Narrative Architects was founded in 2020 by Namin Hwang and Sihong Kim. Our aim is to provide positive solutions for architecture and society through architectural concepts and design ideas.

We consider the cultural background, perspectives, and personal or collective experiences associated with the projects. Our work begins with understanding the surrounding context and expresses the unique meanings of each project through various elements such as form, space, materials, and imagery. We embrace an extensive approach to architecture, seeking to understand and propose the environment, cultural aspects, and social context in which the building is situated in a unique way. Our goal is to foster a healthy interaction between architecture and society.

Namin Hwang, Architect / KIRA

Namin Hwang, a graduate of the Department of Architecture at Seoul National University, co-founded and manages Narrative Architects. She strives to broaden the scope of solutions by integrating ideas from diverse fields into architecture. She serves as a public architect and a member of the public architecture review committee for Wonju, works as a design planning architect for Seoul National University, and acts as a GH Young Architect for Gyeonggi Housing and Urban Corporation.

Sihong Kim, Architect / KIRA

Sihong Kim graduated from the Department of Architecture at Dongguk University and received a master's degree from the same institution. After gaining several years of professional experience, he co-founded and now operates Narrative Architects. He aims to propose architectural concepts based on context through his projects and has recently focused on creating spaces that convey experiences and meanings. He is currently serving as an adjunct professor in the Department of Architecture at Sejong University.

Projects

2024

Iksan Seongdang Port Nongak Training Center, Winner

Miryang Arina Youth Theater Artists' Shelter, 3rd prize

Huamdong Airbnb Renovation

Pildong 3-ga Art Workshop Building Renovation

2023

Gangneung Unification Park Observatory Tower, Winner

Tallinn - Seoul Timber Pavilion

Dong daemun Library International Competition

Jinju National Museum International Competition

Korea University LMR Lab & Faculty office Interior design