The 250,000 sf building is located in the newly developed office area, Pangyo, near Seoul, South Korea.  Primarily functioning as a seven story parking garage for both cars and bicycles, the client also sought to provide a vibrant gathering place. With an active retail zone on two levels, one underground, and park like public space in front, the building serves the workers who spend long hours at the office and often decompress in establishments close by before commuting home. The retail base is laid out to organize and integrate the various uses and circulation while bringing the maximum amount of natural light to the lower levels. The final component of the project is a TV studio for production of the NS Home Shopping network on the upper level.
In an attempt to harmonize the distinctive elements, we took inspiration from a wrap dress or skirt. The carefully patterned metal fabric skin thus envelops the garage body and is lifted at the main corners to open up to the retail. The skin is illuminated by LEDs which serve to reinforce the place as a vibrant and active destination.

RESPONSIBILITIES
• Created a scheme with non-conventional metal fabric and convinced the client with a strong presentation about its concept.
• Provided open and bright outdoor shopping experience under parking garage.
• Developed metal fabric installation details and structure systems to achieve high quality construction.
• Produced drawings for SD packages.
• Provided client presentations and led weekly design progress meetings.
• Reviewed construction documents from local architect and provided corrections and directions.
• Performed job site visit and resolved unforeseen problems during construction.