'Slope House' by Kyungsik Kim: Innovation in Residence

Slope House

Residence for Studio EON

The project is located on a gentle slope of a mountainous topography in Wonju city, South Korea. Main design concept for this house is to compose a sloped surface that doubles as a roof and a facade. The roof is not only an apparatus that gives strong visual impact to residents and visitors, but also a metaphor of the slope of the Kam-Ak mountain at the site. Also the sculpted out terrace on the roof, which is facing toward the eastern mountain, provides spectacular views throughout an year with varying sceneries.

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Unique Properties

The project is located on a gentle slope of a mountainous topography in Wonju city, South Korea. Main design concept for the house is to compose a sloped surface that doubles as roof and facade. The roof is not only an apparatus that gives strong visual impact to residents and visitors, but also a metaphor of the slope of the Kam-Ak mountain at the site. Also the sculpted out terrace on the roof, which is facing toward the eastern mountain, provides a spectacular view throughout a year.

Production Technology

There are three major materials in use; zinc panel, brick, and corten steel. Dark colored zinc used on roof is in contrast with light gray brick wall, which differentiates the two distinct elements. Also, zinc was chosen for roof finish in order to resist the harsh winter with heavy snow. The third corten steel is used as an accent material between the zinc and brick, bridging the two finish materials.

Design Challenge

The site is known for the harsh winter weather. The harsh weather justifies the compact volume of the project.

Project Duration

The project started in May 2019 in Wonju city, Kangwon, South Korea and finished in Mar 2020.

Inspiration

The inspiration of the project came from the Kam-ak mountain near the site. Conceptually the gentle slope of the mountain extends to the house, creating the sloped roof which is a main feature of the design.

Image Credits

Image #1: Photographer Kyung Roh, Image #2: Photographer Kyung Roh, Image #3: Photographer Kyung Roh, Image #4: Photographer Kyung Roh, Image #5: Photographer Kyung Roh

Project Overview

Slope House Residence has been a Silver winner in the Architecture, Building and Structure Design award category in the year 2020 organized by the prestigious A' Design Award & Competition. The Silver A' Design Award celebrates top-tier designs that embody excellence and innovation. This award acknowledges creations that are not only aesthetically pleasing but also highly functional, reflecting the designer's deep understanding and skill. Silver A' Design Award recipients are recognized for their contribution to raising industry standards and advancing the practice of design. Their work often incorporates original innovations and elicits a strong emotional response, making a notable impact on the improvement of everyday life.

Silver Recognition

Kyungsik Kim was recognized with the coveted Silver A' Design Award in 2021, a testament to excellence of their work Slope House Residence.

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Slope House: A Unique Residence Inspired by Kam-ak Mountain

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