Yeongdeungpo Youth Space 3
Located in Yeongdeungpo, in the basement of a digital tower in Seoul, this 264 m² project offers young people a dedicated youth space with distinct areas for rest, play, learning and community interaction. The project redefines the youth center as a flexible, inclusive, and healing environment within the urban fabric
Code-Complete
Title-KR
Team
Module
Unit Item
Use
PA190487
영등포청소년자율문화공간 3호점 리모델링
Team-Projects
Life
Welfare
Project Status
Project launch
Design Completed
Construction Begins
Construction Completed
Operation
Location
Site Area
Total Floor Area
Seoul, South-Korea
Budget
Account Name
Team Members
Team Collaborators
Yeongdeungpo-gu
Contents KR
A Place to Be Young
The space is organized into four functional zones designed to support everyday use. The rest zone includes a cozy lounge, a quiet reading corner, soft lighting, and a small attic for retreat. The play zone offers gaming consoles, VR experiences, karaoke booths, and interactive LEGO walls. The meeting zone provides flexible areas for youth clubs and creative workshops, equipped with tablets and digital tools. The support zone features an information desk, staff office, storage, kitchen, and restrooms to ensure smooth daily operation.
Therapy Through Architecture
The design was developed using Archi-Therapy principles, integrating emotional well-being into the spatial experience. Materials, colors and textures were carefully selected to encourage emotional well-being through a thoughtful spatial experience. Each room is defined by a unique character, soft tones and warm materials contribute to a calm and welcoming atmosphere, while textured surfaces like brick, wood, and rubber flooring invite touch and engagement. Elements such as the attic nook, LEGO wall, and layered lighting bring playfulness and sensory richness to the overall experience.
Smart & Sustainable
The project includes modern systems for comfort, efficiency, and durability. Climate control is provided by ceiling-mounted heat pumps and air exchangers. Audio-visual tools, local network access, and acoustic features support various activities. Plumbing and fire safety are discreetly integrated to maintain functionality without visual clutter.
Reimagining Youth Spaces
Yeongdeungpo Youth Space 3 is more than a renovation. It is a social ecosystem shaped by care, creativity, and coexistence. It offers young people the freedom to share moments, express themselves confidently, and imagine a better urban future starting with a single room. It is a place to rest, play, dream, and grow.
