Foster + Partners has opened a new office in Seoul, South Korea’s capital and largest city. The office is located within Samcheong-dong, a vibrant neighbourhood that is characterised by its wide array of artistic and cultural landmarks. An existing three-story building on leafy Samcheong-ro has been transformed into a state-of-the-art workspace, which will support the practice’s ongoing work in the region.
David Summerfield, Head of Studio, Foster + Partners, said: “We are delighted to announce our latest office opening in Seoul. This new location will allow us to develop our presence in South Korea and operate at the very highest level, with additional support and guidance from our local team on the ground. We look forward to welcoming clients to our new space – and strengthening connections across the region.”
The Seoul studio is supporting the development of several major projects in the city, which are currently confidential. The practice has previously completed a number of projects in Seoul, including Apple Myeongdong, which occupies the full width of a city block in the bustling neighbourhood; Hankook Technodome in Daejeon, a 98,000-square-metre research and development facility that attracts the industry’s top talent; and Hankook Technoplex in Pangyo, which reflects Hankook’s development as a global brand and echoes its excellence in engineering.
Magnificent ginkgo trees on Samcheong-ro inject colour into the new office space and change through the seasons. The building features bright and spacious open-plan workspaces, formal meeting rooms, and social areas for employees to enjoy together.
Sekwan Kim, Partner, Foster + Partners, added: “Our new office is in the historic centre of Seoul and only a stone’s throw from some of its most spectacular landmarks – from Gyeongbokgung Palace to the National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art. It is a great privilege to be working at the heart of this inspiring city, which perfectly balances history, art, culture, and cutting-edge innovation.”
