Bangbae Geunsaeng Mixed-Use Building by aoa architects Planned for 2026 in South Korea

aoa architects has designed the Bangbae Geunsaeng mixed-use building in South Korea, a 494 m² project slated for completion in 2026. Jaewon Suh serves as principal architect, Hyosook Chin photographed the project, and Miwa Negoro curated the presentation. The scheme falls under the mixed-use and penthouse categories. For rental commercial buildings, the design team emphasizes a compact layout with simple rectangular rental units paired with a core containing stairs, elevators, and restrooms. The elevator and other vertical circulation elements, which demand greater height, are placed on the south side where no solar setback restrictions apply. The project was submitted by the design team and published on ArchDaily.