Witness the fusion of architecture and contemporary art
SONGEUN
On Dosan-daero in Gangnam stands a triangular building with an imposing presence. This is SONGEUN, a multi-purpose cultural space run by the Sungwoon Arts and Culture Foundation, which opened in 2021.
The building was designed by Swiss firm Herzog & de Meuron, known for such artistic architecture as London's Tate Modern and Tokyo's Prada Aoyama. Named after Seong-un (pine hide), the building's massive exterior walls feature a pine grain pattern, creating a texture that can be enjoyed with the eyes and hands.
A streamlined slope stretches from the lobby on the first floor, creating an exhibition space that feels almost cavernous.
©SONGEUN Art and Cultural Foundation and the Artist, Photo by Jihyun Jung
Tromarama "Patgulipat" 2022. The solo exhibition will feature a new installation.
Courtesy of The Artist and ROH, Jakarta
A large-scale exhibition that can only be seen in this space
AMOREPACIFIC MUSEUM OF ART
This art space was installed when Amore Pacific, a cosmetics company headquartered in Yongsan, built its new headquarters in 2018. The museum primarily exhibited artworks collected by the company's founder, Seo Sung-hwan, but after renovations it was transformed into a facility for collecting, researching, and exhibiting traditional and contemporary art from Korea and abroad.
Twice a year, the museum holds special exhibitions of traditional art and contemporary art by international artists. At the same time, it also focuses on nurturing young artists. The large-scale installations that make the most of the spaciousness of the space and the high-quality special exhibitions are always a sight to behold.
In the second half of the year, from August 7th, Mark Bradford's solo exhibition "Keep Walking" will be held.
Mark Bradford, Float, 2019, Mixed media on canvas.
"Chekkori (Booklet Picture) Eight-Panel Folding Screen" exhibited at the "Korean Folk Painting Exhibition." Experience historical culture. 
The sophisticated architecture was designed by British architect David Chipperfield.
Works created through dialogue with artists
Audio Visual Pavilion
From 2013 to 2019, they operated the exhibition space Jonggakku in a traditional Korean house in Jongno-gu, Seoul. Then, in April 2020, they relocated and opened Jonggakku Lab, which not only holds exhibitions but also conducts research and studies.
Here, the exhibition process itself is part of the work. Through close dialogue with the curators and artists, the gallery carefully records the process and disseminates it in the form of a magazine, leading to new forms of expression. This is a distinctive feature of the gallery. We hope you will enjoy the experiments and expressions that are brimming with experimental spirit.
An exhibition method that incorporates spatially changing elements such as the building's structure and the seasons. 
A logo that graphically represents the initials of the gallery name.
Communicating contemporary art to the world from a unique perspective
CYLINDER TWO
When asked about interesting galleries in Seoul, people in the contemporary art world will always mention CYLINDER. Noh Doo-young, an art university graduate, opened ONE, an alternative space in Gwanak-gu that hosts group exhibitions of art students, in 2020, and TWO, a gallery displaying contemporary art works, in 2023, and runs both.
He introduces artists that interest him, from young Korean artists to artists from around the world, regardless of age or nationality.
A view from the venue of the group exhibition "Soft Stratum" by Niklas Asker, NICEWORKSHOP, Park Yerim, and Bae Seongho (now closed). 
The next exhibition is scheduled to be held around mid-May. Check it out on Instagram. The artist has also actively exhibited at international art fairs such as "Freeze Soul" and "Supper Club Hong Kong."
Discovering young talent that will pave the way for the future of photography
FLOOR_
This photography gallery is located in a residential area of Yeonhui-dong. The basement, first floor, and second floor each have their own distinct functions, which is why the gallery name ends with an "_".
The museum holds around 7-8 photography and video exhibitions per year, with all participating artists selected through public submissions. The judges are an anonymous artist team. The museum also supports young talent through its annual public submission exhibition, and provides consultation on publishing photo books. You may even discover a talent who will lead the photography world in the future.
A special exhibition titled "Hidden Library 2" featuring works by 11 artists was held (ended March 10th). 
Five rescued cats are also proud members of the gallery, roaming in and out of the space. 
The building, originally a residential building, was renovated by a group of architects. The basement is a library, the first floor is a photography gallery, and the second floor is mainly used for exhibitions of installations.
Experience the latest in contemporary Korean art
Whistle
Lee Kyungmin, who studied art abroad and gained experience at a gallery in Seoul, opened the gallery in 2017. The two buildings connected underground were renovated by Chak Chak Studio, which has worked on many commercial facilities.
Five to six special exhibitions are held each year, introducing notable artists from around the world, with a focus on young Korean artists. Visitors can create works while engaging in dialogue with the artists. Visitors can encounter the artworks in the exhibition rooms, like exploring a cavern. Experience the world of the artworks, including the space.
The two-person exhibition "Tutorial" by Sean Junyoung and Yoo Jisoo and "Nonphysical Evidence" by Korean graffiti writer Dimz were held (both exhibitions have now concluded). 
Representative Lee Kyung-min. 
The entrance is marked by a whistle.
