Ktown4u Commercial Space by 21 Gram Co, Ltd. is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 Tuzo ya Fedha ya A' Design Award in Usanifu wa Nafasi za Ndani na Maonyesho Competition Category.
FedhaMambo ya Ndani· 2025
Ktown4u Commercial Space
Client: 21Gram
Tuzo ya Fedha ya A' Design Award Winner in Mambo ya Ndani Category
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About Ktown4u Commercial Space
The Ktown4u Coex store is themed Journey to the New Kpop Universe and represents a space journey toward the Ktown4u planet, the landmark of Kpop. It is a process of traveling freely between stars, getting closer to one's star. The design boldly uses primitive and simple materials such as metal, lighting, and stone spray, while incorporating the geometric meanings of curves and straight lines to express an elemental cosmic space. The movable walls and furniture create various spatial transformations, allowing global fans to have experiences.
The Recognition
About the Tuzo ya Fedha ya A' Design Award
Ktown4u Commercial Space ni mshindi wa Tuzo ya Fedha ya A' Design Award, utambuzi wenye heshima kubwa ya ajabu unaotolewa kwa miundo ya hali ya juu kabisa, ya kupendeza na ya kuvutia. Washindi wa Fedha ni kazi zinazong'aa mno na bunifu kupita kiasi zinazoonyesha utaalamu bora, kipaji na busara ya wabunifu wao. Ktown4u Commercial Space inatarajiwa kuwa kazi nzuri ya kuigwa ambayo ni ya kitaalamu kwa kiasi kikubwa na yenye ubunifu wa kina. Muundo huu ulioshinda Tuzo ya Fedha ya A' Design Award ni uvumbuzi unaojulikana sana na kupendwa, unaonufaisha na kupanua mipaka ya sanaa, sayansi, usanifu na teknolojia. Ktown4u Commercial Space ni kazi inayotamaniwa mno inayochochea hamu, huleta hisia chanya na huzua mshangao na mastaajabu.
Behind the Design
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Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.
- Unique Properties
- Ktown4u, which connects global international fans with kpop artists, offers not only product consumption such as albums, videos, photo content, goods, and events, but also the enjoyment and diverse experiences of cultural content like exhibitions and pop-up stores. The Ktown4u COEX store, themed "Journey to New kpop Universe," portrays the cosmic journey to the Ktown4u planet, the holy land of kpop.
- Dimensions & Packaging
- 2nd floor: 695 square meter
4th floor: 1060 square meter - Tags
- Korea, Seoul, interior, cafe, Kpop, 21gram, commercial, space, cosmos, exhibition, popup
- Production Technology
- The rough stone finish with a matte coating expresses the image of outer space that retains the primal form of the universe. The mirrors, designated as part of the finish, represent small universes with the essence of infinity, and lighting was arranged alongside metal elements to visualize the cosmic space that can only be filled with light. The modular furniture and movable walls in the popup zone present various possibilities for the structure of the space.
- Design Challenge
- Spaces that handle cultural content should enable diverse experiences. These experiences should not be uniform, and while not distracting from the focus on the content, they should leave a lasting, special impression. Based on the concept of space travel, the design process involved setting up programs, zoning, and material selection, while ensuring that the space also remained faithful to its original functional purpose.
- Research
- Countless global fans wish to experience Kpop artists more closely. Both the artist and outer space share the significance of being visible yet an unknown world. At Ktown4u, it was hoped that global fans would feel a closer connection to the artists as they travel through the cosmic space. The space is centered around the theme of space travel, offering various spatial configurations and programs. The popup and exhibition spaces, composed of movable walls and modular furniture, promote the experience of diverse cultural content. Stone, mirrors, lighting, and metal finishes embody the primal feeling of the universe, reminding visitors that they are on a cosmic journey. As they explore the corners of the space following its flow, they will eventually discover themselves having reached the final destination, feeling even closer to the artist.
- Inspiration
- Countless global fans heading toward the Ktown4u planet, the holy land of kpop, embark on a journey through a cosmic space made of raw and refined materials. As they travel through the vast universe filled with countless stars, they grow closer to their favorite kpop artists. The space boldly incorporates primitive and simple materials, led by metal, lighting, and stone spray coating, while expressing the primordial cosmic space through the geometric significance of curves and straight lines.
- Project Duration
- Ktown4u is located in Samseongdong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul. The project underwent a three-month design period, and after the completion of interior construction in April 2023, it has been operational ever since.
- Operation Flow
- In addition to the enjoyment of consuming content, Ktown4u offers a unique experience of traveling through space. It stands out not only by encouraging consumption but also by providing a variety of content and experiences. The diverse programs, along with the movable walls and modular furniture, expand the infinite possibilities of the space. Ktown4u aims for customers to naturally explore every corner of the space, following the flow presented by the environment, and have a joyful encounter with kpop artists.
- Team Members
- Design director: Seungman lee
Designer: Sebin choi - Image Credits
- Image #1-5: Photographer Sunhyeok Jang, 2023
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