Press Release
Silver A' Design Award in Interior Space and Exhibition Design Goes to Episode Shinchon Campus Shared Housing by Sk D&d
The international grand jury of the 2025 - 2026 A' Design Award & Competition recognizes Sk D&d for interior space and exhibition design
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COMO, Italy, April 19, 2026 /DesignNewswire/ A' Design Award & Competition has confirmed the Silver A' Design Award in the Interior Space and Exhibition Design category for Episode Shinchon Campus Shared Housing by Sk D&d, designed for Episode. The result belongs to the 2025 - 2026 A' Design Award & Competition and was determined through blind peer review by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members, who assessed anonymized entries against predetermined criteria.
The Silver A' Design Award Explained
The Silver A' Design Award celebrates top-tier designs that embody excellence and innovation. This award acknowledges creations that are not only aesthetically pleasing but also highly functional, reflecting the designer's deep understanding and skill. Silver A' Design Award recipients are recognized for their contribution to raising industry standards and advancing the practice of design. Their work often incorporates original innovations and elicits a strong emotional response, making a notable impact on the improvement of everyday life.
More About Episode Shinchon Campus Shared Housing
Episode Shinchon Campus is a shared housing facility located in the Shinchon district of Seoul, South Korea, close to four major universities. The building has fifteen floors and 393 residential units, ranging from compact rooms of 8.6 square meters to larger units of 42.8 square meters. Twelve communal facilities are provided, including co-working spaces, music studios, cooking lounges, focus areas, relaxation zones and laundry rooms. A digital platform manages the booking of shared spaces. The layout combines private rooms with areas for community interaction.
Award Record
Sk D&d is a winner of 1 A' Design Award, including this recognition.
About the A' Interior Space, Retail and Exhibition Design Award
The A' Interior Design Award is an international interior design competition recognizing good interior designs by interior designers and architects worldwide. It is organized within the A' Design Award & Competition and is open to interior designers, interior architects, architects and decorators from all countries. Typical entries include residential interiors, restaurants, hotels, offices, galleries and retail stores. The awarded interior designs are published at https://designers.org/design-category/interior
About A' Design Award & Competition
Organized annually since 2008, A' Design Award & Competition is an international, juried design accolade. The competition is open to entries from all countries. The philanthropic mission of the A' Design Award is to advance society through good design, by recognizing and promoting superior products, projects and services that benefit society, and by creating a global awareness and appreciation for good design practices and principles. Nominations are peer reviewed and evaluated anonymously by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members against predetermined criteria such as functionality, ergonomics, engineering, presentation, innovation, usability, sustainability and technology, with score normalization applied to remove biases. Awards are conferred at Platinum, Gold, Silver, Bronze and Iron levels. Eligible laureates receive the A' Design Prize, which includes the award trophy, the certificate of design excellence, the hardcover yearbook, a lifetime license to use the A' Design Award winner logo, exhibition of awarded works, an invitation to the gala night and award ceremony in Italy, inclusion in the World Design Rankings and Designer Rankings, and public relations and publicity services. Registration, uploading a work and receiving a preliminary score are free of charge, and Professional and Digital Edition laureates are not contractually obliged to pay further fees to claim the A' Design Prize. More information is available at https://competition.adesignaward.com
Press Resources
- Winner Page: https://designers.org/176375
- A' Design Award Page: https://competition.adesignaward.com/176375
- Media Showcase: https://www.designnewsroom.com/!176375
- Laureate Profile: https://designers.org/d/373101
- Further Information from the Laureate: https://www.epsd.co.kr/en/
Media Contact
Giulia Ferrari, Press Office
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Fact Sheet
The Work
- Project
- Episode Shinchon Campus Shared Housing
- Function
- Shared Housing
- Category
- Interior Space and Exhibition Design
- Discipline
- Spatial Design
- Industry
- Architecture and Packaging & Retail
- Colors
- Dim Gray, Dark Slate Gray, Black, Gray and Dark Gray
- Images
- 5
- Client
- Episode
The Recognition
- Laureate
- Sk D&d
- Recognition
- Silver A' Design Award
- Edition
- 2025 - 2026
- Design ID
- #176375
Credits
- Team
- Shin Joonghee, Lee Seungjun, Park Haeyun, Kang Siyoung, Seok Jaegyeong, Seo Donghan, Kim Kwanhyun, Nam Hyunju and Lee Eunjeong
- Image Credits
- SK D&D, EPISODE SHINCHON CAMPUS
Design Details
- 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
- 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.
- 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.
- 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
- Realization and 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.
- Operation and Interaction
- 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
- Project Duration and Location
- 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.
- Specifications
- 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.
- Keywords
- Share Housing, University District, Community Living, Seoul Shinchon, Young Adults, Collaborative Spaces, Urban Housing, Student Accommodation, Social Innovation, Communal Facilities
