Street view in Seoul with a large modern building featuring a rectangular opening, surrounded by high-rise buildings.

A city street scene in Seoul featuring a large modern building with a distinctive rectangular opening, surrounded by other high-rise buildings.

A large, modern building with a cubic shape and a distinctive rectangular cut-out near the top, located in an urban setting with other buildings and a street in the foreground.
A modern building facade with a grid-like pattern of vertical and horizontal lines, featuring a large, recessed opening at the center. The street in front has cars and a bus passing by.
A modern building with a grid-like facade and a large rectangular opening, partially obscured by tree branches.
A modern building facade with vertical lines and glass windows, partially obscured by a tree in the foreground.
A tall building with a modern design featuring vertical slats and large glass windows, viewed from below with a clear sky in the background.
A modern urban street scene featuring a large, grid-patterned building with a distinctive square cutout in its facade, surrounded by other high-rise buildings.
A modern urban scene featuring a large, rectangular building with a grid-like facade and a prominent cut-out section. The building is surrounded by other high-rise structures. People are walking on the street, and there are trees and streetlights in the foreground.
A street view in Seoul with the Amorepacific Headquarters building in the background. The street is lined with various small shops and cars parked along the sides. Overhead, there are numerous electrical wires and utility poles. People are walking along the street, and the atmosphere appears busy and urban.
A street view in Seoul with the Amorepacific Headquarters building visible in the background, characterized by its modern, grid-like facade and a large rectangular opening. The foreground features a typical urban street scene with utility poles, wires, and various small buildings.
A modern building exterior with vertical louvered facade, large glass windows, and tall concrete columns. The foreground features a landscaped area with bare trees and a pathway.
A modern building exterior with large glass windows and cylindrical columns, adjacent to a landscaped area with bare trees and a sidewalk. Tall skyscrapers are visible in the background.
A modern building with a grid-like facade and a large, recessed central opening featuring a textured ceiling.
A modern building with vertical slats and illuminated edges, located at a street corner with a motorcyclist passing by.
A modern building facade with vertical lines and glass panels, featuring a grid-like pattern with lights visible inside.
A street view of a modern urban area with tall buildings on either side. The building on the left has a grid-like facade with horizontal and vertical lines, while the building on the right features a more curved design with glass windows. The street is lined with bare trees and a few vehicles, including motorcycles, are visible on the road.
A tall, modern building with a grid-like facade, surrounded by bare trees, under a clear sky.
Exterior view of the Amorepacific Headquarters showing a modern facade with vertical slats and large glass windows at street level, with cars and pedestrians in front.
A large, modern building with a distinctive rectangular cutout in the center, illuminated at dusk. The structure features a grid-like facade with many windows. In the foreground, a street scene with pedestrians and smaller buildings is visible.
A modern building with a large rectangular opening, featuring illuminated windows and vertical lines on the facade. Power lines and a utility pole are visible in the foreground.
Interior view of a modern, spacious atrium with multiple levels, featuring escalators, seating areas, and potted plants.
Interior view of a modern building with escalators, large open spaces, and plants.
A modern interior space with a large open atrium featuring a grid-patterned ceiling and a suspended transparent sculpture. The area includes multiple levels with glass railings, escalators, and potted plants. A person walks by in the foreground.
Interior view of a modern building with multiple levels, featuring open spaces, escalators, seating areas, and plants.
A spacious interior view of a modern building with multiple levels, featuring a large atrium. People are gathered on the ground floor, and escalators connect the levels. A large, transparent spherical installation hangs from the ceiling.
Interior of a modern building with multiple levels, featuring escalators, a large spherical sculpture, and potted plants.

Story

A monumental corporate edifice in Seoul, designed by David Chipperfield, harmonizing urban and natural elements. The Amorepacific Headquarters in Seoul, crafted by David Chipperfield Architects, modern corporate architecture. The building's facade is a study in restraint and precision, featuring a grid of large, square windows that punctuate its monolithic form. This design choice offers panoramic views of the cityscape, creating a dialogue between the building and its urban environment. Internally, the structure is organized around a central atrium, which serves as a communal space for employees and visitors alike. This atrium is a verdant oasis, filled with greenery that introduces a sense of tranquility and nature into the heart of the building. The use of natural materials and the integration of open spaces reflect a commitment to sustainability and well-being.

## Design Highlights

Monolithic facade with a grid of large, square windows. Central atrium filled with greenery, promoting a sense of tranquility. Integration of natural materials and open spaces. Maximization of natural light and panoramic city views.

## Key Facts

Key Aspect Detail
Architect David Chipperfield
Location Seoul, South Korea
Year Completed 2026
Building Type Corporate Headquarters
Materials Concrete, glass, natural elements

Technical Summary

Finishes

  • Facade: Grid-like pattern with vertical and horizontal lines.

Materials

  • Glass — Windows and facade elements.
  • Metal — Facade elements including vertical slats.
  • Concrete — Structural columns and facade elements.

Construction / Systems

  • Facade system: Grid-like facade with vertical slats and large glass windows.

Products

  • Not specified

Palette / Lighting

  • Colors: Not specified
  • Lighting: Modern and urban with illuminated windows and edges.

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