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“When ideas arise, I put them in my cell-phone,” said Kim. “I often think of mistakes I’ve made right in the middle of a shower, then I rush out of the bathroom covered in soap to take notes.” Such anecdotes are characteristic of Kim, who describes himself as a deep thinker. He joined Samsung C&T […]

The roll of the calendar towards the end of the year means frostier weather, reduced daylight and plummeting temperatures – but it also heralds the start of the festive season. If you happen to be in Korea during this time of year and looking for some holiday fun, you’re in luck – there’s no shortage […]

The holiday season is upon us, which means it’s time to think about what gifts to get for your friends and loved ones. For some, holiday shopping is a joyous and festive experience. For others, it’s a tedious chore that cannot end fast enough. Whichever camp you fall into, Samsung C&T Fashion Group has prepared […]

The largest environmental health problem in the world doesn’t come from groundwater or plastics – it’s in the air. Ambient air pollution with fine particulate matter smaller than 2.5 millionths of a meter, known as PM2.5, was the fifth leading cause of death across the globe in 2015. While developed countries have worked towards solutions, […]

Eung-tae Kim’s golf game might not have improved in 15 years, but that doesn’t mean he hasn’t been building towards perfection at the Anyang Country Club. As the greenskeeper for the golf course, he has been obsessed with ensuring that the grounds are blanketed with soft grass and stunning botanicals. “I’ve loved plants since I […]

While the name ‘Everland Theme Park’ perhaps at first makes you think of its state-of-the-art rollercoasters and themed attractions, did you know that you can also experience the very best of Korean culture from throughout the ages at Everland? From history to culture to food, there is a wealth of traditional Korean fare to be […]

Adorned with towering Gingko trees, Garosu-gil is Seoul’s answer to SoHo in New York or Ginza in Tokyo. Located between Sinsa-dong and Apgujeong-dong, Garosu-gil, which means “tree-lined street” in Korean, is a magnet for local and international fashionistas and style gurus. Garosu-gil’s journey to becoming a fashion and lifestyle hotspot began in the 1980s when […]

With over 9,000 employees in over 50 countries, Samsung C&T is a truly global corporation made up of individuals from a diverse range of societies all over the world. Furthermore, Samsung C&T understands that success for a global company is measured not just through the growth of each regional office, but also through that of […]

‘Retro’ style is very much in vogue. Recently, vintage trends from the ‘60s and ‘70s have made a comeback in everything from fashion to music, inducing nostalgia in those who witnessed them first time round and piquing the interest of younger generations in these dynamic decades. This November, retro fever has taken over Everland. Classic […]

What do t-shirts, fishing nets and seat belts have in common? The answer – they are all made of synthetic fiber. Produced from chemicals, synthetic fibers are hair-like strands that can be spun into yarn and turned into fabrics. As products of the laboratory, scientists can manipulate synthetic fibers to achieve a wide range of […]