Space Academy poster. Courtesy of Jongno-gu Office

Exploring the meaning of 'living space' and learning about 'sustainable space'

Jongno-gu, Seoul, announced on June 6 that it will run a continuing education program, “Jongno Space Academy 2024,” with Kookmin University, starting next month.

The program, which will be held for a total of six sessions, will explore the meaning of space in everyday life and learn about what a sustainable space is through topics such as 'Creating Your Own Space,' 'Going to Work with Your Own Library,' 'Space with Children,' and the convergence of spatial design and AI design. The lectures were delivered by Yoon Sung Ho, professor of spatial design at Kookmin University,  Yoon Dong Shik, professor of architecture and urbanism at Hongik University, Pan Young Hwan professor of AI design at Kookmin University, Kim Hyun Soo, common space and community designer, Lee Min Catholic University, and Chung Jin Won, professor of ceramics at Kookmin University.

The course will be held every Tuesday from Sept. 10 to Oct. 22 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Gu Lifelong Learning Center and costs 20,000 won. “We plan to organize evening classes to meet the needs of working people and increase participation,” said a spokesperson. Students can apply for the course by Aug. 9 at 5 p.m. on the Jongno Education Portal. The first 50 students will be recruited, with priority given to Jongno-gu residents. If the number is not met, residents of other areas will be able to participate.

“We are planning the 'Space Academy' in cooperation with Kookmin University, which has a design center in Jongno-gu, and will be taught by excellent professors and experts from the university,” said Jongno-gu Mayor Jung Mun Hon. ”We will continue to introduce high-quality educational courses in partnership with various educational institutions, museums, and libraries in the city to improve the quality of life for residents.”

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