A large-scale complex with 6,387 residential units
33 apartment buildings and 2 landmark towers
785 public rental housing units to be supplied
Jamsil Jugong Complex 5 in Songpa-gu, Seoul will be reborn as a landmark with 65 floors, featuring a large-scale complex with more than 6,000 residential units and mixed-use facilities.
On June 19, the Seoul Metropolitan Government announced that it had held the 5th Integrated Review Committee for Redevelopment Projects, where it conditionally approved the integrated review covering the fields of architecture, landscape, transportation, education, and parks for Jamsil Jugong Complex 5.
Previously, in April, Jamsil Jugong Complex 5 received a decision for reconsideration (deferred) during the 3rd Integrated Review Committee meeting for redevelopment projects. Subsequently, the association submitted a supplementary action plan based on the review results, leading to the resubmission of the proposal to this committee meeting.
With the conditional approval of the integrated review, Jamsil Jugong Complex 5 is expected to feature 33 residential buildings with a total of 6,387 units, as well as two landmark towers that will combine retail, office, and cultural facilities. The development will consist of four basement levels and rise up to 65 floors above ground. It will also include a total of 785 public rental units, comprising 393 Mirinae Jib units for newlyweds and 392 long-term rental units for housing stability and improvement for vulnerable groups.
At the center of the complex, a large green corridor will be created, connecting Jamsil Station, the central plaza, and the Han River waterfront. This pedestrian-oriented public walkway will be open for everyone to use, maximizing both regional connectivity and the public nature of the urban space. In addition, open community facilities for local residents will be provided, including an indoor children's playground, a group care center, a small library, and a smart cafe.
The area around Jamsil Station Intersection will be reorganized into a three-dimensional urban space that integrates retail, office, and cultural functions. The plan also aims to revitalize the local commercial area by linking with nearby mixed-use facilities such as Lotte Tower.
Within the complex, a varied and harmonious urban landscape will be created by introducing changes in building heights and ensuring a sense of openness. Parks will be equipped with rest areas along walking paths, and sports facilities will be installed within the parks. The entrance plaza of the park will be planted with trees, and independent trees will be planted around the lawn area to provide shade in summer and autumn foliage, offering diverse scenery throughout the year.
The pedestrian environment will also be significantly improved. Sidewalks around Jamsil Station Intersection will be expanded, and subway entrances will be relocated. A 6-meter setback will be secured within the site to create ample pedestrian space between the buildings and the roads.
Choi Jinseok, Director of Housing at the Seoul Metropolitan Government, stated, "Through the integrated review of the Jamsil Jugong Complex 5 reconstruction project, it has become possible to establish an efficient architectural plan suited to local conditions," adding, "This will become a representative example of improving the residential environment and securing public value in aging apartment complexes, thereby contributing to enhancing the quality of life for citizens."
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