Gangbuk-gu Holds First Monthly Seminar on Urban Design, Landscape and Architecture

Seoul's Gangbuk-gu (District Mayor Jeong Chang-su) announced on the 29th that it had held the “Urban Design, Landscape and Architecture Monthly Seminar” for the first time on the 28th in the auditorium on the fourth floor of the Gangbuk-gu Public Health Center.

Participants listen to a lecture at the “Urban, Landscape and Architecture Monthly Seminar” held on the 28th at the Gangbuk-gu Public Health Center. Provided by Gangbuk-gu.

The seminar was organized to support the expansion of public infrastructure and urban renewal projects, which Gangbuk-gu is prioritizing during its ninth popularly elected term. Its aim is to apply the expertise of specialists in urban planning, urban design and architecture, as well as outstanding domestic and international examples, to the district's administration.

The first seminar was attended by District Mayor Jeong, city council members and senior public officials. Jang Gyeong-cheol, CEO of Urban Design Factory, delivered a lecture on “The Latest Issues in Urban Planning for Balanced Development and Overseas Cases.” Attendees discussed ways to improve Gangbuk-gu's urban spaces and expand public infrastructure.

The district plans to gather a wide range of expert opinions and use them in policy reviews, not only to improve residential environments through urban renewal projects but also as it expands public infrastructure such as libraries and cultural and sports facilities.

The second seminar will be held on December 10, featuring Yoo Jae-deuk, CEO of Ilo Engineering, and will focus on “Urban Competitiveness and Everyday-Life SOC.” After holding two pilot sessions this year, the district plans to make the seminar a monthly event starting in 2027.

“Along with moving urban renewal projects forward quickly, it is important to ensure an adequate supply of the everyday facilities residents need and improve the quality of urban spaces,” District Mayor Jeong said. “We will work to turn the ideas discussed into concrete policies and projects.”

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