Episode Shinchon Campus Ụlọ Obibi A Na-ekekọrịta by Sk D&d

Episode Shinchon Campus Ụlọ Obibi A Na-ekekọrịta by Sk D&d is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 Ihe Nrite A' Design Award nke Ọlaọcha in Nhazi Ime Ụlọ na Ngosipụta Competition Category.

ỌlaọchaIme Ụlọ· 2026

Episode Shinchon Campus Ụlọ Obibi A Na-ekekọrịta

by Sk D&d

Client: Episode

Ihe Nrite A' Design Award nke Ọlaọcha Winner in Ime Ụlọ Category

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The Design

About Episode Shinchon Campus Ụlọ Obibi A Na-ekekọrịta

Episode Shinchon Campus bụ ụlọ obibi a na-ekekọrịta nke dị na mpaghara Shinchon nke Seoul, South Korea, dị nso na mahadum anọ ndị bụ isi. Ụlọ ahụ nwere ala iri na ise na ọnụ ụlọ obibi 393, sitere na ọnụ ụlọ ndị dị obere nke mita skweya 8.6 ruo na ọnụ ụlọ ndị buru ibu nke mita skweya 42.8. E nyere akụrụngwa ọha iri na abụọ, gụnyere ebe ọrụ a na-ekekọrịta, ụlọ egwu, ebe isi nri na izu ike, ebe ntachi anya, ebe izu ike na ụlọ ịsa akwa. Ikpo okwu dijitalụ na-achịkwa ndoputa nke ebe a na-ekekọrịta. Nhazi ahụ na-ejikọta ọnụ ụlọ nkeonwe na ebe mmekọrịta obodo.

The Recognition

About the Ihe Nrite A' Design Award nke Ọlaọcha

Episode Shinchon Campus Ụlọ Obibi A Na-ekekọrịta meriri A' Design Award nke Ọlaọcha, nnabata dị oke ugwu e nyere design ndị dị n'ọkwa kachasị elu, mara mma ma na-eju anya. Ndị meriri na Ọlaọcha bụ ọrụ na-egbu maramara nke ukwuu ma dị oke nzụlite nke na-egosi ọmarịcha ihe ọmụma, talent na nghọta nke ndị designer ha. A na-atụ anya na Episode Shinchon Campus Ụlọ Obibi A Na-ekekọrịta ga-abụ ọrụ dị ịtụnanya, ihe nlereanya, nke dị oke ọrụ ma dị omimi n'ihe ọhụrụ. Design a meriri A' Design Award nke Ọlaọcha bụ ihe e mepụtara dị oke ịrịba ama, nke a na-eto nke na-erite uru ma na-ebuga oke nka, sayensị, design na teknụzụ n'ihu. Episode Shinchon Campus Ụlọ Obibi A Na-ekekọrịta bụ ihe e kere eke ọtụtụ ndị na-ekwo ekworo ya nke na-akpali ọchịchọ, na-eweta mmetụta ọma ma na-akpali ịtụnanya.

Behind the Design

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

Unique Properties: EPISODE SHINCHON CAMPUS addresses urban housing challenges through innovative community-centered design. Located in Seoul's Shinchon district near four major universities, this share-housing facility accommodates 393 residents across diverse living configurations. 12 specialized communal facilities including co-working spaces, music studios, and cooking lounges transform traditional housing concepts into collaborative living environments. The design balances privacy with community connection
Dimensions & Packaging: The total facility spans 15 floors accommodating 393 residential units. Five unit types include Compact Type (170 units, 8.6 to 9.8 square meters), Community Type (100 units with shared living areas), Studio Type (82 units), Alpha Type (36 units, 42.8 square meters), and additional specialized configurations. Twelve communal facilities include co-working spaces, music studios, cooking lounges, gathering spaces, focus areas, relaxation zones, and laundry facilities.
Tags: Share Housing, University District, Community Living, Seoul Shinchon, Young Adults, Collaborative Spaces, Urban Housing, Student Accommodation, Social Innovation, Communal Facilities
Production Technology: Contemporary construction methods enable flexible residential configurations from compact 8.6 square meters spaces to larger 42.8 square meters units. Sustainable building systems and energy-efficient technologies support community living while minimizing environmental impact. Digital infrastructure facilitates space booking and community management. Modern materials and construction techniques ensure durability and resident comfort throughout the building lifecycle.
Design Challenge: Primary design challenge involved balancing individual privacy needs with community-building objectives in dense urban context. Creating meaningful social spaces without compromising personal autonomy required careful spatial programming. Integrating diverse living preferences within unified community concept demanded innovative design solutions. Cultural considerations for Korean living preferences influenced community space design and
Research: Comprehensive UX research involving university students identified critical housing needs and social interaction patterns in shared living environments. UX specialists conducted extensive analysis of roommate compatibility factors, focusing on lifestyle preferences, personal habits, and conflict resolution mechanisms. This research informed development of sophisticated matching algorithms that consider personality traits, daily routines, and communication styles to optimize roommate pairings. User experience design methodology guided spatial programming of communal facilities, ensuring intuitive navigation and natural social interaction flows. Post-occupancy evaluation validates UX-driven design decisions through measurable improvements in resident satisfaction and community formation within shared living
Inspiration: Episode Shinchon Campus addresses urban housing challenges through innovative community-centered design. Located in the Shinchon district of Seoul near four major universities, this shared housing facility accommodates 393 residents across diverse living configurations. Twelve specialized communal facilities, including co-working spaces, music studios, and cooking lounges, transform traditional housing concepts into collaborative living environments. The design effectively balances individual privacy with community connection.
Project Duration: The project commenced development in December 2019 in Seoul, South Korea, with investment decision and initial planning phases. Architectural design development proceeded through 2020-2021, with construction permit approval obtained in February 2021. Construction began in April 2025 and is scheduled for completion with Grand Opening in July 2025. The facility is located in Seoul's Shinchon district, strategically positioned adjacent to four major universities including Yonsei University and Ewha Womans University.
Operation Flow: Residents enjoy private rooms while accessing twelve specialized communal facilities designed for natural community interaction. Shared spaces include study areas, music studios, cooking facilities, and relaxation zones enabling organic social connections. Digital platform manages facility booking and community programming. Design promotes independent living while fostering meaningful relationships through thoughtfully programmed shared
Patents: Copyrights belong to SK D&D, 2025
Team Members: Creative Director: Shin Joonghee
UX Researcher: Lee Seungjun
Space Designer: Park Haeyun
Space Designer: Kang Siyoung
Brand Designer: Seok Jaegyeong
Interior Designer: Seo Donghan
Interior Designer: Kim Kwanhyun
Interior Designer: Nam Hyunju
Interior Designer: Lee Eunjeong
Image Credits: Image #1: SK D&D, EPISODE SHINCHON CAMPUS
Image #2: SK D&D, EPISODE SHINCHON CAMPUS
Image #3: SK D&D, EPISODE SHINCHON CAMPUS
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Image #5: SK D&D, EPISODE SHINCHON CAMPUS