THE MEANING OF 'LIFE-CULTURE DOCUMENTATION' IN NEIGHBORHOOD REGENERATION IN SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA

This study was initiated when the partial demolition of the site began for the housing redevelopment and maintenance project of the Muak redevelopment zone 2. The interviews of media and residents suggested a possibility that this region had been 'Okbaraji Alley(alley for families looking after prisoners)'. This study was conducted in the following process in order to investigate and record the life culture of a historically controversial old residential area before the redevelopment was completed. First, historical literature, prior studies and media data were investigated. Second, the current status, actual survey and physical changes were recorded. Third, life and culture were recorded through oral statement and written records.

Research on life culture is meaningful, which can determine whether neighborhood regeneration can be carried out prior to economic regeneration, and whether it can be developed while preserving the life cultural heritage in the area.