Seongdong Smart Shelter Cysgodfan Bysiau by LG Electronics Corporate Design Center

Seongdong Smart Shelter Cysgodfan Bysiau by LG Electronics Corporate Design Center is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 Gwobr Blatinwm A' Design Award in Dodrefn Stryd Competition Category.

PlatinwmDodrefn Stryd· 2025

Seongdong Smart Shelter Cysgodfan Bysiau

by LG Electronics Corporate Design Center

Client: Seongdong-District Office

Gwobr Blatinwm A' Design Award Winner in Dodrefn Stryd Category

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The Design

About Seongdong Smart Shelter Cysgodfan Bysiau

Mae Seongdong Smart Shelter yn gysgodfan bysiau a gynlluniwyd i wneud aros mewn arosfannau ar ochr y ffordd yn fwy diogel ac yn fwy cyfforddus. Mae ochrau gwydr laminedig crwm yn rhoi golygfa ddirwystr o fysiau sy'n agosáu, fel nad oes angen i deithwyr gamu ar y ffordd. Ymhlith y nodweddion diogelwch mae camerâu, botwm argyfwng a synhwyrydd synau anarferol. Mae aerdymheru, diheintio aer a drysau sgrin awtomatig yn gwella cysur. Mae dolen glyw, ardal i gadeiriau olwyn a gwybodaeth sain a gweledol am gyrraedd bysiau yn cynorthwyo teithwyr sydd angen cymorth symudedd. Rheolir yr holl gyfleusterau o bell.

The Recognition

About the Gwobr Blatinwm A' Design Award

Mae Seongdong Smart Shelter Cysgodfan Bysiau yn enillydd Gwobr Blatinwm A' Design Award, cydnabyddiaeth hynod fawreddog a roddir i ddyluniadau gwirioneddol eithriadol, cain a godidog. Mae enillwyr Platinwm yn rhyfeddodau creu, yn dystiolaeth i derfynau creadigrwydd deallusol, ac yn dangos proffesiynoldeb ac athrylith diguro eu dylunwyr. Disgwylir i'r dyluniadau hyn fod y gweithiau enwocaf sydd yn diffinio estheteg oes, yn cyfrannu at les cymdeithas ac yn gwthio ffiniau celf, gwyddoniaeth, dylunio a thechnoleg. Mae Seongdong Smart Shelter Cysgodfan Bysiau yn arddangos lefel drosgynnol o ragoriaeth ac yn gwneud y byd yn lle gwell yn ddiamau gyda'i nodweddion manteisiol a gwerthfawr. Mae Seongdong Smart Shelter Cysgodfan Bysiau yn waith buddugol Gwobr Blatinwm A' Design Award sydd yn deffro dyheadau, yn ysbrydoli, yn cyffroi, yn swyno ac yn cynnau llawenydd mawr.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties: It was made to protect people from extreme conditions/unexpected accidents on the road and the mobility rights for the people who need the mobility assistance. It consists of safety facilities(CCTV, panic button, abnormal sound detector), health facilities(air conditioner, air sterilizer, thermal imaging camera), and facilities for the vulnerable(hearing-loop, wheelchair zone, bus arrival audio&video) remotely controlled by IoT technology, designed to make the waiting-time safe and comfortable.
Dimensions & Packaging: Size: W5,900mm*D2,400mm*H2,800mm, Main structure: 100*100*3.2T SRT275 (anti-rust), Floor finish: GL 2.05 moisture-proof+15T waterproof plywood+mineral decking, Exterior finish: GL 2.0T (anti-rust)+Specified color urethane paint, Glass Frame: W20*H20*2.0T AL, Glass 12T laminated tempered glass: 6T tempered glass+insulation film+6T tempered glass, Exterior/Inner louver: 50*50 composite wood/38*38 jute cedar wood, Auto-opening screen door: W2,400*H2,400*D100 with barrier-free opening&closing system
Tags: Shelter, Bus, Bus Shelter, Station, Smart, Public Transportation, Futuristic
Production Technology: It's a democratic project in which all residents participated, using a Living Lab to organize the necessary functions based on resident participation (Private), LG Electronics provided excellent design support (Industrial), a university composed the music for the shelter (School), and big data was used to select and promote the location (Public). It also incorporated advanced technologies such as an IoT-based remote control system to enable users and administrators to interact with each other.
Design Challenge: When we first introduced the facility, 'Transformed Bus Shelter', the rationale for its installation was not clear so it took time to get the cooperation of related organizations. The budget was secured by being selected for the 'Smart City Creation Project' by the Government. We also received design support from LG Electronics through a business agreement. Difficulties during installation, such as the width of the road and opposition from neighboring stores, were resolved through various ideas.
Research: The research focused on two areas: improving the comfort of shelter users and ensuring safety and sustainability. Externally, the design was modeled after the Seoul Forest, a local icon, and internally, IoT and AI technologies that can respond to users' needs instantly were key to the plan. The installation location was selected based on the results of the living lab (residents' meeting), crime rate statistics for each area in the district, and the number of people getting on and off the bus.
Inspiration: The main goal of bus passengers is to safely and accurately identify and board buses on dangerous roads. Designing the shelter, we realized that passengers, like meerkats, are often checking for bus arrivals and venturing onto dangerous sidewalks. So we made the sides of the shelter with curved glass to ensure an unobstructed view from inside. We also equipped the shelter with essential amenities to make it more than just a bus stop, but a cafe-like space where anyone can relax and take a break.
Project Duration: This project have started from 1. 2019. until 7. 2021. for the medium-sized one. And we’re making the smaller one since 5. 2022(On going). And the locations are bus stops throughout Seongdong District.
Operation Flow: While the main focus of the design was to ensure safe boarding and alighting and to provide accurate bus information, the aftermath of COVID-19 required smarter management. So thermal imaging cameras were installed at the entrance and exit doors.Later, thermal efficiency was improved by installing blinds and coating insulation paper, and a smaller version was invented to be installed on narrower roads. Recently, hearing-loop and AED were installed for the people who need the mobility assistance.
Team Members: LG Electronics Corporate Design Center
MIJU KIM
EP KOREA
Image Credits: Seongdong-District Office, 2024