Water makes people gather and connects individuals into a community. In the past, people gathered around wells to fetch water, naturally forming relationships with their neighbors. However, in cities, most bodies of water were buried underground due to river covering projects implemented in the 1900s for efficient land use. Additionally, with the widespread availability of water and sewage systems, the way people use water has become more individual. As rivers were covered, urban environments lost spaces where people could casually encounter one another. By leveraging the material and social characteristics of water, we propose new rest areas that facilitate these spontaneous meetings in alignment with modern lifestyles.

Water Weaves is located on the boundary between Yongsan Park and Haebangchon. Yongsan is home to people of various nationalities, gender identities, and age groups, each with their own unique identities and personalities. This project aims to create points of contact where neighbors can meet, connecting the diverse individuals living in this area. Yongsan Park was a closed space for over a hundred years, surrounded by walls and barbed wire. With the opening of Yongsan Park, we seek to reconnect the previously isolated residential area with the park.

To apply the flowing characteristics of water to the space, we used circular pipes and various height differences. Unlike square shapes, circular pipes efficiently allow water to flow completely without stagnation. The height differences in the pipes change the speed of the flowing water, which in turn alters the activities of people in these water-filled spaces. In areas where water falls, people can enjoy the breeze and the view. In areas with slow-moving water, people can rest and listen to the sound of water. In areas with still water, people can immerse themselves and relax.