A Rogers megablock that turns corporate mass into a legible, walkable chunk of city.
Supertall skyscraper in Seoul.
Featured in Richard Rogers's definitive monograph, Richard Rogers: Complete Works.
Visitor Guide
Approach from multiple sides—this is urban-scale architecture; the ‘moment’ is how retail, towers, and public space stitch Yeouido’s big blocks together.
From the west-facing frontage at late afternoon, when the towers catch light and the public realm reads as layered depth.
Retail areas are publicly accessible; offices/hotel are controlled. If you want interiors without hassle, aim for the shopping component.
Look for the high-tech DNA: expressed structure/cores and a preference for clarity—Rogers’ work is often a diagram you can walk through.
1–2 hours
Design & Structure
Mixed-use masterplanning with heavy coordination: phasing, transit access, retail circulation modeling, and tower core planning; facade and structural expression align with a high-tech clarity rather than freeform shape-making.
Glass, steel, and durable podium finishes; materials are selected to survive retail footfall while keeping the tower faces crisp and corporate.
Large podium spans and tower lateral systems; the engineering is about integrating multiple programs and load regimes into one coherent block.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who designed Parc1?+
Parc1 was designed by Richard Rogers and completed in 2020. It is located in Yeongdeungpo District, South Korea.
Where is Parc1 located?+
Parc1 is located in Yeongdeungpo District, South Korea. Its coordinates are 37.5266°, 126.9280°.
When was Parc1 built?+
Parc1 was completed in 2020. It was designed by Richard Rogers.
Can I visit Parc1?+
Parc1 is a real building in Yeongdeungpo District that can be viewed from the outside. Check local information for interior access and visiting hours. Use the Parametric Atlas walking tour feature to plan a route that includes this building.