Gochang-gun Announces Naming Contest for Tentatively Named 'Gochang-gun Central Public Library'

[Gochang=Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Kim Jaegil] Jeonbuk Gochang-gun announced on the 8th that it will hold a naming contest for the "(tentative name) Gochang County Central Library" for residents until the 28th.

The planned library incorporates the beauty of traditional Korean architecture through the optical illusion created by its low building height and asymmetrical roof.

With a unique form unlike any existing library, it is expected to become a complex cultural space representing historical value and regional identity not only in Korea but also as a global landmark even 100 years from now.

The architect in charge of the design, Yoo Hyunjoon (professor at Hongik University), designed the library with a wooden structure to evoke the feeling of reading a book under a large tree.

The long gable roof, nearly 100 meters?the longest for a single building?features eco-friendly solar panels.

The library is scheduled to begin construction next month and aims to be completed in two years, expected to demonstrate the power of architecture to gather people and facilitate communication.

Anyone residing in Gochang-gun can participate in this naming contest. Proposed names will be selected based on criteria reflecting Gochang-gun’s historical value, identity, symbolism, creativity, and memorability.

The county plans to select the winning name through a resident survey, and the winner will receive local currency as a prize.

To participate, applicants can download the application form from the Gochang-gun or county library websites, fill it out, and submit it in person, by mail, email, or fax.

For more details, refer to the county office or county library websites, or contact the Gochang County Library.

Gochang=Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Kim Jaegil gjg7070@asiae.co.kr

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