Giacometti Gallery
Typology
Gallery
Location
Bomun, Seoul, South Korea
Date
Fall 2019
Philosophy
Architectural interpretation of Alberto Giacometti's artworks into space and architecture
Designer
Jaeseo Choi
Studio
Professor
Studio II - Korea University
Santiago Porras Alvarez
Located in the residential neighborhood of Bomun-dong in Seoul, South Korea, the Giacometti Gallery stands as a testament to the power of architectural interpretation and the fusion of art and design.
This project, rooted in the analysis of Alberto Giacometti’s renowned sculpture “The Forest,” aims to capture the essence of his work and translate it into a dynamic and captivating exhibition space. By exploring the composition, materiality, and dematerialized nature of Giacometti’s art, the gallery design draws inspiration from the Gothic Void, creating an immersive experience that intertwines art, architecture, and the community.
Through an in-depth analysis of Giacometti’s sculptures, it became evident that the true essence of his art resided in the voids—the empty spaces between the sculptural elements. These voids were accentuated by the dematerialized edges of the human forms, imbuing the space with a solemn and gothic ambiance.
To capture the essence of Giacometti’s art within the gallery space, the design concept centered around the recreation of the Gothic Void. The gallery’s column structure took inspiration from the composition of Giacometti’s sculptures, with each column emulating the verticality and stature of his artworks. As visitors explore the gallery, they are enveloped by a fabric tensile structure that dematerializes, analogous to Giacometti’s dematerialized humanoid forms.
The Giacometti Gallery encapsulates the spirit of Alberto Giacometti’s sculptures and the Gothic Void. Through the analysis of the artist’s work, the dematerialization of architectural elements, and the integration of community-oriented spaces, this gallery transcends the traditional notion of an exhibition space. It serves as a testament to the transformative power of architecture, engaging visitors in a sensory journey that celebrates the artistic vision of Giacometti and enriches the surrounding community’s cultural fabric.
