Project Details
Type | Urban Design – Master’s Thesis
Year | April 2024 – April 2025
Location | Cheorwon – Pyonggang, Korea
Keywords | Border Urbanism
Supervisors | Prof. Alice Buoli, Prof. Dongsei Kim
Project Description
This thesis introduces the Living Border concept, redefining borders as spaces of exchange and cooperation rather than rigid divisions. The shared concerns for both Koreas, Climate change and food security, could serve as catalysts for cross-border collaboration.
The study proposes the Twin Village model, consisting of Smart Agriculture and Bug Farm Villages to promote interdependence through technology and resource exchange
Ultimately, this thesis demonstrates how architecture and urban design can reframe conflict zones like the DMZ into spaces of connection. The Living Border model provides a globally applicable framework for sustainable and cooperative border development.
Link to Thesis
Cheorwon Plain, South Korea, Panoramic View (© 2025 Haelynn Kyum)
Bird's-Eye View of Insect Farm Village - North, and Smart Farm Village - South (© 2025 Haelynn Kyum)
© 2025 Haelynn Kyum