Welcome to the House of Serenity, a traditional Korean house designed by Studio Gaon located in Yangsan-si, South Korea.
This beautiful and elegant house is located in the vicinity of the historic Tongdosa Temple, one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites, and is surrounded by fascinating pine trees and breathtaking landscapes. This house provides a unique relationship to the land with a sense of awe, and features modern lightweight wooden structure to bring out the traditional feeling of Hanok (Korean traditional house) and various gardens to all directions.

About House of Serenity
A Sense of Awe: Exploring “House of Serenity” in Yangsan, Korea
Tucked away in Yangsan, Korea, lies Tongdosa, a historic temple and UNESCO World Heritage Site. Just beyond the gate of this bustling temple lies a quiet and deep atmosphere, as if one had entered an old primeval forest. This is the location of the ?House of Serenity.? Straight to the Point
The design process for this house was as direct as the connection between the temple and the site. The client had a clear vision for the residence and wanted an elegant and Asian house, similar to ?House in Geumsan? that we had designed previously. Furthermore, the client requested a simple house with a wide and high-ceiling kitchen and living room, and to be surrounded by various gardens in all directions.
Respecting the Land
We discussed the importance of land in architecture, particularly in Korean architecture....