A Study on the Changing Architectural Properties of Mixed-Use Commercial Complexes in Seoul, Korea

Sungkyun Lee
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Sungkyun Lee: Department of Architecture, Wonkwang University, Iksan 54538, Korea

Sustainability, 2022, vol. 14, issue 5, 1-14

Abstract: This study conducts a chronological analysis of six mixed-use commercial complexes in the Seoul metropolitan area and examines their planning characteristics and patterns of change. The analysis reveals the following changes. The spatial composition of these complexes is shifting away from large anchor type commercial facilities to small local commercial facilities. Their circulations and arrangement are shifting to consideration for non-consumption tendencies, and circular and three-dimensional connections between each space are emphasized. Central spaces are shifting from a large single center to small multi-centers, and the utilization of central spaces for events and performances is increasing. Concepts that stimulate visitors’ interest and non-daily experiences are being expanded, which include the use of new themes, such as natural motifs, and the reproduction of classical streets in the space, corridors, colors, and material planning. Based on their changing patterns, this study predicted such complexes’ direction of change. First, they will expand their role as the center of the local community. Second, they will bolster their linkage with local streets and expand the street-type circulation plan. Third, small multi-center spaces and themed external spaces will increase. Fourth, non-consumption and non-daily planning elements will increase.

Keywords: mixed-use commercial complexes; planning; spatial composition; circulations; central spaces (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: O13 Q Q0 Q2 Q3 Q5 Q56 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2022
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