The Hanok style - The inspiration for our model SEOUL
There are moments when we stop and feel the connection we as humans have with nature. These moments are characterized by harmony, calm and beauty.
In the MAGNA Atelier we strive to realize exactly this natural connection to nature in our table designs.
The Hanok style, the quintessence of Korean architecture and philosophy of life, has inspired us to integrate the deep and inseparable relationship between man and nature in a new way into our natural stone tables, with the SEOUL model as a pioneer of this new design direction.
The deep roots of the Hanok style in Korea
The Hanok style has its roots in the so-called Hanok houses and is more than just an architectural tradition - it is an ode to nature, a poetic expression of the human condition to live in harmony with nature.
The oldest Hanok houses can be traced back to the Three Kingdoms period of Korea (57 BC to 668 AD), but it was during the Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910) that the Hanok style reached its peak developed a characteristic form and meaning. This traditional form of architecture was influenced by the principles of Confucianism and Taoism, which placed great emphasis on harmony, balance and harmony with nature.
At a time when people still lived according to the rhythm of the seasons, Hanok houses were designed to absorb the forces of nature and incorporate them into the architecture. The construction method was based on “Baesanimsu”, the principle of sitting in the mountains and looking at the water, which meant that the houses created a bridge between people and their surroundings.
Hanok houses were built from natural materials such as wood, stone, clay and rice paper, reflecting Koreans' respect for nature and the natural landscape. The architecture followed the principle of harmony and balance, with a close connection between indoor and outdoor spaces to enable living in harmony with nature.
Over time, the design concept of the Hanok style has been expanded and integrated into modern interior design. Today he inspires interior design through his use of natural materials, clean lines and open space. The Hanok concept combines traditional elements with modern aesthetics, creating an environment that is both functional and calming - a place where people and nature unite harmoniously.
This harmony, this deep understanding of the rhythms of nature, is what makes the Hanok style so special.
Hanok is a reminder that we do not exist separately from nature, but are part of it - a philosophy that we at MAGNA Atelier also feel and want to implement in every fiber of our work.
The SEOUL coffee table as our first Hanok style model
Our SEOUL coffee table brings the traditional Hanok style directly to your living room. Inspired by Korean architecture, it features clean lines, natural materials and simple elegance. The 4 cm thick natural stone slab is particularly high-quality and sits on three solid walnut legs.
The round shape of the table is reminiscent of the simple beauty of Korean home decor and fits harmoniously into any environment.
The SEOUL coffee table combines tradition and modernity - the perfect complement for cozy autumn days with a touch of Far Eastern aesthetics.
The path of Hanok style into modern interior design
Over time, the Hanok style in Korea was replaced by more modern architectural styles, particularly during the country's rapid economic growth and urbanization in the 20th century.
But in recent decades there has been a renaissance of the Hanok style, particularly as part of the global trend towards sustainable, nature-connected living. This has led to the Hanok style also gaining popularity in modern interior design worldwide.
This rediscovery of the Hanok style can be attributed to many people's longing for a life in harmony with nature and a return to authentic, sustainable materials. The focus on natural elements, open space concepts and harmony between indoor and outdoor spaces that characterize the Hanok style have helped it find its way into contemporary interior design.
In modern apartments and houses, the Hanok style is now often interpreted through the use of natural materials, clean lines and organic shapes. The traditional Ondol heating system - an underfloor heating system that provides cozy warmth in winter - is taken up, as is the use of wooden beams, rice paper sliding doors and muted color palettes that recreate the calming feeling of a traditional Hanok house in modern spaces.
The Hanok style in the MAGNA Atelier
Modern people long for a place where they can relax from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and feel a connection to nature again.
The Hanok style meets exactly this need by creating spaces that remind us that we are part of nature. The use of natural materials, the orientation of the spaces towards light and air, and the awareness of the surroundings make the Hanok style a perfect choice for our handcrafted natural stone tables .
The motivation to bring the living space into a harmonious dialogue with nature fits perfectly with the sustainable approach of the MAGNA Atelier. More and more people are attracted to a natural living concept in the hope of finding a more conscious, decelerated life in a world full of technology and stress.
For us at MAGNA Atelier, it is this deep respect for nature and the search for an authentic connection to our environment that makes the Hanok style so fascinating.
By drawing inspiration from this Korean philosophy, we create Hanok-driven natural stone tables that capture the essence of this traditional style and bring it to life in modern living spaces - a perfect symbiosis of people, nature and design.
