Daejeon City to Open '4th Municipal Library' in Ojeong-dong, Daedeok-gu in 2032

A Total Project Cost of 89.1 Billion Won,
12,000 Square Meters of Floor Space Planned
A "Future-Oriented Eco-Friendly Library"
Where Nature, Knowledge, and People Coexist

Lee Jangwoo, Mayor of Daejeon (Photo by Seokbong Mo)

On February 2, Lee Jangwoo, Mayor of Daejeon, held a city administration briefing at City Hall and announced, "We will begin full-scale construction of the 4th Municipal Library in Ojeong-dong, Daedeok-gu."

Mayor Lee unveiled the basic plan for the 4th Municipal Library, which will be built in Ojeong-dong, Daedeok-gu, aiming to bridge the cultural gap between regions and enable all citizens to enjoy a high-quality cultural experience.

This project reflects the city's commitment to balanced cultural policies in Daejeon by expanding municipal library infrastructure in Daedeok-gu, which, compared to other districts, lacks large-scale cultural facilities and currently has only three public libraries.

Ojeong-dong, Daedeok-gu, where the 4th Municipal Library will be built, is centrally located in Daejeon, offering excellent accessibility. It is also set to become a key transportation hub with the planned construction of Urban Railway Line 2 and the Chungcheong Region Metropolitan Railway's 'Ojeong Station.' Coupled with the nearby national model urban regeneration district project and the redevelopment of Jochajang Station, the area is emerging as an innovation hub in Daejeon.

The total project cost is 89.1 billion won, with a total floor area of 12,000 square meters. Given its scale and location, the new library is expected to serve as a de facto central library in the future.

The 4th Municipal Library is designed to be an eco-friendly, future-oriented, and open, expandable facility. The architectural design is inspired by the Chinese character for 'field' (田) in 'Daejeon,' adopting a 'terraced field' concept. The stepped design, which utilizes the sloping terrain, will create a three-dimensional space where forest and nature blend harmoniously.

In line with Daejeon's status as a "city of science," the library will incorporate smart technologies throughout, and will feature flexible spatial layouts and extensive outdoor spaces to ensure a sense of openness and expandability.

Perspective view of the '4th Municipal Library' in Ojeong-dong, Daedeok-gu (Photo by Daejeon City)

Daejeon City plans to secure the site and complete preliminary administrative procedures, with the goal of beginning construction in 2030 and completing and opening the library in 2032.

With the construction of the 4th Municipal Library becoming a reality, Daejeon City announced its plan to establish one municipal library in each district, with Hanbat Library serving as the control tower, thereby completing a regional library network across the city.

Mayor Lee Jangwoo emphasized, "We will vigorously pursue the construction of the 4th Municipal Library to promote balanced development in Daedeok-gu, where cultural facilities are lacking," adding, "Through the seamless execution of this project, we will make the 4th Municipal Library, imbued with the local charm, a landmark of knowledge and culture."

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