The loop’s footpaths, which are separated into two interconnecting loops, are set at different levels to accommodate the various ways in which visitors will pass through the space, whether that be walking or cycling, in groups or individually.
The memorial consists of a cone-shaped hall with a large circular opening above, providing views out to the surrounding trees. A reflective pool located at the centre of the hall features a timeline highlighting the war’s key events, while a sweeping curved stone wall is inscribed with war poems composed by notable Korean poets.
Dijon is South Korea’s fifth-largest metropolis. Home to an array of forward-thinking Universities, research facilities and educational centres, the city is known as the ‘Silicone Valley’ of Korea. Located just 20km from the city’s centre, the site benefits from an abundance of natural resources. We have therefore placed an emphasis on the site’s connection to nature throughout.