The name "Seolhaeone" signifies the mountains of Seorak, the sea of the East Sea, and the garden that encompasses them both. Accordingly, the gabled roof used in the Seolhaeone Clubhouse is a uniquely designed canopy inspired by the geographical meeting point of mountain and sea. Unlike a typical triangular gabled roof, this one features a distinctive form with double-curved surfaces connecting triangles and a horizontal line. This form metaphorically embodies the contours of Seorak's mountains and the horizon of the East Sea, translating them into architectural form.
The gable of Seolhaeone serves as a formal identity that reorganizes the massing of the extension consistently and acts as a medium of light that brings diverse volumetric experiences to the space. In the case of the Seolhaeone Clubhouse canopy, the structural form itself is designed to be perceived as an aesthetic object.
From the side view, the design emphasizes horizontal stability and structural dynamism. The V-shaped structural members supporting the 44-meter-long horizontal wooden structure and the 8.8-meter front cantilever beams are triangular frames that are splayed at 18 degrees and tilted approximately 4 degrees forward. This asymmetric interpretation of the V-shaped structure aims to express a dynamic aesthetic. From the front view, the design seeks to convey a sense of structural stability and a reinterpretation of Korean aesthetics. The 17 V-shaped structural components, each set at varying angles, are dynamically combined both vertically and horizontally. These form a symmetrical slope with the upper Seolhaeone gable, ensuring structural and formal stability. The upper horizontal beam is visually tapered at both ends to blend with the V-shaped structure below, inspired by the Baehullim(Korean entasis) technique used in the columns of the Muryangsujeon Hall at Buseoksa Temple. This design choice contributes to a sense of visual balance. Furthermore, the upper horizontal beams and the V-shaped structural members are reinforced with a steel truss system to ensure structural integrity against lateral forces.
The corridor is composed of repeating U-shaped units in two patterns. Functionally connecting the Seolhae Hot Springs and the Clubhouse, it forms a strong horizontal axis at the front, creating a powerful first impression of Seolhaeone for visitors. The repetitive rhythm of the front façade was designed with constructability and aesthetic continuity in mind. To visually connect with the scenery of the garden in the rear, the width of the louvers was adjusted to match the pedestrian eye level. The structural elements were built with steel framing and finished with wood to allow for fireproofing and easier adaptation in case of future interior remodeling.
The Seolhaeone Clubhouse was designed so that its canopy would be remembered as an iconic element, revealed through a sequential experience: from the main entry axis and driving way to the drop-off zone, the curved segment at the drop-off zone, and the view from the parking area. Visitors approach from the axis, first encountering the horizontal glulam wooden beams seemingly floating above a pond.