Presenting the Future of ‘K-Design’ at Milan Design Week 2026 / Professors Park Jungwon (Department of Ceramic Art) and Sohn Dong Hoon (Department of Industrial Design)
- The Innovative Fusion of Traditional Aesthetics and AI and 3D Printing Technology in the “Soban” -
- 26.04.30 / 홍유민
Kookmin University (President Jeong Seung Ryul) has once again solidified its status as a leading global design institution by showcasing unique achievements that blend traditional Korean aesthetics with cutting-edge technology in Milan, Italy—the heartland of design.
Kookmin University professors Park Jungwon (Department of Ceramic Art) and Sohn Dong Hoon (Department of Industrial Design) are garnering significant attention for their participation in “SEOUL LIFE 2026 MILAN–Heritage Reimagined, Soban,” a major exhibition at Milan Design Week 2026.
At this exhibition, held at the ADI Design Museum in Milan from April 20 to May 10, the two professors are capturing the attention of the local design community with their original works, demonstrating their global influence.
This exhibition is recognized for its unique value in harmoniously blending the deep sensibilities of traditional craftsmanship with 21st-century core technologies—such as AI-based design and 3D printing techniques—using the “soban,” an object that embodies the daily life and aesthetic sensibilities of Koreans, as a medium. In particular, the Kookmin University faculty did not merely stop at preserving the original form of tradition; through experimentation with new materials and sophisticated digital design, they presented a tangible possibility for tradition to extend into the future. This is regarded as a prime example of Kookmin University’s educational philosophy and research capabilities—which aim for interdisciplinary convergence that breaks down the boundaries between design and craftsmanship—bearing fruit on the global stage.
Furthermore, these outcomes, created in collaboration with designers from Korea and abroad, have served as a crucial opportunity to redefine the identity of Korean design within the global discourse. The works, born from the interplay between the master craftsmen’s intricate manual techniques and modern cutting-edge technology, have become a powerful message showcasing the infinite potential of Korean design to the world.
Kookmin University will continue to lead innovation rooted in tradition through such international initiatives. As a cradle for nurturing creative talent where technology and art coexist, the university will fulfill its role and continue to lead global design trends.
Sohn Dong Hoon-Swell Series Soban
Park Jungwon-Structure of Void
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Presenting the Future of ‘K-Design’ at Milan Design Week 2026 / Professors Park Jungwon (Department of Ceramic Art) and Sohn Dong Hoon (Department of Industrial Design) - The Innovative Fusion of Traditional Aesthetics and AI and 3D Printing Technology in the “Soban” - |
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Kookmin University (President Jeong Seung Ryul) has once again solidified its status as a leading global design institution by showcasing unique achievements that blend traditional Korean aesthetics with cutting-edge technology in Milan, Italy—the heartland of design. Kookmin University professors Park Jungwon (Department of Ceramic Art) and Sohn Dong Hoon (Department of Industrial Design) are garnering significant attention for their participation in “SEOUL LIFE 2026 MILAN–Heritage Reimagined, Soban,” a major exhibition at Milan Design Week 2026. At this exhibition, held at the ADI Design Museum in Milan from April 20 to May 10, the two professors are capturing the attention of the local design community with their original works, demonstrating their global influence. This exhibition is recognized for its unique value in harmoniously blending the deep sensibilities of traditional craftsmanship with 21st-century core technologies—such as AI-based design and 3D printing techniques—using the “soban,” an object that embodies the daily life and aesthetic sensibilities of Koreans, as a medium. In particular, the Kookmin University faculty did not merely stop at preserving the original form of tradition; through experimentation with new materials and sophisticated digital design, they presented a tangible possibility for tradition to extend into the future. This is regarded as a prime example of Kookmin University’s educational philosophy and research capabilities—which aim for interdisciplinary convergence that breaks down the boundaries between design and craftsmanship—bearing fruit on the global stage. Furthermore, these outcomes, created in collaboration with designers from Korea and abroad, have served as a crucial opportunity to redefine the identity of Korean design within the global discourse. The works, born from the interplay between the master craftsmen’s intricate manual techniques and modern cutting-edge technology, have become a powerful message showcasing the infinite potential of Korean design to the world. Kookmin University will continue to lead innovation rooted in tradition through such international initiatives. As a cradle for nurturing creative talent where technology and art coexist, the university will fulfill its role and continue to lead global design trends.
Sohn Dong Hoon-Swell Series Soban
Park Jungwon-Structure of Void
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