Abstract
This paper provides a critical perspective in historic conservation with reference to Hanok (Korean Traditional Courtyard houses) built in central Taegu city, Korea. These Hanok houses began to emerge in the 1920s near the city castle during the Japanese occupation. The houses were shrewdly crafted into a small site in an urban context. Towards the end of 1980s, the demand for urban regeneration arose due to dilapidation of the timber structure and fire safety. Proposals were made to redevelop the areas, but they did not progress past this point. No attempts were made for conservation either and the urban fabric disintegrated continuously. The area is now largely unattended for conservation or redevelopment. This research intends to create an historic account of Hanok in an urban context for its enduring characteristics and historicity as charm and merit that deserve careful apprehension and conservation. This paper suggests that conservation not only serves to gentrify the cultural disruption of the early 20th century but also contributes towards urban regeneration.
Translated title of the contribution | Conservation of Hanok Houses and Urban Regeneration -a case study of Sosongdong in Taegu City- |
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Original language | Korean |
Pages (from-to) | 3944-3949 |
Number of pages | 6 |
Journal | 한국산학기술학회논문지 |
Volume | 15 |
Issue number | 6 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Jun 2014 |