Known for her futuristic, spaceship-like work, "starchitect" Zaha Hadid is behind the design of the Dongdaemun Design Plaza, Seoul's newest landmark.
Greetings, earthlings —
Known for her futuristic, spaceship-like work, "starchitect" Zaha Hadid is behind the design of the Dongdaemun Design Plaza, Seoul's newest landmark.
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The new cultural center will host events throughout the year and remain open 24 hours to accommodate nighttime tourists. The Dongdaemun district is famous for late-night shopping.
Night attraction —
The new cultural center will host events throughout the year and remain open 24 hours to accommodate nighttime tourists. The Dongdaemun district is famous for late-night shopping.
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The Dongdaemun Design Plaza cost $451 million and took five years to complete.
Mammoth undertaking —
The Dongdaemun Design Plaza cost $451 million and took five years to complete.
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Covering 85,000 square meters, the building includes a design museum, library and educational facilities.
Space and design —
Covering 85,000 square meters, the building includes a design museum, library and educational facilities.
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The plaza's first major event is Seoul Fashion Week, which will run until March 26.
Seoul Fashion Week —
The plaza's first major event is Seoul Fashion Week, which will run until March 26.
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Admission is free during March.
Exhibition halls —
Admission is free during March.
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Upcoming shows include a Chanel fashion show in fall 2014 and a motor show later in the year.
Future events —
Upcoming shows include a Chanel fashion show in fall 2014 and a motor show later in the year.
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DDP aims to be a cultural hub.
Variety of concerts, conventions, shows —
DDP aims to be a cultural hub.
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