Korean Architecture

Traditional East Asian style.

Overview

Korean Architecture, using wood and tiles, flourished in Korea, ancient to modern.

Core Characteristics

• Curved roofs, ondol heating.
• Nature-integrated, functional.
• Korean aesthetic.

Notable Examples

• Gyeongbokgung Palace (Korea, 1395).

Architectural Connections

• Historical, Modern: All eras.
• Residential, Civic: Palaces, houses.
• Korean Architecture: Core movement.

Influence and Legacy

Harmonizes with nature, culture.

Related Concepts & Techniques

Wood Joinery (technique), Harmony (theory), Roof (element), Korean (movement)