Seoul National University Girls Middle School Development
The project concerns The Seoul National University Girls Middle School, a secondary institution located in the heart of Seoul. As part of an ongoing reflection on the evolution of the educational environment. At the request of the school's leadership, we developed a targeted proposal to transform selected interior and exterior spaces across the campus.The objective was to make these spaces more functional and accessible, while respecting the architectural character and identity of the school.
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서울사대부여중 학교공간혁신 조성사업 2단계-야외마당
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Seoul, South-Korea
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서울대학교 부설학교진흥원
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A Strategic Diagnostic
Twelve spaces were selected for this spatial renewal, spread across five different buildings and several outdoor areas. From corridors and stairwells to open structures, these underused spaces were given a second life. Each intervention was designed to breathe new life into the site and restore meaning to everyday spaces.
The Design Approach
Before starting the design process, we rely on three fundamental principles. First, we honor the history of the site through the materials used, their forms, and their symbolic references. Second, we design according to the needs of students, teachers, and staff. Third, we create emotional resonance through light, transparency, texture, and rhythm. To do so, we implemented micro-architectural interventions, custom-made furniture, visual elements, and landscape features, each rooted in the cultural and spatial identity of the school.
The Main Feature
The central element of our proposal is the transformation of the pergola located in the school courtyard. Previously unused due to safety concerns, it has been reimagined as a multifunctional third space, serving both as an open-air classroom and a quiet spot for contemplation. Inspired by Philip Johnson’s Glass House and Erika Hock’s Cineorama, we designed a discreet and adaptable pavilion that integrates naturally into the school courtyard.
A Long-Term Vision
Rather than a single large-scale intervention, we proposed a phased approach based on minimal changes with maximum impact. Each intervention contributes to a tangible improvement in students' daily experience while preserving the existing architecture. The result is an aesthetic and sustainable transformation that allows the past and future to coexist within the same environment.
