The Insider’s Guide: A Curated Walking Tour of Seoul’s Contemporary Art Galleries in Seongsu

A sophisticated art collector closely examining the details of a painting in a contemporary art gallery.

Seongsu-dong is a neighborhood of captivating contrasts. The scent of leather from artisanal shoe workshops mingles with the aroma of single-origin coffee, and the raw texture of industrial warehouses provides a dramatic backdrop for the city’s most forward-thinking creative movements. For the discerning art enthusiast, this district has become the undisputed heart of the city’s … 더 읽기

The Scent of Seongsu: An Insider’s Guide to Korea’s Hottest Niche Perfume Brands

A close-up shot of elegant Nonfiction perfume bottles, showcasing their minimalist design and soft, muted labels, on a clean background.

Step off the subway at Seongsu station, and you can feel the creative pulse in the air. This former industrial district, with its sprawling warehouses and historic shoe factories, has transformed into Seoul’s undisputed capital of cool. It’s a canvas for art, fashion, and some of the most innovative concepts in beauty. For the fragrance … 더 읽기

Laptop-Friendly Havens: The Best Seongsu-dong Cafes for Remote Work

A person working on a laptop in a stylish, industrial-chic cafe in Seongsu-dong, Seoul, with bright natural light from large windows.

Seongsu-dong is easily one of Seoul’s most vibrant neighborhoods, packed with industrial-chic galleries, unique boutiques, and, of course, countless incredible cafes. But as a remote worker, you know the struggle: a cafe that looks amazing on Instagram isn’t always a practical place to open your laptop. The search for that perfect combination of fast WiFi, … 더 읽기