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June 1, 2026

Korean Architect Lee Jang-hwan Leads 2027 Venice Biennale Pavilion

Architect Lee Jang-hwan has been appointed as artistic director for Korea's pavilion at the 2027 Venice Biennale. The exhibition will focus on hyper-shrinkage and how abandoned spaces in declining Korean cities offer lessons for urban futures worldwide. Lee studies how temporary architectural modifications in aging towns could inspire new adaptive design strategies.
Why It Matters
If you're living in or visiting Korea, this shows how Korean cities are globally recognized for tackling population decline through creative urban solutions—something you might notice in smaller towns or neighborhoods.
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