| Title |
A Study on the Correlation between Architectural Permit Requirements and Design Process of the Korean Pavilion at the Venice Biennale |
| DOI |
https://doi.org/10.5659/JAIK.2025.41.5.197 |
| Keywords |
Korean pavilion; Venice Biennale; Permit requirements; Design process |
| Abstract |
The Korean Pavilion at the Venice Biennale, completed in 1995 through collaboration between the Korean government and Venice authorities,
was co-designed by Korean architect Seok-Chul Kim and Italian architect Franco Mancuso. Celebrating its 30th anniversary this year, the
pavilion is distinguished by its unconventional form, which deviates from typical exhibition hall standards due to the unique environmental
and institutional constraints of its site. This research examines the specific conditions that influenced the architectural design of the pavilion
and analyzes how these challenges were addressed throughout the design process. Based on materials generated during the design and
decision-making process, this study demonstrates that the Korean Pavilion’s design was not merely the pursuit of an unconventional form, but
rather a thoughtful response to highly specific natural and historical environmental conditions that required rigorous preservation. Furthermore,
the findings confirm that the two designers not only successfully resolved these constraints through architectural means but also established an
active dialogue between the building and its surrounding environment. |