Creation of a 'Community Rest Area' Under Hannam 1 Overpass in Yongsan-gu

Expansion of Resident Rest Areas in Idle Space (2305㎡) at Hannam-dong 727-33... One Temporary Building and Nine Pergolas to Be Installed by June

[Asia Economy Reporter Jong-il Park] "From a passing space to a gathering space"

Yongsan-gu (District Mayor Seong Jang-hyun) has started the construction of a public space under Hannam 1 Overpass (around 727-33 Hannam-dong, 2305㎡).

The purpose is to utilize idle space and expand resting areas for residents.

The construction period is from January to June, and the work includes installing one temporary building and nine pergolas. The construction cost is 870 million KRW funded by the city.

The temporary building is one story with a total floor area of 80.67㎡. It is 4 meters high, made of steel frame structure, and finished with glass walls. Its main use is a rest cafe. It will also have separate men's and women's restrooms and a storage room (outdoor unit room).

Pergolas are outdoor resting spaces. Shade or sun-loving plants will be planted on the pergola structures (pillars and ceiling) to provide citizens with a refreshing atmosphere. The plants are expected to grow richer every year.

A district official said, "There are many cultural facilities nearby including Blue Square," and added, "If resting and landscaping facilities are installed under the overpass, people will naturally gather."

This project is part of Seoul City's initiative to utilize spaces under overpasses. The city plans to use about 180 idle spaces under overpasses throughout the city to install 'living SOC' such as book cafes, children's libraries, and performance halls. Last year, five pilot sites including Hannam 1 Overpass in Yongsan-gu were selected for design competitions.

Following the city’s policy, the district signed contracts for construction (landscaping, architecture, electrical) and supervision services at the end of last year, and plans to prepare facility operation methods (direct management or consignment) aiming for opening this summer. Events such as flea markets involving citizen participation will be held regularly in connection with the nearby Yongsan Craft Center.

Seong Jang-hyun, Mayor of Yongsan-gu, said, "We are utilizing idle spaces in the city to expand the insufficient living SOC," and added, "We will create a new concept of resident network space reflecting the characteristics of the area."

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