A-Building / LIFE ArchitectsSave this picture! Kyungsub ShinArchitects: LIFE ArchitectsAreaArea of this architecture projectArea:356 mYearCompletion year of this architecture project Year: 2021 PhotographsPhotographs:Kyungsub Shin Lead Architects: Jeeyoung Han, Sooyong Hwang More SpecsLess SpecsSave this picture!Text description provided by the architects. A-Building explores the architectural possibilities of acute-angled sites by reflecting the sharp geometry of the land onto its faade. This design approach creates fragmented in-between spaces that express the building's internal programs and establish connections with the surrounding urban fabric.Save this picture!Save this picture!Located in Sungsudong 1, the building is a neighborhood living facility comprising one basement level and ten floors above ground. While the site area is suitable for constructing a small-scale building, its irregular acute-angled shape posed a significant design challenge. The primary goal was to maximize the site's efficiency while addressing the client's desire for a functional and effective use of the unique plot.Save this picture!Save this picture!With a floor area ratio of 400%, parking presented a critical issue. To resolve this, various mechanical parking systems were analyzed to find the optimal solution. By redesigning the original CIP (Cast In Place Pile) layout, additional width was secured to accommodate parking. The parking entrance, whimsically referred to as the "Boa Snake," seemingly consumes vehicles, leading to a functional sequence of ramps and stair landings that integrate parking with the first-floor space. This floor, currently used as a showroom for a fashion company and a venue for pop-up events, demonstrates a creative adaptation of spatial constraints.Save this picture!The acute angles of the site, while visually striking, could have resulted in unusable interior spaces. Extending the faade to align with these angles not only emphasized the building's dynamic form but also provided a rational solution that balanced aesthetics with functionality. Positioned strategically, the building offers urban views that reflect the passage of time, reinforcing its connection to the cityscape.Save this picture!Save this picture!The faade design employs vertical and horizontal elements that follow the site's diagonal geometry and the alignment of adjacent roads. The interplay of depth and shadow creates a dynamic faade that shifts in appearance throughout the day, offering a unique visual experience depending on the time and angle of observation.Save this picture!Laminated ceramic tiles were chosen for their ability to cover large areas with a single, seamless layer. This material not only enhances the faade's sleek aesthetic but also adds texture and character, especially when juxtaposed with the floor heights.Save this picture!Prior to construction, part of the site was encroached upon by adjacent roads. To minimize disruption, the stair faade and columns were carefully adjusted, with portions of the faade removed to improve accessibility. Structural integrity was maintained by suspending the staircases using tension rods, resulting in a seamless and functional integration of urban and architectural elements. Project gallerySee allShow lessProject locationAddress:Seongdong-gu, South KoreaLocation to be used only as a reference. It could indicate city/country but not exact address.About this officePublished on January 10, 2025Cite: "A-Building / LIFE Architects" 10 Jan 2025. ArchDaily. Accessed . <https://www.archdaily.com/1025381/a-building-life-architects&gt ISSN 0719-8884Save!ArchDaily?You've started following your first account!Did you know?You'll now receive updates based on what you follow! Personalize your stream and start following your favorite authors, offices and users.Go to my stream