Daegu Metropolitan City Hall

The Daegu City Hall and City Council Building in Daegu, South Korea redefines civic architecture as an emblem of transparency, unity, and progress. With a gross floor area of 116,954 square meters, the complex establishes a powerful architectural gesture that bridges the existing urban fabric with Daegu’s evolving metropolitan identity. Its sweeping, fluid forms extend outward like open arms, symbolizing dialogue between government and citizens while creating generous public spaces that invite gathering and participation. The ascending tower anchors the composition as a visual beacon of governance, while the horizontally layered structures weave seamlessly into the landscape, reflecting accessibility and connection to the surrounding neighborhood. A network of green terraces, promenades, and civic plazas fosters an atmosphere of openness and collaboration, merging the natural and built environments. By combining formal elegance with civic inclusivity, the design becomes a symbol of Daegu’s vision for the future—an architecture of movement, light, and public unity that embodies the spirit of a forward-looking government in harmony with its community.