The Seoul Arts Center was a national project by the Korean government, which was started to promote the country’s artistic excellence, in preparation for the hosting of the 1988 Olympics.
Designed by architect Kim Seokchul with the idea of traditional Korean spirit and culture, the Music Hall was first completed in 1988.
The building has a shape of a Korean traditional fan buchae when seen from above.
Later in 1993, the Opera House was completed with an outer design that looks like a gat, a Korean traditional hat.
Both buchae and gat are said to symbolize the classical scholar and taste in Korean culture.
Besides, the roof ’s edges are designed like the hanging edges of a traditional Korean house.
At first, the Opera House was criticized for being poorly designed.
However, seen as a valuable asset to the future cultural heritage of Seoul, the Seoul Arts Center was selected in 2013 as “Seoul Future Heritage” by Seoul City.

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The Seoul Arts Center was a national project by the Korean government, which was started to promote the country’s artistic excellence, in preparation for the hosting of the 1988 Olympics.
예술의 전당은 한국 정부에 의한 국가적 프로젝트였는데 이는 그 국가의 예술적 우수성을 장려하기 위해
시작되었고, 1988년 하계 올림픽 개최를 대비한 것이었다.
Designed by architect Kim Seokchul with the idea of traditional Korean spirit and culture, the Music Hall was first completed in 1988.
전통적인 한국적 영감과 문화를 아이디어로 김석철 건축가가 설계한 음악당은 1988년에 처음 완공되었다.
The building has a shape of a Korean traditional fan buchae when seen from above.
그 건물은 위에서 볼 때 한국 전통 부채 모양을 하고 있다.
Later in 1993, the Opera House was completed with an outer design that looks like a gat, a Korean traditional hat.
이후 1993년에는 오페라극장이 완공되었는데, 외부 디자인은 한국 전통 모자인 갓을 형상화한 것이었다.
Both buchae and gat are said to symbolize the classical scholar and taste in Korean culture.
갓과 부채는 한국 문화에서 고전적인 선비 정신과 세련미를 상징한다고 전해진다.
Besides, the roof’s edges are designed like the hanging edges of a traditional Korean house.
또한 지붕의 가장자리는 전통적인 한국 집의 처마 끝과 같이 디자인되었다.
At first, the Opera House was criticized for being poorly designed.
처음에는 오페라극장이 설계가 미흡하다는 비판을 받았다.
However, seen as a valuable asset to the future cultural heritage of Seoul, the Seoul Arts Center was selected in 2013 as “Seoul Future Heritage” by Seoul City.
그러나 예술의 전당은 서울의 미래 문화유산으로서 가치 있는 자산으로 인정받아, 2013년에 서울시로부터
‘서울 미래 유산’으로 선정되었다.
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What was the purpose of the construction of the Seoul Arts Center in the 1980s?
To promote cultural and artistic activities.
Words & Phrases
  • expression
    n. 표현, 표현 방식
    the act of showing thoughts, feelings, or ideas through art, words, or actions
    e.g.
    Fashion can be a powerful expression of identity among teenagers in many countries.
    패션은 많은 나라의 십 대들 사이에서 정체성을 강하게 표현하는 방식이 될 수 있다.
  • represent
    v. 나타내다, 보여주다
    to show or stand for something
    e.g.
    The chart represents the cultural diversity of students in our school.
    그 차트는 우리 학교 학생들의 문화적 다양성을 나타낸다.
  • heritage
    n. 유산, 문화유산
    the traditions, buildings, and cultural values passed down from the past
    e.g.
    Old palaces and historic streets help students learn about their country's cultural heritage.
    오래된 궁궐과 역사적인 거리는 학생들이 자국의 문화유산을 이해하도록 돕는다.
  • medium
    n. 매체
    a way of expressing ideas or information
    e.g.
    Film is a powerful artistic medium for sharing cultural stories.
    영화는 문화 이야기를 전달하는 강력한 예술 매체이다.
  • preparation
    n. 준비
    the process of getting ready for something
    e.g.
    Careful preparation helped the students give a successful presentation.
    철저한 준비 덕분에 학생들은 성공적인 발표를 할 수 있었다.
  • symbolize
    n. 상징하다
    represent something such as an idea or feeling
    e.g.
    The tiger often symbolizes power and protection in many Asian stories.
    호랑이는 많은 아시아 이야기에서 종종 힘과 보호를 상징한다.
  • asset
    n. 자산
    something valuable that helps a person succeed
    e.g.
    Her language skills are a valuable asset to the international team.
    그녀의 언어 능력은 국제 팀에 중요한 자산이다.
  • expression
  • represent
  • heritage
  • medium
  • preparation
  • symbolize
  • asset
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