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About Seoul
Seoul is a dynamic city full of the dreams and aspirations of its citizens. It has passionate people, offers a favourable environment for businesses, and upholds universal values that can accommodate different cultures. In Seoul, design is extensively used for education, urban development, product manufacturing and the creation of intellectual property.

The spirit of the culture is evident in Korean design, which has surprised the world with its unique character, strengths and vision. Seoul is growing through design.

Today, Seoul and its citizens are paying attention.

They are interested in what design can do for the city, for the environment and the economy, for their neighbours and for themselves. Design has become a rallying point for Seoulites and they are investing themselves in the possibilities presented by design.

Now, Seoul I poised to make a significant contribution to the development of design and designers through education, promotion of design initiatives, creation of a sustainable environment for its inhabitants and direct involvement of its citizens.

The WDC Seoul 2010 calendar of events is currently being developed.