Seoung-joo YOO
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Seoung-joo YOO

A widely covered journalist specializing in design and culture, Seoung-joo YOO contributes to influential media outlets in Korea, Japan, Singapore, the UK, France, and Italy, particularly focusing on timeless values for humans and our environment. Driven by a passion for cross-cultural exchange, she fosters collaborations between multidisciplinary creatives across Asia and Europe.

Articles by Seoung-joo YOO

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Magazine — Design

The new metric of design influence

In a field customarily judged by aesthetics, functionality, and individual achievement, what new criteria should govern its value? For the Seoul Design Award 2025, the mandate is clear:…

Magazine — Design

Preview of Seoul Living Design Fair 2025

Starting with the curated narratives of a lifestyle publication, this 30th fair became a remarkable crossroads where Korea’s living design community passionately unites.

Magazine — Design

A launchpad for Korean industrial design

The DDP Design Launching Fair, a cornerstone of Seoul Design, forged connections between Korean designers and global markets, solidifying the growing influence of K-Design worldwide.

Magazine — Design

Exploring the essence of DEFINE SEOUL

In a city overflowing with creative vitality, DEFINE SEOUL illuminated the confluence of design and fine art, provoking contemplation and defying convention.

Magazine — Lighting

What if we could visualize the inner workings of artificial intelligence?

New media artist Yiyun Kang’s latest exhibition, LIGHT ARCHITECTURE, attempted to do just that, offering an eye-catching and conceptually thought-provoking exploration of AI and its potential impact on…

Magazine — Design

Korean design at Maison&Objet

Last September, according to data released by the organizers immediately following Maison&Objet FW, Korea boasted the highest participation rate among Asian countries, with 39 brands.