Joseon

Korean dynastic architecture.

Overview

Joseon architecture (1392–1897) used wood and tiles, focusing on Confucian principles in Korea.

Core Characteristics

• Wooden frames, tiled roofs.
• Symmetrical, minimalist design.
• Confucian aesthetics.

Notable Examples

• Gyeongbokgung Palace (Korea, 1395).

Architectural Connections

• Historical: 14th–19th century.
• Palatial: Palaces.
• East Asian Architecture: Core movement.

Influence and Legacy

Defined Korean architectural identity.

Related Concepts & Techniques

Wood Construction (technique), Confucianism (theory), Roof (element), Vernacular (movement)

Directory

Periods Registry, Architecture Hub, History