Creating a Forum for Urban and Architectural Discussions in the Post-Corona Era

[Asia Economy Reporter Onyu Lim] Seoul Housing and Communities Corporation (SH Corporation) and the Architectural Institute of Korea announced on the 22nd that they will jointly hold a symposium on the theme of "Post-Corona Era, Smart Cities and Architecture" through a live broadcast on YouTube on the 23rd.

SH Corporation planned this symposium to listen to and discuss experts' opinions on what strategies and implementation plans should be prepared when promoting major projects such as Cheongshin Housing, Compact City, and Smart City in preparation for the post-COVID-19 era.

At this symposium, Professor Myung-Sik Lee of Dongguk University will deliver the keynote speech on the theme "Questions for Cities and Architecture." Following this, various experts will present on topics including △ Professor Jaeyong Jung (Hongik University) on "Challenges and Directions of Urban Planning," △ Director Jinsik Son (Head of Future Strategy Department, Korea Expressway Corporation) on "Response Measures to Development Demand for Metropolitan Logistics Spaces," △ Research Fellow Eunhee Kim (Architectural Space and Urban Space Research Institute) on "Architectural Issues and Policy Directions," and △ Professor Jincheol Park (Chung-Ang University) on "Architectural Environmental Equipment Response Measures," covering urban design, architectural planning, and equipment planning perspectives.

After the presentations, a comprehensive discussion will be chaired by Director Hyunsook Cheon (SH Corporation Urban Research Institute), with participants including Director Sangoh Yoo (SH Corporation Future Strategy Office), Professor Youngkyung Yoon (Department of Infectious Diseases, Korea University), and all presenters.

Director Cheon stated, "The holding of this symposium is an open forum to deeply discuss the urban and architectural standards that need to be prepared and established for a quarantine city Seoul at this critical time when COVID-19 is prolonged," adding, "We will do our best to build a safe Seoul through research and project promotion on the issues derived."

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