藍色發財車、混亂的巷弄、鐵皮屋頂——這些台灣人習以為常的元素,正在韓國社群掀起一股炫風。自 2024 年 NewJeans 的 MV《How Sweet》來台取景後,促成了某種南韓人觀看台灣的視角,後續包括知名樂團 hyukoh 主唱兼吉他手吳赫的婚紗照,《機智醫生生活》主演演員之一的金大明等,都相繼來台取景拍攝,使得「台灣感性(대만감성)」的標籤在南韓的討論度更勝以往,進一步形成了南韓人來台旅行的風潮。

NewJeans (뉴진스) 'How Sweet' Official MV


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在韓國搜尋引擎網站 Naver 上甚至可以搜出「台北感性街道 5 選」的相關文章,分別列出台北車站補習街、萬華、剝皮寮巷弄、永康街、迪化街等地。但,究竟什麼是「台灣感性(대만감성)」?此文透過編輯視角,盤點幾項韓國人眼中對於「台灣感性」的印象,邀請大家透過不同的視角認識別人眼中的台灣,也許我們習以為常的事物,都有其獨特的樣貌!

01 清新且充滿學生感的調色

從《不能說的秘密》、《那些年我們一起追的女孩》、《我的少女時代》到經典台劇《想見你》。韓國人對台灣的印象,多半始於這些描繪青春的影視劇,藉此形塑出一種專屬於台灣的時空感——綁著馬尾的女孩、雪白的制服、清新的鏡頭語言、奔馳的背影、賺人熱淚的 OST⋯⋯從 2024 年人氣女團 NewJeans 來台拍攝的 MV 便可看出,導演採用的色彩及元素,都是彩度偏低、透著藍光、低對比的清新風格,並且透過鐵道、斑馬線、柑仔店等符號,強化台灣印象,營造出韓國人心中的「台灣感性」風格。

02 不做作、不整齊、充滿魅力的台灣街道

說起「台灣感性(대만감성)」絕不能不提混亂中帶點規律,規律中卻又自然地呈現會亂的「台灣特色」,這些不經意營造出來的氛圍感,也是韓國人眼中台灣感性的重要部分。所謂「台灣感性」中的浪漫成分,就來自道地小吃——地瓜球、芒果冰、阿宗麵線,站在街道上與五顏六色的招牌、五顏六色的人行道與分隔線,隨便一拍,都很有「台」感。但某種程度上,韓國人眼中的「台」又與台灣人原先的認知不盡相同,它總是帶一股清新美好的濾鏡,使缺點不再是缺點,反而從中看見完全不同的台灣氛圍。過去幾年,韓國知名的 IG 名人兼模特兒「Bora Kim」也好幾次來台拍攝,在她攝影師男友鏡頭底下的台灣,從捷運、街道巷弄、西門萬年大樓想弄小吃,都充滿了和諧的魅力。

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除此之外,2024 年底由韓國知名製作人羅 PD 攜手喜愛台灣的演員金大明所推出的 YouTube 節目《跟著大明尋味跟去台灣(맛따라멋따라대명이따라대만따라)》中,也可從其自然不做作的 Vlog 中,看出這樣亂中有序的台灣特色。

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03 充滿濕度的氣息

充滿濕度的氣息感是「台灣感性」不可或缺的元素。這點從 hyukoh 主唱兼吉他手吳赫的婚紗照便可看出端倪。台北的天空永遠不是亮麗的藍,而是蒙上一層灰灰濛濛,有點陰雨的氛圍感——這個令台北人感到煩躁的天氣,在韓國攝影師的鏡頭下,卻呈現出令人意想不到的感性,畫面裡,只見吳赫身穿西裝,搭配著鴨舌帽,黃智敏則以白色蕾絲上衣與褲裝,兩人輕鬆穿梭在台北街景中,台北這座城市的氣息在畫面中瞬間溫柔了許多,彷彿披上一層幸福的濾鏡,習以為常的陰雨天也顯得格外浪漫。

吳赫婚紗照


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04 電影感的濾鏡

比起許多台劇、台灣電影習慣的高彩度、高對比,或者較為混濁的畫面與配色,在韓國導演、製作人鏡頭下的台灣,相較之下,充滿了清新的活力與生機。日前,因參與 Netflix 節目《黑白大廚》而為人所知的「學餐名家」李美英來台參加活動,由其擔任導演的兒子 NAROO 掌鏡拍攝的 Vlog 獲得高度的討論,許多台灣網友直呼:「把台灣拍得太美了吧」、「拍攝能力真強」,可以觀察到在 NAROO 鏡頭下的台灣,充滿了戲劇性的電影感,取景、運鏡和調色都呈現出截然不同的樣貌,蘊含電影感的同時,亦有汲取到韓國人所謂「台灣感性」的調性(朦朧、清新、撞色美),同時也不失 Vlog 親切、接地氣的一面,可以說是近期拍攝台灣的作品中,相當出色的一部。

《學餐名家, 台灣》YouTube


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《學餐名家, 台灣》YouTube


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05 浪漫的復古感

除了清新的學生氣息之外,在韓國導演、YouTuber 以及攝影師鏡頭底下的台灣,總是在其充滿氛圍感的鏡頭語言中,呈現出浪漫且復古的氛圍,台灣各處的獨特地景,甚至是令人感到熟悉的街道,在其鏡頭下都顯得格外的寧靜且浪漫。韓國知名 IG 創作者 seosum(서숨)和伴侶 Daihoon An 在 2023 年春天來台拍攝,從畫面中,可以看到他們兩個身著神似「不能說的秘密」中的學生制服,在淡水老街互動與拍攝,畫面微美且令人神往,留下深刻的台灣印象。

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全球有許多享譽國際的設計獎項,例如普立茲克建築獎 (Pritzker Architecture Prize)、英國皇家建築師學會獎 (RIBA Awards)、美國建築師學會金獎 (AIA Awards) 、德國紅點設計獎 (Red dot design award) 以及德國 iF 設計獎 (iF Design Award) 等等,每個獎項都有其獨特的評選標準與價值觀,推動不同層面的設計發展。

身為國際設計獎項的評審之一,我曾擔任 iF Design Award 和 FRAME Award 的評審委員,而這次,我也有幸參與 2024 世界建築節 (World Architecture Festival,簡稱 WAF) 與世界室內設計節 (Inside World Festival of Interiors,簡稱 INSIDE) “Small Project of the Year” 的評選過程,我希望透過這篇文章,帶你一探 WAF 評選背後的幕後故事。

世界建築節/世界室內設計節 (WAF/INSIDE) 是致力於建築的國際性活動,來自全球各地的建築界人士齊聚慶祝優秀的建築作品。從左到右:Mark Dytham、Nigel Coates、Johnny Chiu and Michael Heenan。

世界建築節/世界室內設計節 (WAF/INSIDE) 是致力於建築的國際性活動,來自全球各地的建築界人士齊聚慶祝優秀的建築作品。從左到右:Mark Dytham、Nigel Coates、Johnny Chiu and Michael Heenan。

圖片來源/WAF 官網

𝟭|評審過程從不只是美麗的照片

2024 年 WAF 吸引來自全球 71 個國家的 350 間事務所,其中包括札哈·哈蒂 (Zaha Hadid)、諾曼·福斯特 (Norman Foster)、BIG (Bjarke Ingels Group) 等知名事務所,共計 800 件作品參賽。評選過程首先仔細篩選,縮減至 480 個入圍專案。在 WAF,獲獎從來不只是因為一張漂亮的照片。評選過程更像是一場馬拉松,一場為期三天的現場競賽,每個入圍團隊都必須親自到現場向評審和聽眾簡報,每組有十分鐘介紹專案,接著是十分鐘與評審的熱烈問答環節。沒有預錄的宣傳影片,只有建築師在現場捍衛自己的理念。

所有入圍建築師必須進行 10 分鐘簡報,接著進行評審的問答環節。

所有入圍建築師必須進行 10 分鐘簡報,接著進行評審的問答環節。

圖片來源/柏成設計

而最關鍵的是——贏得類別獎項並不是終點。各項類別得獎者會進一步競逐「年度大獎 (Project of the Year)」,與全球頂尖作品同台較勁。這意味著,Small Project 不僅能與國際知名專案一較高下,更突顯設計競賽的公平性。在這個舞台上,影響力不取決於專案預算的多寡,而是來自設計的深度與理念的強度。無論是大型開發案還是小型空間,每個專案都被賦予同等機會,只要能夠展現創意與影響力,都有可能脫穎而出。

這次我有幸與兩位業界領袖們並肩評選:

・AJC Architects 的執行長兼設計總監 Michael Heenan,以大膽且永續的澳洲建築聞名
・Dubbeldam Architecture + Design 的負責人的 Heather Dubbeldam,是加拿大永續建築與空間敘事的佼佼者

WAF 官方提醒參賽者:「如未獲得獎項,並不代表評審不喜歡你的設計,他們很可能只是從其他作品看到更多值得讚賞的地方。」

WAF 官方提醒參賽者:「如未獲得獎項,並不代表評審不喜歡你的設計,他們很可能只是從其他作品看到更多值得讚賞的地方。」

圖片來源/柏成設計

我們並非總是意見一致。有評審著重於技術精準度,有評審關注於永續性,而我,作為來自亞洲的評審,更能理解亞洲地區在建築設計上的挑戰與機會。因此,在評選過程中,我也特別關注如何在全球視角下,確保亞洲的建築語境與文化脈絡能夠被完整呈現,不至於讓評選過於偏向西方視角。這些觀點的碰撞,正是 WAF 評選的強大之處—— 它不只是個人觀點,而是一場推動建築向前發展的嚴謹討論。

𝟮|為什麼 Small Project 反而更厲害?

「Small Project of the Year」是個有趣的類別。大型建築或許能用規模取勝,但微型專案的競爭力來自於對智慧與巧思的極致發揮。當預算、空間或材料受限,反而激發出純粹的設計思維,證明偉大的建築不在於規模的大小,而在於創意的深度與所能產生的影響力。

此外,Small Project 提供一個更具包容性的競賽環境,讓來自新興國家的建築師,以及規模較精簡的建築事務所,也能在國際舞台上展現實力。特別是在亞洲,許多建築師較難以接觸大規模專案或擁有龐大的客戶資源,但透過這樣的平台,他們的創意仍然能夠被世界看見,與全球頂尖設計人才同場較勁。這正是這類獎項的價值所在——它提供一個公平競爭的機會,讓更多獨特且具影響力的設計理念得以被發掘與欣賞,甚至改變我們對未來空間的想像。

今年的入圍作品令人驚艷:

・新加坡 Formwerkz Architects 的「寧靜寵物火化場 (Sanctuary Pet Crematorium)」,一個充滿撫慰人心力量的空間,重新定義我們如何與摯愛寵物道別。

新加坡 Formwerkz Architects 的「寧靜寵物火化場 (Sanctuary Pet Crematorium)」

新加坡 Formwerkz Architects 的「寧靜寵物火化場 (Sanctuary Pet Crematorium)」

圖片來源/WAF 官網

・賽普勒斯共和國 Kyriakos Tsolakis Architects 的「國家星象觀測站 (National Star Observatory)」,把觀星的浪漫與景觀完美融合的功能性觀景台。

賽普勒斯共和國 Kyriakos Tsolakis Architects 的「國家星象觀測站 (National Star Observatory)」

賽普勒斯共和國 Kyriakos Tsolakis Architects 的「國家星象觀測站 (National Star Observatory)」

圖片來源/WAF 官網

・中國 LIN Architecture 的「混凝土亭 – 泵站 (Concrete Pavilion-Pumping Station)」,抽水站也能變身為公共建築雕塑。

中國 LIN Architecture 的「混凝土亭 - 泵站 (Concrete Pavilion-Pumping Station)」

中國 LIN Architecture 的「混凝土亭 – 泵站 (Concrete Pavilion-Pumping Station)」

圖片來源/WAF 官網

・日本手塚建築研究所 (Tezuka Architects) 的「Fushi 日式旅館」,室內外空間自然融合,兼顧簡約與優雅。

日本手塚建築研究所 (Tezuka Architects) 的「Fushi 日式旅館」

日本手塚建築研究所 (Tezuka Architects) 的「Fushi 日式旅館」

圖片來源/WAF 官網

最讓我印象深刻的是,每個專案都講述一個強而有力的故事。有些挑戰空間的既定類型,重新詮釋其可能性;有些則在永續性上下足功夫,善用再生材料與智慧型被動式設計。每個細節都精準到位,因為在小型專案中,細節決定成敗。

𝟯|得獎真的重要嗎?

這是一個設計圈永遠都會討論的問題:得到獎項真的那麼重要嗎?

有人認為好的設計不需要外界認可,它自然會發光發熱。也有人相信,獎項能為設計師帶來可信度、知名度和機會,尤其對新興的事務所至關重要。

對我而言,獎項的真正價值不在於捧回獎盃,而在於參與其中的整個過程。提交作品時,建築師必須反思自己的創作,重新釐清設計理念,思考為什麼這個專案值得被看見,並將其置於全球脈絡中進行對話。而在評審面前簡報,更是一場捍衛設計初衷、磨練敘事能力的絕佳機會。

為什麼這個設計值得被看見?它的理念是什麼?它如何在全球的對話中占有一席之地?

為什麼這個設計值得被看見?它的理念是什麼?它如何在全球的對話中占有一席之地?

圖片來源/柏成設計

以今年的得獎者日本手塚建築研究所(Tezuka Architects)為例,他們已在業界深耕數十年,並不需要再靠獎項證明自己。但他們依然選擇參賽,持續挑戰自我。對我來說,這才是最重要的——不要自滿,不要停下前進的腳步。

最後感想:持續突破極限

擔任 WAF/INSIDE 評審,讓我想起比建築更重要的事情:成功不是抵達終點,而是不斷追求更高的目標。無論你是建築師、設計師,或是從事完全不同的領域,這個道理都適用:

・挑戰鞭策自我,時時追問「還能不能更好?」
・即使不被要求,也要勇於迎戰,成長往往藏在過程之中
・永不停止精進自己的技藝,設計的本質就是持續進化

因為到最後,我總是說:「 敢於夢想不可能,方能創造無限可能。

不要自滿,不要停下前進的腳步。

不要自滿,不要停下前進的腳步。

圖片來源/柏成設計

2024 年 WAF 吸引來自全球 71 個國家的 350 間事務所,共計 800 件作品參賽。由 140 位評審組成的專業評審團,從 480 個入圍專案中,精選出 44 項 WAF/INSIDE 類別得獎者及年度大獎得主。資料來源:WAF


What’s Behind a Design Award? Inside the Jury Room at WAF 2024

Design awards always have a bit of mystery around them—who really decides the winners? What happens behind the scenes? And does winning even matter?

There are numerous internationally renowned design awards worldwide, such as the Pritzker Architecture Prize, the RIBA Awards, the AIA Gold Medal, the Red Dot Design Award from Germany, and the iF Design Award from Germany. Each of these awards has its own unique evaluation criteria and values, driving the evolution of design across different dimensions.

The World Architecture Festival / World Festival of Interiors (WAF/INSIDE) is an international event dedicated to architecture, where professionals from around the globe gather to celebrate outstanding architectural works. From Left to Right: Mark Dytham、Nigel Coates、Johnny Chiu and Michael Heenan

The World Architecture Festival / World Festival of Interiors (WAF/INSIDE) is an international event dedicated to architecture, where professionals from around the globe gather to celebrate outstanding architectural works. From Left to Right: Mark Dytham、Nigel Coates、Johnny Chiu and Michael Heenan

Source/WAF Official Website

As one of the judges for international design awards, I have served on the jury for the iF Design Award and the FRAME Award. This time, I am also honored to take part as a jury member for the Small Project of the Year at the World Architecture Festival (WAF) 2024, I got an inside look at the process, the debates, and the drama that unfolds.

There are three big takeaways from my experience:

𝟭|The Jury Process: More Than Just Pretty Pictures

The 2024 WAF attracted 350 firms including big names like Zaha Hadid, Norman Foster, BIG, and alike from 71 countries worldwide, with a total of 800 submissions. The selection process began with a thorough screening, narrowing the entries down to 480 shortlisted projects*. At WAF, winning isn’t just about having the most stunning project photos. The judging process is a three-day live competition, where architecture is put to the test. Each shortlisted team is flown in to present their project in person. Every team gets 10 minutes to present, followed by 10 minutes of intense Q&A. No pre-recorded sales pitches—just architects defending their ideas in real-time.

All shortlisted architects are required to deliver a 10-minute presentation, followed by a Q&A session with the judges.

All shortlisted architects are required to deliver a 10-minute presentation, followed by a Q&A session with the judges.

source/JC. Architecture & Design

And here’s the kicker—winning your category isn’t the final stop. If you take home a category win, you’re entered into the Project of the Year competition, where the best of the best battle it out. This means a small project can go head-to-head with major global icons, proving that impact matters more than scale. This means that smaller projects can stand shoulder to shoulder with globally renowned names, highlighting the fairness of the design competition. Whether it’s a large-scale development or a micro-space, every project is given the same opportunity— influence is not determined by budget size but by the depth of creativity and the power of its impact.

The jury? This year, I had the honor of sitting alongside industry leaders:

・Michael Heenan, CEO and Design Lead at AJC Architects, known for bold, sustainable Australian architecture.
・Heather Dubbeldam, Principal of Dubbeldam Architecture + Design, a Canadian powerhouse blending sustainability and spatial storytelling.

WAF officials remind participants:"Don’t assume that if you did not win the judges did not like what you designed – they almost certainly simply found more to admire in another entry."

WAF officials remind participants:”Don’t assume that if you did not win the judges did not like what you designed – they almost certainly simply found more to admire in another entry.”

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We didn’t always agree. Some jurors focused on technical precision, others on sustainability, as a judge from Asia, I understand the challenges and opportunities in architectural design across the region. Therefore, during the evaluation process, I pay special attention to ensuring that Asia’s architectural context and cultural narratives are fairly represented from a global perspective, preventing the selection from being overly skewed toward a Western viewpoint. It was a battle of minds, but that’s what makes the WAF selection so powerful— it’s not just one person’s opinion, but a rigorous discussion that pushes architecture forward.

𝟮|Why Small is Great

There’s something special about the Small Project of the Year category. Big buildings can impress with scale, but small projects must impress with intelligence. With limited budgets, space, or materials, these projects prove that great architecture isn’t about size—it’s about creativity and impact.

Moreover, small-scale projects create a more inclusive competitive environment, allowing architects from smaller countries and smaller architectural firms to showcase their talents on the international stage. This is especially significant in Asia, where many architects have limited access to large-scale projects or extensive client resources. Through such platforms, their creativity can still be recognized globally, enabling them to compete alongside top design talents from around the world. This is precisely the value of these awards—they provide a fair opportunity for competition, allowing more unique and influential design concepts to be discovered and appreciated, even shaping the way we envision future spaces.

This year’s shortlist was a showcase of innovation:

・Sanctuary Pet Crematorium by Formwerkz Architects (Singapore) – A deeply moving, tranquil space that transforms how we say goodbye to pets.

Sanctuary Pet Crematorium by Formwerkz Architects (Singapore)

Sanctuary Pet Crematorium by Formwerkz Architects (Singapore)

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・National Star Observatory by Kyriakos Tsolakis Architects (Cyprus) – A functional observatory that blends seamlessly into the landscape.

National Star Observatory by Kyriakos Tsolakis Architects (Cyprus)

National Star Observatory by Kyriakos Tsolakis Architects (Cyprus)

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・Concrete Pavilion-Pumping Station by LIN Architecture (China) – A pumping station turned architectural sculpture.

Concrete Pavilion-Pumping Station by LIN Architecture (China)

Concrete Pavilion-Pumping Station by LIN Architecture (China)

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・Fushi by Tezuka Architects (Japan) – A perfect fusion of interior and exterior, balancing simplicity with elegance.

Fushi by Tezuka Architects (Japan)

Fushi by Tezuka Architects (Japan)

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What struck me the most was how each project told a powerful story. Some challenged typologies, redefining what certain spaces could be. Others tackled sustainability, using reclaimed materials and smart passive design. Every project was precise—because in small projects, every single detail counts.

𝟯|Do Awards Even Matter?

Here’s the big debate—is winning a design award actually important?

Some argue that good design should stand on its own, without the need for external validation. Others believe that awards give architects credibility, visibility, and opportunities, especially for emerging firms.

For me, the value of an award isn’t just in holding a trophy—it’s in the process. Submitting a project forces architects to reflect on their work, articulate their ideas, and engage in a global conversation. Presenting in front of a jury means having to defend your decisions and refine your storytelling.

Why does this design deserve to be seen? What is its core concept? How does it secure a place in the global conversation? Presenting in front of the judges is not just about showcasing a project—it's a process of defending your design decisions.

Why does this design deserve to be seen? What is its core concept? How does it secure a place in the global conversation? Presenting in front of the judges is not just about showcasing a project—it’s a process of defending your design decisions.

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Take Tezuka Architects, this year’s winner of Small Project of the Year. They’ve been in the industry for decades. They don’t need awards. Yet they still compete. They still put themselves out there, and still challenge themselves. That, to me, is what matters—never settling, never stopping.

Final Thoughts: Keep Pushing Boundaries

Being on the WAF jury this year reminded me of something bigger than architecture:

Success isn’t about reaching a finish line—it’s about always striving for more.

Whether you’re an architect, designer, or in a completely different field, the lesson is the same:

・Push yourself.
・Compete, even when you don’t have to.
・Never stop refining your craft.

Because in the end, I often say: “ Those who dare to dream the impossible are the ones who shape the future.

Never settling, never stopping.

Never settling, never stopping.

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The 2024 World Architecture Festival (WAF) attracted 350 firms from 71 countries worldwide, totalling 800 project entries. A professional jury of 140 judges carefully selected 44 WAF/INSIDE category winners and the overall grand prize winners from a shortlist of 480 projects. Source:WAF