[2023 Asia Construction Awards] Kumho Construction ‘Munsu-ro Kumho Eoullim The First’

Asia Economy Grand Prize - Eco-friendly Housing Sector

Kumho Construction received the Asia Economy Grand Prize in the eco-friendly housing category for ‘Munsuro Kumho Eoullim The First,’ developed in Sinjeong-dong, Nam-gu, Ulsan.

‘Munsuro Kumho Eoullim The First’ is being developed with 4 buildings ranging from 3 basement floors to 37 above-ground floors, consisting of 402 households with exclusive areas of 84㎡ A, B, and C types. The breakdown by type is ▲84㎡A with 140 households ▲84㎡B with 128 households ▲84㎡C with 134 households. It is planned as a green complex full of the joy of living a healthy life in harmony with nature.

In particular, the complex features a landmark space called the ‘Community Garden,’ which harmonizes water features and playgrounds to evoke a sense of familiarity and beautiful themes. It also includes various spaces such as resident exercise facilities, walking trails, and small resting areas. The space is designed with greenery and a variety of colorful trees to create a harmonious environment, applying an ecologically healthy eco-friendly planting plan. Additionally, by utilizing the site’s elevation differences, a car-free eco-friendly complex was created on the ground level (separating pedestrian and vehicle paths).

Perspective view of 'Munsuro Kumho Eoullim The First'. [Image courtesy of Kumho Construction]

This complex is conveniently located in the center of the Sinjeong living area. Situated near Bongwol Intersection, it provides quick access to anywhere in Ulsan city and outskirts via Bongwol-ro, Samsan-ro, Suam-ro, and the Gongyeongtap Rotary. It also offers easy access to various industrial complexes such as Hyundai Motor Company and Hyundai Heavy Industries. Furthermore, a new station on Ulsan Urban Railway (Tram) Line 1, connecting Taehwagang Station and Sinbok Rotary near the Gongyeongtap Rotary adjacent to the complex, is being planned, which will further improve transportation accessibility.

The complex also boasts an educational environment representative of Ulsan. Within a 1 km radius of the complex are prestigious schools such as Ulsan Jungang Elementary School, Sinjeong Elementary School, Wolpyeong Middle School, Hakseong Middle School, Ulsan Technical High School, Ulsan Seoyeojung Middle School, Ulsan Girls’ High School, Hakseong High School, Sinjeong High School, and Ulsan Girls’ High School. The area around Munsuro is also close to a cluster of well-known private academies, providing an excellent educational environment for children.

Various lifestyle convenience facilities such as Lotte Mart, Homeplus, and large hospitals are located around the complex. Public offices including Ulsan Metropolitan City Hall, Ulsan Nam-gu Office, Ulsan District Court, Ulsan Nambu Police Station, and Administrative Welfare Center are also nearby. About a 10-minute walk away is Ulsan Grand Park, the largest park in Ulsan, equipped with a large plaza, zoo, and leisure facilities. Namsan Neighborhood Park and Taehwagang River are also close, offering a pleasant residential environment. A Kumho Construction official stated, “Located in the Sinjeong living area, which has a high residential preference in Ulsan, this complex allows residents to fully enjoy the well-established infrastructure including transportation, education, and lifestyle convenience facilities.”