Features

Why Have We Seen a Rise in Glass Buildings Over the Years?

September 18, 2017

Scan the skyline of any major city, there’s a good chance you can quickly spot a building with a sleek glass façade. Glistening in sunlight by day, illuminating the skyline by night, glass buildings insert vibrancy into the urban landscape. For those inhabiting these structures, their transparent exteriors offer magnificent views, creating dynamic connections between […]

‘Queen of the Curve’ Zaha Hadid’s Legacy of Fluidity Lives on

September 8, 2017

An outpour of tributes followed Zaha Hadid’s sudden passing last year, attempting to fill the void that the 65-year-old architect had left in the field. Many dubbed her fearless, visionary, iconic, larger than life, groundbreaking, and highly experimental. To others she was a diva, a caffeine-loving, chain-smoking ‘Queen of the Curve;’ a rock star; designer […]

Lessons from Myanmar CSR: Giving Back and Gaining More

September 5, 2017

There are plenty of sprawling cities around the world, which see development in downtown areas spill over to residential neighborhoods and eventually to surrounding communities. But that’s not yet the case when it comes to Myanmar’s capital, Yangon. The hustle and bustle of the city comes to a full stop at the northern banks of […]

Samsung C&T Hong Kong Celebrates 40 Years on the Island

August 30, 2017

This is the third installment in a series of articles profiling the people and the businesses at Samsung C&T’s branch offices around the world. The following story focuses on Samsung C&T’s office in Hong Kong. Please refer to the second installment for information about Samsung C&T’s office in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Employees at Samsung C&T Hong […]

Public Transportation in Seoul: A Miracle for 12 Million

August 25, 2017

Earlier this year, Seoul city rolled out special buses for commuters in a few key locations across the city. Instead of covering a full route, they operate during busy morning hours in addition to existing buses, shuttling people back and forth between high-demand areas. This is a simple example of how the city responds to […]

Everland Tailored for Kids Part 2: Indoor Spaces for Creativity

August 25, 2017

What do you do if you’ve promised the kids a day at the amusement park but find ominous, dark clouds rolling in? Rain or shine, there’s a plan mapped out right here for you. Take your kids to indoor spaces and let their imagination run wild at Everland. Bubbling with Creativity: Kids Village Kids Village is […]

Dominique Perrault’s Works Are a Beautiful Amalgamation of Old & New

August 22, 2017

Attention architecture fans, this year the Samsung C&T built Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP) and COEX Convention & Exhibition Center in Seoul will co-host the prestigious triennial International Union of Architects (UIA) 2017 from September 3rd to 9th. Keynote speakers include Patrik Schumacher, a representative from the late Zaha Hadid’s Architecture firm, and Dominique Perrault. For more […]

Everland Tailored for Kids Part 1: Outdoor Adventures

August 21, 2017

Have you ever planned a trip to the amusement park with your children or niece and nephew only to realize you have no idea which rides and attractions are best suited for them? Even for young children, there are many more options that go beyond the merry-go-round. If you want to make sure the little […]

A Sun Smart Summer Essential

August 16, 2017

Whether you’re out catching waves, sitting by a pool in the sun, or enjoying thrill rides at a water park, you’re bound to see not only a bevy of colorful swimsuits but also rash guards in all shapes and styles. Rash guards have carved out a central place for themselves in the world of water […]

Steel Industry Outlook: What Lies Ahead?

August 14, 2017

The views expressed in this editorial are the author’s own, and do not necessarily reflect the official opinion of Samsung C&T Corporation. Just a year ago, dark clouds were hovering over the steel industry, which was facing higher trade barriers from governments looking to shield their local producers from cut-throat competition created by overcapacity and low import […]