A Gathering for the Restoration and Preservation of ‘Modern Architectural Heritage’ Reflecting Early Modern History

The National Research Institute of Cultural Heritage under the Cultural Heritage Administration (Director: Lim Jong-deok) will host a symposium and talk concert on “Technology for Preserving the Value of Modern Architectural Heritage” on November 8 at 1 PM in the annex auditorium of the National Palace Museum of Korea located in Jongno-gu Seoul.

In its efforts to restore the original forms and systematize preservation and repair techniques for modern architectural heritage that embodies the social economic and cultural conditions of the early modern period the National Research Institute of Cultural Heritage has begun researching restoration techniques specifically for brick-built structures of this era. This event part of this initiative will feature a symposium and an open dialogue in collaboration with professional organizations including Docomomo Korea the Korean Association for Architectural History and the National Association of Heritage Repair Technicians.

The symposium will first present three key topics: ▲ the preservation and repair status of modern wooden structures (by Song Jong-mok Gunjeonji) ▲ the conservation and repair of modern brick structures (by Lee Sang-hee Mokwon University) and ▲ preservation and repair strategies for modern architecture with a focus on reversibility (by An Jae-cheol Sangji Architecture Inc.). After these presentations a discussion with experts from related fields will follow.

The talk concert will focus on the theme “Systems Design and Technology for Modern Architectural Heritage” and will be led by Woo Dong-sun of the Korean Association for Architectural History alongside seven other experts.

Brick structure (조적조): A construction style that uses stones bricks or concrete blocks to build walls.
Reversibility (가역성): The quality of a material to return to its original state after undergoing changes.
This event is expected to provide a valuable opportunity for sharing field experience and knowledge on the preservation restoration utilization and management systems of modern architectural heritage. It is open to the public and anyone interested can participate through on-site registration.

The National Research Institute of Cultural Heritage plans to continue its proactive approach to public engagement providing cultural heritage services to the public across various fields beyond modern architectural heritage.

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