Samsung C&T's construction division has secured the construction rights for the redevelopment project in the Seongsu 3 District of Seoul's Seongdong-gu. This large-scale project, with a construction cost of approximately 1.8 trillion won, marks the beginning of a competitive landscape for landmarks along the Han River.
On September 21, Samsung C&T announced that the Seongsu 3 District redevelopment association had approved the selection of Samsung C&T as the construction company during a general meeting held on September 19.
The redevelopment project will take place in the area of 572-7 Seongsu 2-ga 1-dong, with plans for a maximum of 72 floors, comprising 11 buildings, 2,203 residential units, and commercial facilities. The estimated construction cost is around 1.8275 trillion won.
The Seongsu 3 District boasts a natural environment that allows residents to enjoy both the Han River and Seoul Forest. It is expected to be a representative project that will transform the residential quality and urban landscape of the Seongsu Han River area, given its proximity to cultural and commercial infrastructure in the Seongsu-dong area.
Samsung C&T proposed the new complex name 'Raemian Levir.' 'Levir' is a Swedish term meaning an area of absolute value, symbolizing the aim to establish a new landmark that sets a standard for Seongsu.
The design will be led by the global architectural firm Foster + Partners, known for projects such as Apple Park in California, the London City Hall, the HSBC headquarters in Hong Kong, and the ICD-Brookfield Place in Dubai. Foster + Partners also collaborated with Samsung C&T on the recently awarded redevelopment project in the Apgujeong 4 District.
The exterior of the complex will feature a super-tall tower reaching up to 250 meters. The facade design will reflect the flow of the Han River and the light reflected on its waves, aiming to create a skyline representative of the Seongsu Han River area.
To maximize the riverside location, Samsung C&T utilized Foster + Partners' proprietary view analysis solution 'Cyclops.' This analysis informed the placement of residential units, planning for 1,216 units with premium views of the Han River, ensuring that all 959 association members can select these units.
Specialized floor plans will include 1,588 units with three-sided open panoramic views, 995 units with views of the Han River from various rooms including bedrooms, living rooms, and bathrooms, and the country's first nine-sided open penthouses.
Two buildings along the Han River will feature a high-end specialized residential space called 'Levir Suite,' which will incorporate advanced technologies from Raemian's future residential model 'Next Home,' including a dry floor system 'Next Floor' and high-quality modular bathrooms 'Next Bath.'
The community area is planned to be approximately 12,578 square meters, with 102 programs available, including a 55-meter-long panoramic bridge 'Club Riverfront' that will feature a panoramic pool, lounge, and guesthouse.
Centered around a large sunken area, 'Club Levir' will include community facilities for relaxation and recreation, such as a golf club, swimming pool, lounge, and restaurant.
The landscaping will be designed in collaboration with the American landscape design group SWA. A large central plaza of about 16,000 square meters will be created at the center of the complex, featuring various gardens, water facilities, and relaxation spaces.
As the Seongsu Han River maintenance project emerges as a key battleground for major construction companies, high-rise designs, river views, and high-end community features are becoming critical factors influencing the preferences of association members.
Im Cheol-jin, head of the housing sales division at Samsung C&T, stated, “We have reflected meticulous and differentiated design elements throughout the complex to maximize the locational value of Seongsu 3 District. Based on Samsung C&T's capabilities in high-rise construction and future residential technologies, we will complete a new landmark representing the Seongsu Han River.”
* This article has been translated by AI.
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