Parkimism
Parkimism is a contemporary cultural movement that emerged in South Korea during the early 2010s. The term combines the Korean surname Park with the suffix "-ism," and it was first used by the artist Park Im-hee, who began exhibiting works that blended traditional Korean motifs with modern digital media. The movement has since grown beyond visual art to influence architecture, literature, fashion and urban planning.
At its core, Parkimism emphasizes the harmonious coexistence of heritage and innovation. Practitioners seek to reinterpret
The movement has visibly impacted Seoul’s urban development. Projects such as the “Seoul Heritage Tower,” designed
Academic studies of Parkimism appear in Korean universities’ art history, design, and cultural studies departments. Scholars