Yejaekwan
The House of Wood Craft Interiors
Showcasing
the Unique Qualities
and Artistic Value
of Wood.
Location:
Gyeonggi-do, Republic of Korea
Opening Date:
Construction in 2006,
followed by reconstruction in 2022.
Size:
Approx. 330 ㎡
Showcasing the Unique Qualities
and Artistic Value of Wood.
Location:
Gyeonggi-do, Republic of Korea
Opening Date:
Construction in 2006,
followed by reconstruction in 2022.
Size:
Approx. 330 ㎡
Showcasing the Unique Qualities and Artistic Value of Wood.
Location:
Gyeonggi-do, Republic of Korea
Opening Date:
Construction in 2006,
followed by reconstruction in 2022.
Size:
Approx. 330 ㎡
Yejaekwan doesn't necessarily explain how to use specific types of wood or their applications. With the inclusion of 50 to 60 different wood species for elements like windows, floors, and decks within the Yejaekwan, it becomes a conversation between the hall itself and the visitors. This uniqueness allows consumers to directly observe the various uses of wood. With an area of 330 ㎡, it is said that over a hundred doors alone were used. A visitor Master So Yeon who practiced traditional Chinese calligraphy bestowed the name Yaejaekwan, combining the characters for "art" and "material."
...In fact, the wood used in the Exhibition Hall isn't necessarily of the highest grade. The perception of those who only seek wood without knots or splits has been transformed by the Yaejaekwan. Boldly incorporating even knotted and split wood that people wouldn't usually choose, this approach adds to the beauty of wood in unexpected ways. Due to the natural characteristics of wood, there were instances of warping, leading to a process of repeatedly dismantling and rebuilding over two years until the Exhibition Hall was born...
- Korean Wood News, Yu Hyun-hee
Over the past 15 years, the Yejaekwan has been diligently planting the living value of wood into the rugged domestic wood culture. For those who visit the Yejaekwan, it's common to encounter individuals who, inspired by their first interaction with wood there, went on to become woodcraft artisans, furniture designers, wooden architecture professionals, and environmentally conscious interior designers. Particularly for students who may not have the opportunity to learn about diverse wood species and their characteristics, the Yejaekwan has served as the ultimate hands-on experience and learning hub.
- Energy Economy News, Yu Jae-hyung
Yejaekwan doesn't necessarily explain how to use specific types of wood or their applications. With the inclusion of 50 to 60 different wood species for elements like windows, floors, and decks within the Yejaekwan, it becomes a conversation between the hall itself and the visitors. This uniqueness allows consumers to directly observe the various uses of wood. With an area of 330 ㎡, it is said that over a hundred doors alone were used. A visitor Master So Yeon who practiced traditional Chinese calligraphy bestowed the name Yaejaekwan, combining the characters for "art" and "material."
...In fact, the wood used in the Exhibition Hall isn't necessarily of the highest grade. The perception of those who only seek wood without knots or splits has been transformed by the Yaejaekwan. Boldly incorporating even knotted and split wood that people wouldn't usually choose, this approach adds to the beauty of wood in unexpected ways. Due to the natural characteristics of wood, there were instances of warping, leading to a process of repeatedly dismantling and rebuilding over two years until the Exhibition Hall was born...
- Korean Wood News, Yu Hyun-hee
Over the past 15 years, the Yejaekwan has been diligently planting the living value of wood into the rugged domestic wood culture. For those who visit the Yejaekwan, it's common to encounter individuals who, inspired by their first interaction with wood there, went on to become woodcraft artisans, furniture designers, wooden architecture professionals, and environmentally conscious interior designers. Particularly for students who may not have the opportunity to learn about diverse wood species and their characteristics, the Yejaekwan has served as the ultimate hands-on experience and learning hub.
- Energy Economy News, Yu Jae-hyung
Yejaekwan doesn't necessarily explain how to use specific types of wood or their applications. With the inclusion of 50 to 60 different wood species for elements like windows, floors, and decks within the Yejaekwan, it becomes a conversation between the hall itself and the visitors. This uniqueness allows consumers to directly observe the various uses of wood. With an area of 330 ㎡, it is said that over a hundred doors alone were used. A visitor Master So Yeon who practiced traditional Chinese calligraphy bestowed the name Yaejaekwan, combining the characters for "art" and "material."
...In fact, the wood used in the Exhibition Hall isn't necessarily of the highest grade. The perception of those who only seek wood without knots or splits has been transformed by the Yaejaekwan. Boldly incorporating even knotted and split wood that people wouldn't usually choose, this approach adds to the beauty of wood in unexpected ways. Due to the natural characteristics of wood, there were instances of warping, leading to a process of repeatedly dismantling and rebuilding over two years until the Exhibition Hall was born...
- Korean Wood News, Yu Hyun-hee
Over the past 15 years, the Yejaekwan has been diligently planting the living value of wood into the rugged domestic wood culture. For those who visit the Yejaekwan, it's common to encounter individuals who, inspired by their first interaction with wood there, went on to become woodcraft artisans, furniture designers, wooden architecture professionals, and environmentally conscious interior designers. Particularly for students who may not have the opportunity to learn about diverse wood species and their characteristics, the Yejaekwan has served as the ultimate hands-on experience and learning hub.
- Energy Economy News, Yu Jae-hyung
