Halina Steiner (Landscape), Phu Hoang (Architecture)

Hallyuwood Bridge

 

The term "Hallyuwood" blends "hallyu," or Korean wave, representing global Korean culture, with "Hollywood." Our Hallyuwood Bridge project focuses on enriching South Korea's filmmaking culture. Three key themes run through the bridge: film culture, indoor/outdoor integration, and material reuse. Through landscape and architecture, our bridge aids Seoul's independent film industry, offering spaces for growth and education. Blurring indoor-outdoor boundaries, it fosters learning for filmmakers and engages the Seoul community. Vertical and horizontal strategies unite to accommodate the community, students, and professionals. Emphasizing pedestrian use, the bridge will stay vital for a century, regardless of transportation advances.

 

x-object Field

 

South Korean culture resembles a tranquil still life, akin to Mundbangdo Paintings ？ a traditional art depicting cultural items from diverse angles on flat surfaces. Contemporary K-pop choreography mirrors this, portraying a connection between the viewer and the subject. Reflecting these concepts, a bridge is crafted to lead people through various x-objects, unveiling diverse outlooks. This bridge is a still life, with its paths revealing x-object shifts, forming a larger field. Architecture is shaped by the same principle, transitioning from circular forms atop to an orthogonal layout below, housing studios, galleries, and living spaces. This architectural journey culminates in an outdoor arena, the bridge's pivot, framing group-oriented stages ideal for appreciating K-pop choreography's composition. Seoul's community explores this dynamic scene, witnessing cityscapes, river, and bridge x-objects transforming between unity and diversity. This ever-evolving x-object field symbolizes a shared community's enduring legacy.

 

The Oasis Project

 

Project Oasis envisions a self-sustaining Korean artist community on a novel landscape bridge. Inspired by Seoul's historic neighbourhoods, the community thrives on organic growth, fostering unique spatial relationships. Three courtyards anchor the design, housing artist lofts and studios. A central corridor integrates pedestrian trails, bike lanes, and a light rail, connecting the bridge's ends and the city. Alongside, an exhibition hall, art gallery, workshops, food hall, and commercial spaces enrich the community.

The bridge's topography mirrors a river watershed, paying homage to the Han River. Rolling hills flow through the courtyards, offering relaxation spots. Protective tree-lined hills shield loft residences from harsh winds while encouraging communal engagement. Recycled materials, like brick veneer from old Hyundai apartments, form the aesthetic focal point, connecting with Korean architecture. Wood framing references traditional Korean construction, flooding loft units with natural light and fresh air, fostering creativity and community.

 

The Overflow

 

South Korea's history is intertwined with the Han River. As the city grew, the river shifted from recreation to industrial expansion. Efforts to control the floodplain and limited interest in volatile land left lively banks as residue at the edges of city initiatives. We argue for embracing volatility for design. Our proposal, The Overflow Cultural Bridge, reconnects citizens and water through elevated landscapes, bypassing Han’s banks. The bridge's fluid design guides circulation, with cut-outs showing erosion, offering intrigue. Rainwater collection on the bridge surface supports new systems, supplying water features. A northern spa reimagines water interaction. Water's dual role as recreation and production, and susceptibility to change, alter user experiences across the project.

 

Seoul Sculpture Park

 

The future of mobility will globally shift from personal vehicles to sustainable public and personal transport, freeing road space for urban green areas. Seoul, a megacity nearing 10 million residents, must seize this trend for more green space. This site initiates a green space network linking Seoul to its surroundings. Envisioned as a sculpture park, it merges art, architecture, and nature, featuring a restaurant, gallery, lab, auditorium, and more. Circulation is integral, with paths, a bus-rapid-transit system, and buildings integrated into the landscape. Material reuse is vital, with reclaimed glass windows and repurposed concrete. Seoul Sculpture Park aims to unite art, architecture, and nature, strengthening city-landscape bonds.

 

Professor: Halina Steiner (Landscape), Phu Hoang (Architecture)

 

Students: Trevin Stewart, Chris Wright, Hannah Repasky, Sabrina Hooker

 

Students: Andi Moore, Sarah Scotchie, Varun Gulavane, Saeed Alhusaiki

 

Students: Jake Henderson, Marie-Lou Moulanier, Harrison Garden, Kangni Chen, Ruining Qian

 

Students: Jake Henderson, Marie-Lou Moulanier, Harrison Garden, Kangni Chen, Ruining Qian

 

Students: Landscape; Kevin Chen, Saeed Piracha. Architecture; Lilly Pelletier, Qiannan Wang？