Ganjeollu
Selected in Architectural design
Ganjeollu is a pavilion at Ganjeolgot, Ulsan's easternmost point, where Korea’s first sunrise meets the sea. Inspired by the traditional nu-gak (elevated pavilion), it combines public utility with a contemplative space for viewing nature. The design follows the site’s slope and curves, creating an open structure integrating wind, light, and views. Seventeen rotating timber sections form a roof shifting from angles to arcs, echoing the land’s flow from mountain to bay. A color system from Ganjeolgot’s sunrise reinforces its identity, making Ganjeollu a landmark linking nature/tradition/design.
Participant category: Individual professional
Company name: University of Ulsan, Studio Kwan
Country: South Korea
Location: Ulju-gun, Ulsan, Republic of Korea
Client: Uljugun County Office
Team: Jisun Kim, Jimin Heo, Jeonghwan Hwang, Seokwon Kim
Edition: 2026
Project status: Realised
Website: https://www.kimbeomkwan.com/