Conflicts between the Superblock Concept and CBD fuction

Abstract

Seoul has been the capital city of the Republic of Korea for over 600 years. As a result of advancements in industries, technologies, and telecommunications, the urban landscape of Seoul has accordingly transformed. Due to continued growth of the population, the area and the density of the city have significantly increased. Because of the growth of the number of city workers in Seoul in particular, more commercial and office areas are needed than residential areas. As a result, the CBD has been divided into 3 areas: the administrative center of the CBD in Jongro, the financial center of the CBD in Yeouido, and the business center of the CBD in Gangnam. In fact, most of the initial developments in Gangnam started with residential land use. Since the commercial and business areas have increased, the residential areas have been affected. Consequently, some of the residential areas are being changed to accommodate more businesses, and the existing business spaces are now needing to be changed to keep pace with current trends. Also, as public transportation develops, the pattern of office building patrons is likewise changing. Since the superblock of the past was designed for vehicles, the concepts of the superblock at this time should be changed; the past concept of the superblock involves a form that does not fit the function of a walking area. As a result, a new form of the superblock in Gangnam should be designed.