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The project “Seoul Robot & AI Museum” (RAIM), which won MAA-MELIKE ALTINISIK ARCHITECTS’ international competition, was officially opened to the public in Seoul, South Korea. RAIM, the world’s first pioneering robot & AI museum, will emerge as a pioneering cultural landmark that will become the hub of the fourth industrial revolution in northeastern Seoul. Delivered in collaboration between MAA and Withworks between 2019 and 2024, the project exemplifies cutting-edge architecture and construction methods.
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Architecture Vision and Design Manifesto – MAA’s Architecture Manifesto for RAIM articulates a distinctive design language that leverages robots, AI technology, and smart design and construction methodologies to create immersive worlds for visitors. I am. The museum’s spherical, directionless shape features fluid, organic shapes that resonate with the advanced technology housed within. This dialogue between contemporary architectural expression and technological innovation forms the basis of RAIM’s design philosophy. RAIM’s architectural form is more than just an envelope, it is an integral part of the museum’s story, reflecting the fluidity and dynamism of the AI and robotics field. The building’s design fosters a continuous interaction between its innovative form and the breakthrough technology it showcases.
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RAIM as a Catalyst of Innovation – RAIM is envisioned as a catalyst for the advancement and dissemination of science, technology, and innovation. By inspiring and engaging the community, we aim to significantly contribute to the development of Seoul’s AI industry ecosystem. The museum is strategically located to connect the public with researchers from nearby universities, research institutes, and businesses, and provides space for exhibitions, experiences, and educational programs focused on robotics and AI. I am. This integration of academia, industry and public engagement positions RAIM as an important node in the regional scientific and cultural network. RAIM is integrated into the local cultural fabric through planned exhibitions and collaborations with neighboring cultural and entrepreneurial facilities such as “Changdong Oren,” “Seoul Museum of Photography,” and “Startup and Cultural Industrial Complex.” will be further embedded in. These efforts are expected to contribute to the revitalization of the local economy and the cultural revitalization of the Chang-dong Sanggye area.
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RAIM as a dynamic architectural medium – Merike Altunushuk, MAA’s principal architect, describes RAIM as a living exhibition, where architecture embodies the very smart technologies on display. A museum is not just a space to display robots. We integrate smart technology from design, construction to operations, making it a seamless part of the technological story it presents.
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Visitor Experience and Spatial Dynamics – The visitor experience at RAIM begins at the entrance, where a welcoming robot introduces the journey. The ground floor houses the reception, ticket hall, cafe and shop, establishing a fluid interaction between the external public realm and the internal spaces. A vertical exhibition tunnel at the heart of the museum dissolves the boundaries between the tangible world and the realm of robotics and AI, leading visitors to the permanent and temporary exhibits on the upper floors. Educational and administrative facilities are located on the second floor. There are also two basement levels with parking and technical service facilities. The spatial design aims to guide visitors through a story of scientific and technological progress and evoke a sense of exploration and discovery.
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Innovative construction and building technology – RAIM’s construction reflects the integration of advanced building technology in line with the Fourth Industrial Revolution. The museum was built using smart building technology, with Building Information Modeling (BIM) ensuring accuracy in both design and construction. The process employed Off-Site Construction (OSC) techniques, which enabled the museum’s complex, non-linear geometry to be realized efficiently and with high quality. A spherical exterior with no direction, a fluid-like gate, an escalator tunnel that leads to an unknown world, and a number of nonlinear RAIM shapes all over the place are implemented on the ground by the innovative fourth industrial revolution. Process technology was the beginning of RAIM’s iconic exhibition.
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The fluid spherical design of the exterior was achieved through a combination of digital fabrication and reverse engineering. The construction process includes laser CNC machining and robotic welding, ensuring minimal errors and high precision in the construction of complex facades. The museum’s main architectural feature, the central vertical exhibition tunnel, was constructed using advanced technology normally reserved for the aerospace and marine industries, and features innovative innovations employed throughout the project. This further emphasizes the approach.
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RAIM: A Landmark of the Future – RAIM is more than just a museum. It is a symbol of the future of Korean architecture, science and technology. It embodies the potential of robotics and AI to redefine our built environment and serves as a landmark for Korea’s Fourth Industrial Revolution. It is a testament to the fusion of advanced architectural practice and cutting-edge technology, and heralds a new era in museum design and cultural engagement. Through its smart design and construction, RAIM not only presents the future, but actively participates in its creation, making it a pivotal institution in the continuous evolution of architecture, science and technology. As an architectural and cultural icon, RAIM plays an important role in shaping the discourse on the integration of smart technologies into everyday life and provides a space to consider the ethical and humanitarian implications of these advances.
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