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Marvelling at Voluntary Structural Experiments: The Alien Table | Kim Jaekyung + JK-AR

Kim Jaekyung + JK-AR

written by
Kim Jaekyung
photographed by
Roh Kyung (unless otherwise indicated)
materials provided by
JK-AR
edited by
Kim Bokyoung

SPACE October 2025 (No. 695) 

 

 

 

The Alien Table explores new architectural possibilities, merging algorithmic design with 3D printing technology. Through multi-objective optimisation, the project generates numerous shape variations based on param...

 
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Architect

Kim Jaekyung (Hanyang University)

Design team

Lee Youngjune (JK-AR)

Programme

furniture

Height

0.65m

Structure

UHPC (ultra-high-performance concrete)

Structural engineer

Kim Jaekyung, Bae Sungchul (Hanyang University)

Construction

Bae Sungchul, Yoo Seunggyu (Hanyang University)

Design period

Jan. 2017 – Jan. 2018

Construction period

Feb. 2018 – Jan. 2019


Kim Jaekyung
Kim Jaekyung combines research, teaching, and design practice to develop an architectural approach that merges tradition with contemporary technology. As founder of JK-AR, he has completed projects such as House of Three Trees (2019), Pavilion of Floating Lights (2022), and House for Rejuvenation (2025). At Hanyang University¡¯s CoDe Lab, he promotes digital craftsmanship and has supervised over 50 master¡¯s and doctoral graduates.

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