a new landscape for Garosu-gil, Sinsa S8 breathes new life and interpretation into the urban scenery, adding a distinctive architectural voice to the area. This project exemplifies how thoughtful design can transform urban life and positively impact the local community.

mesh membrane facades enfold archiworkshop's sinsa S8 commercial building in seoul
Sinsa S8 by ArchiWorkshop introduces innovative design to Garosu-gil in Sinsa-dong, Seoul

mesh membrane facades enfold archiworkshop's sinsa S8 commercial building in seoul
the project harmonizes commercial activity with fresh architectural concepts

mesh membrane facades enfold archiworkshop's sinsa S8 commercial building in seoul
Sinsa S8 enriches the densely packed neighborhood with a new architectural voice

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the mesh facade imparts a sense of mass while blending with the urban environment

mesh membrane facades enfold archiworkshop's sinsa S8 commercial building in seoul
soft illumination from the mesh facade establishes Sinsa S8 as a new Garosu-gil landmark

mesh membrane facades enfold archiworkshop's sinsa S8 commercial building in seoul
semi-translucent properties of the membrane facade enhance visual appeal and integration

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combining mesh and membrane facades creates a harmonious urban balance

mesh membrane facades enfold archiworkshop's sinsa S8 commercial building in seoul
above the second floor, a membrane facade fosters interaction between interior and exterior

mesh membrane facades enfold archiworkshop's sinsa S8 commercial building in seoul
Sinsa S8 transcends typical commercial architecture with a progressive urban design

mesh membrane facades enfold archiworkshop's sinsa S8 commercial building in seoul
the design strengthens community connections through urban interaction

 

project info:

 

name: Sinsa S8

architect: ArchiWorkshop@archiworkshop_official 

lead designers: Hee-Jun SIM, Su-Jeong PARK

location: Garosu-gil, Sinsa-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, South Korea

 

 

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edited by: christina vergopoulou | designboom

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