Features

Effortless Styling for All Occasions: Why Plaid is Leading F/W ’18 Fashion
September 14, 2018
Plaid, or ‘check’ pattern, has seen a resurgence recently thanks to nostalgia for 80s-style and 90s-style prints, as well as demand for flexible, effortlessly trendy fashions that can contribute to a calmer and more hassle-free lifestyle. Plaid is back once again as a key staple of F/W ’18 fashions, the perfect transition weather style. Given […]

Underground Roads – The Future of Urban Transportation?
September 13, 2018
As city populations around the world continue to grow, so does the need to find infrastructure solutions able to support the mobility of inhabitants. Given the saturation of existing metropolitan spaces, underground roads could be the perfect solution for future urban transportation problems. Going Underground 55% of the world’s population live in urban areas, a […]

Building Community: How Samsung C&T Volunteers are Connecting Abroad
September 10, 2018
Nestled on the southern bank of the Yangon River, Dala Township is a humble neighbor to Myanmar’s bustling capital, Yangon. Here in this remote village is where the Samsung C&T Trading Group have been volunteering for the last three years to help build school infrastructure. The small fishing village is still largely rural, characterized by […]

Thrills, Chills, and Parties: A Guide to Korea’s Halloween Haunts
September 6, 2018
It’s the time of year for ghouls, ghosts, and goblins to adorn storefronts as excitement for Halloween winds up. Though not a holiday traditionally celebrated in Korea, in recent years Halloween has become more popular for both kids and adults as they celebrate fall. In fact, a 2015 study by online retailers showed that […]

How Samsung C&T Celebrated Eid al-Adha in Morocco
September 5, 2018
For two days at the end of August, Muslims around the world gathered with their families to celebrate Eid al-Adha. Also known as the Feast of Sacrifice, the sacrificing of sheep, and sharing the meat with neighbors and the less fortunate stands at the heart of the holiday tradition. In Morocco, a Muslim-majority country in […]

Corporate Responsibility, Environmental Action: Samsung C&T’s 2018 CSR Report
August 31, 2018
This summer has seen the globe face record temperatures, a harsh reminder of the very real effects climate change is having on our planet. Most scientists agree that the main cause of global warming is human expansion of the ‘greenhouse effect’, and so it has never been more important that global businesses do their part […]

Athleisure For Any Occasion: Finding Your Perfect Sporty Fit
August 30, 2018
‘Athleisure’ is a fusion of sportswear and fashion that has been popular amongst sports aficionados, style-conscious millennials and Fashion Week designers alike for the past few years. Its popularity shows no sign of abating anytime soon, thanks to growing consumer interest in flexible fashions and wellness-friendly trends. A recent report by Allied Market Research predicted that […]

Building the Engine of Growth: Qatar’s Umm Al Houl Power Plant
August 29, 2018
Packed with luxurious hotels and shopping centers, it’s hard to imagine Qatar was once a humble fishing and pearling port. Fueled by its large oil and natural gas reserve, the small nation on the Arabian Peninsula developed into the world’s richest country in just 60 years. There are no signs that the Gulf state’s transformation […]

From Thrill-seeking to Relaxing: An All-Ages Guide to Everland
August 27, 2018
From spending an endearing afternoon watching monkeys and pandas, to getting an adrenaline rush on rides like the T-Express, Everland has something to offer visitors of all ages. Whether you’re bringing toddlers, teenagers, or grandma and grandpa for a day in the park, there are attractions for everyone to enjoy. Check out our recommendations to […]

Painting with Plants: A Day in the Life of a Landscape Architect
August 22, 2018
As urban areas continue to grow and sustainability dominates policy making, there is now a recognition that landscape architecture offers much more than aesthetic value. Aside from beautifying our cities, countless research have shown that urban green spaces can also bring people from different backgrounds together and enhance our psychological and physical wellbeing. The dramatic transformation of neighborhoods […]