Seoul, South Korea
Led by Katherine Harvey of the interdisciplinary design studio RIOS, the fourth Seoul Biennale of Architecture and Urbanism carries forward this legacy by focusing on resilience and adaptability in the face of rapid urbanization and environmental challenges.
The Seoul Biennale of Architecture and Urbanism has firmly established itself as a global platform for exploring innovative ideas in urban design, sustainability, and the future of cities.
The Biennale’s “Resilient Futures” theme highlights how urban settings must alter to meet the demands of changing cultural dynamics, socioeconomic inequality, and climate change.
For its innovative concept, the project has recently been awarded a 2024 American Architecture Award by The Chicago Athenaeum: Museum of Architecture and Design and The European Centre for Architecture Art Design and Urban Studies.
The 2023 Biennale brings together participants from over 50 countries, each presenting unique solutions to shared global challenges.
This international collaboration highlights the importance of context-specific strategies, demonstrating how cities can address their unique issues while contributing to a broader global narrative of sustainability.
RIOS, known for its multidisciplinary approach that combines architecture, landscape, and urban design, brings a unique perspective to the Biennale.
Their leadership ensures a holistic approach to the theme of resilience, integrating ecological, cultural, and technological aspects into the discourse.
The fourth Seoul Biennale of Architecture and Urbanism is not just an exhibition—it’s a call to action.
By bringing together visionary thinkers and showcasing cutting-edge projects, it challenges cities worldwide to embrace resilience as a guiding principle for growth and development.
Project: Seoul Biennale of Architecture and Urbanism
Architects: RIOS
Lead Architect: Katherine Harvey
Client: Private
Photographs: Courtesy of the Architects