&Premium (Japan) | Dapsimni Gallery GOBOKII: Antiques That Blend into Everyday Life
[TRIP TO SEOUL / Solo Travel to Seoul, South Korea]
If you slow down for a moment amidst the bustling pace of Seoul, you’ll discover pockets of tranquility—spaces that feel like air pockets—in unexpected places.
This journey is a chance to experience everyday life just like a local Seoul resident. Enjoy a peaceful morning stroll, pass by hidden local gems, and head to the Dapsimni gallery “GOBOKII,” where modern sensibilities and tradition coexist. Experience modern Korea through vintage furniture and artifacts.
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CREA (Japan) | Tips on Choosing a Good Antique Shop from GOBOKII
CREA, a magazine published by Bunshun, introduces GOBOKII of Dapsimni as "a shop admired by antique enthusiasts" and shares tips on how to choose a good antique shop and incorporate antiques into your daily life.
The Naver Design Talk | A Treasure Trove Embracing the Beauty of Time: GOBOKII’s Atelier
The Naver Design Talk EP.13: A video featuring an interview with CEO Kim Ji-eun at GOBOKII Atelier on the Dapsimni and Janganpyeong Antique Art Streets, covering the aesthetics of antique furniture and tips for getting started with interior design and antique art.
The Naver | The Story of Antique Furniture, as Told by Kim Ji-eun, CEO of ‘GOBOKII’
The Naver interviewed CEO Kim Ji-eun to mark the reopening of GOBOKII Atelier. The article and video feature interior design tips and advice for those new to antique art.
ELLE DECOR | Antiques Are So Cool — GOBOKII Bridges Tradition and Modernity
GOBOKII is a newcomer to the Dapsimni Antique Market. Run by Kim Seong-ho and Kim Ji-eun, a couple who love vintage items, the shop brings together traditional Joseon-era furniture with Bauhaus and mid-century modern pieces under one roof.