Hanbok: A Living FormBook, Publication, Editorial designInspired by the theme of transition, I explored the evolution of Hanbok as both a cultural artifact and a living form of identity. Instead of viewing it as a static tradition, I examined how its shape, symbolism, and meaning have shifted across time. This book traces that progression from Hanbok’s early structural roots and everyday functions to its ceremonial forms, modern reinterpretations, and global influence.
Through this project, I gained a clearer understanding of how clothing carries history while continually adapting to new contexts. Studying Hanbok as a process of transition revealed design as an ongoing dialogue between past and present—between what we preserve and what we transform.Spreads