SAMOO plans IBS headquarters in korea with circular pathway

SAMOO plans IBS headquarters in korea with circular pathway
all images courtesy of SAMOO

korean architecture office SAMOO has been chosen to complete the first phase of a vast development in daejeon that will become a global hub for the studies of science. the masterplan, which forms the IBS headquarters, is connected with a pedestrian ring that connects the site’s major buildings.

at the center of the plan, a public plaza provides an open space that enables and encourages communication and interaction. in addition, cultural facilities – including restaurants and convention centers – are located nearby. the scheme has been shaped in accordance to simulations that took into account solar radiation and natural wind paths. integrated vertical louvers across the proposed façades provide adequate shading, while indoor atria encourage natural ventilation.

the site will become a global hub for the studies of science

the IBS headquarters, is connected with a pedestrian ring that connects the site’s major buildings

 public plaza provides an open space that enables and encourages communication and interaction

cultural facilities – including restaurants and convention centers – are located nearby

integrated vertical louvers across the façade provide adequate shading

one of the site’s entrance points

aerial view of the 106,592 square meter development

project info:

architect: SMAOO architects & engineers
location: daejeon, korea
year: 2014
total floor area: 106,592 sqm
floors: 7 storeys and 1 basement
collaboration: HAEAHN architecture, HHM architects & engineers