# Photograph-Centric Museums Jadriv Architektur & 1990uao Design the Photography Seoul Museum of Art By Amy Duong | Published 2025-06-01 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/photography-seoul-museum-of-art References: [1990uao.kr](https://1990uao.kr/)  The Photography Seoul Museum of Art, also known as PhotoSeMA has just opened its doors this past month and it is designed by the collaborative works of Australian firm Jadriv Architektur and Korean firm 1990uao Architects. The dynmaic museum is defined by its [twisted facade](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-quartet-songzhuang-z-museum) which functions as the main landmark. It marks the fluidity and transformative nature of literal photographs. The Photography Seoul Museum of Art has six levels -- four of which are above ground and two are below. It has a total area of 7,048 square meters with an emphasis on the connection between light and space. The large surfaces are made with [concrete](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crow-museum-of-asian-art), and it pairs with the filtered lighting to induce introspection and art appreciation. Image Credit: Jadric Architektur and 1990uao Architects ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.1/10 - Popularity: 12% | Activity: 8% | Freshness: 42% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Interactive Exhibit Design:** Museums incorporating interactive elements cater to tech-savvy audiences, enhancing visitor engagement and deepening artistic appreciation. - **Architectural Fluidity:** Innovative architectural designs inspired by artistic elements challenge conventional building aesthetics, providing dynamic visual experiences. - **Lighting Innovation in Museums:** Advanced lighting solutions in museums create immersive spaces that elevate the perception and emotional connection with the art. ### Where This Applies - **Cultural Architecture:** The intersection of art and architecture in cultural buildings presents novel opportunities for creative expression and visitor attraction. - **Photographic Art Spaces:** Dedicated spaces for photographic art in urban settings foster community engagement and support the growth of contemporary visual culture. - **Lighting Design and Technology:** Specialized lighting design tailored for art installations enhances both artistic display and architectural environments. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Parametric Cultural Museums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seoul-robot-ai-museum.md) - [Cascading Aluminum Pipe Museums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audeum-museum.md) - [Textured Glass Landmarks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/helsinki-design-and-architecture-museum.md) - [Environmentally Harmonious Museums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/naoshima-new-museum-of-art.md) - [Spaceship-Like Robot Museums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seoul-robot-ai.md) - [White Concrete Boxy Museums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/museum-of-modern-art.md) - [Architecturally Intricate Museums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-for-architecture.md) - [University Art Landmarks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/princeton-university-art-museum.md) - [Art Museum Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xiao-feng-art-museum.md)