National Maritime Museum Signage & Space Renewal Project [2024 IDEA Award Finalist]

Opened in 2012, the National Maritime Museum is Korea’s first maritime museum, located right next to the sea. After more than a decade of operation, the museum faced significant wear and deterioration—including corrosion of outdoor signage and aging interior facilities. Design Group MECA led a comprehensive renewal project, identifying core issues and proposing sustainable, human-centered solutions. With the theme “The Sea and Humanity”, we utilized eco-friendly materials to redesign and upgrade both interior and exterior elements, enhancing functionality, aesthetics, and longevity throughout the space.1