| Title |
Analyzing the Busan Special Bank Branch in Light of Dual Occupancy and Spatial Arrangements of Colonial Joseon Special Bank Branches During the 1920s and 1930s |
| DOI |
https://doi.org/10.5659/JAIK.2023.39.8.123 |
| Keywords |
Modern; Colony; Joseon; special bank; commercial bank; Joseon bank Shiksan bank; architecture; space; Busan; Korean; Japanese |
| Abstract |
This study focuses on the spatial arrangements and Dual Occupancy of Colonial Joseon Special Bank branches established during the 1920s
and 1930s. It also examines the layouts of the Busan branches of Joseon Bank and Joseon Siksan Bank, both of which were engaged in
commercial banking. These banks integrated working spaces and ancillary areas, placing vaults within the working zones. The working areas
included an office and a rear-positioned vault, allowing abundant front light, that created a positive ambiance for bank staff. Customer
lounges were shaped like 'ㅡ' for spaces under 100 pyeong and 'ㄴ' for larger areas, each featuring two entrances. Regarding the Busan
branches, the Joseon Bank Busan branch constructed three buildings on a narrow plot, while the Joseon Siksan Bank Busan branch was built
on a slope. The working spaces were situated on the ground level, with auxiliary rooms in the basement. The customer lounge featured a
single entrance. These Busan branches were established later than the commercial banks in Busan, leading to a competitive environment
between special banks and commercial banks near Bonjeong (本町). Notably, the spatial layouts of the Busan special bank branch differed
from the ones established during the colonial Joseon era. |