Jungku
Kang
I.D.E.A
JUNGKU
KANG
An architect and urban designer, Jungku Kang specializes in the preparation of integrated urban and industrial development plans and projects in China, Middle East, South East Asia and America.
He has led the preparation of urban design, development plans and strategies for more than twenty cities worldwide.
As a senior urban designer who possesses exceptional design and architecture skills, he is in an extensive experience in both a master planning and architectural project.
His education at the Graduate School of Architecture, Planning and Preservation at Columbia University in the City of New York and his works in the United States, China, Hong Kong and Korea have earned him numerous publications and awards, including leading design and planning of several 1st place entries for International competitions.
In additional to teach and lecture at Seoul National University, Ajou University and Kyeonggi University, he works in various fields of urban social activity.
Academic Qualifications
Master of Science in Architecture and Urban Design, Columbia University,
Master of Eng. In Architecture, Ajou University
Professional Experience
HDB Korea , Partner, 2017-present
Adjunct Professor, Kyeonggi University, 2017-present
Urban Design Network I.D.E.A, 2011-present
AECOM Hong Kong, 2014-2016
AECOM Beijing, 2009-2013
EDAW|AECOM New York, 2008-2009
Dongwoo Architecture and Consultants, 2002-2007
Honors + Awards
2nd Prize, Taean 3block Traditional Village Masterplan,2014
Honorable mention, International Competition for Osong Biovalley Masterplan, 2011
Prizewinner, Riverfront City Vision Competition, 2009
Lucille Smyser Lowenfish Memorial Prizes, Graduate with Design Award, Columbia University, 2008
Design Award, 1st Housing Competition, Seoul Metropolitan Development Corporation , 2000
3rd Prize, 7th Housing Competition, Hyundai Development Company, 2000
1st Prize, 6th Housing Competition, Hyundai Development Company, 1999
Honorable mention, 5th Housing Competition, Hyundai Development Company, 1998
Honorable mention, 34th Exhibition of Gyeonggi Architecture, Korea, 1998
Honorable Academic Research Fellowship, Ajou University, 2000-2001