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Hanok: The Korean House provides new insights into the stylish traditional homes (hanok) that are increasingly popular in Seoul today. While the exteriors of these homes are indistinguishable from traditional hanok built decades ago, the interiors have completely changed and have been adapted in keeping with the times. Korea is a nation that has radically transformed itself in recent decades, yet amidst the glass-and-steel skyscrapers and luxury apartments, the traditional Korean home still survives and plays a surprisingly important role. This book showcases twelve very special hanok that have been selected to reflect the Korea of today, a country of traditional values with a modern approach. The fundamental hanok design has not changed. Traditional materials of stone, wood and clay are still the only components used in the houses. They also incorporate natural elements such as wind and sunlight, and baesanimsu - known in Chinese as feng shui - used to position the hanok in harmony with the natural forces and geographical features of the site. Each hanok has a unique story to tell and this book conveys those stories from the point of view of the owners, many of whom are talented architects and designers. It is intended to give the reader a feel for contemporary Korean culture and identity in a country which is now getting back in touch with its traditional roots. -- from dust jacket. Twelve examples of the Korean house style, traditional on the exterior and in use of natural materials but with contemporary interiors.

Architecture, Domestic --- Architecture, Korean. --- Interior architecture --- Architecture, Korean --- K9891.70 --- Architecture, Rural --- Domestic architecture --- Home design --- Houses --- One-family houses --- Residences --- Rural architecture --- Villas --- Architecture --- Dwellings --- Architectural interiors --- Architecture, Interior --- Interior space (Architecture) --- Interiors --- Space (Architecture) --- Korean architecture --- Korea: Art and antiquities -- architecture -- domestic architecture