Ecorium of the National Ecological Institute Living and communicating with nature, Ecorium of the National Ecological Institute reflects the ecosystem of the earth that unfurls the grand epic of nature. The Ecorium has the following three key concepts.

Space Information

33,090Square meters
floor areas
+2 / -1Two stories and
one basement level
2012Project
Completion

First, ‘From the Nature’, which expresses the vigorous and dynamic energy through the motive of organic lines of nature and becomes a representative symbol of National Ecological Institute. Second, ‘Be the Nature’, the Ecorium reproduces the ecological environment of the earth by the up-to-date technology and its know-how. Third, ‘With the Nature’, which is a complex ecological experience space inducing people to immerse themselves in and communicate with nature. As a base of ecological research, experience-centered education, and lively exhibition, Ecorium of the National Ecological Institute will become a green landmark leading the low carbon green society.

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Ecorium of the National Ecological Institute

Location Seocheon, South Korea
Program Cultural
Area 33,090m²
Floors 2 Stories and 1 Basements
Year 2012
Collaboration Grimshaw Architects, Top Architects & Associates, 2HM Architects & Associates
Awards Winner, Design Competition, 2009
Architecture of The Year Best 7, 2013
Superior Award, Korean Architecture Award, 2013
Korea Green Building Award, 2013