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What is upcycle?

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It is a portmanteau of 'upgrade' and 'recycle' and refers to a further step evolved from 'recycle'
that involves adding artistic value to discarded goods and regenerating them into new works or products.

What is Gwangmyeong Upcycle Art Center? Gwangmyeong Upcycle Art Center opened on June 12, 2015 as Korean first upcycle art facility where various exhibitions, design classes, and events are held under the theme of ‘Upcycle.’

Upcycle art exhibition

Various projects that have been pursued include a upcycle art exhibition displaying beautiful upcycled artwork made from recycled materials,

Upcycle DIY class

Upcycle DIY class to make various furniture and fashion accessories using discarded waste material

Youth-oriented upcycling classes

A youth-oriented upcycling classes where the youth and children can reach their dreams through upcycling classes fusing various genres such as architecture, performance, fashion, and webtoons

Social contribution

Social contribution that collaborates with local companies to turn products donated by companies into upcycled furniture and fashion accessories and donate them to local social contribution organizations

Upcycle idea contest

Upcycle idea contest that discovers brilliant and inspiring upcycle ideas and develops them into content for the center.

Since 2018

With the keen interest garnered from overseas since 2018,
we have showcased the works of Korean upcycle artists in countries such as Germany and Italy.

On the heels of these consistent challenge-taking and concerted efforts, in 2019,
we were selected for the Public contest hosted by Gyeonggi-do Province to expand and operate the Gyeonggi Cultural Creation Hub,
as we strive to provide art, culture, and class services, as well as support for startups focusing on upcycling and eco-design.

Gwangmyeong Upcycle Art Center has been transformed into a hub for upcycling and eco-design startups by providing multi-faceted support such as space, commercialization funds, startup classes, distribution and sales channel support to prospective entrepreneurs who want to start upcycling and eco-friendly businesses

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