Korean Residential Architecture of Joseon Dynasty Through The Kingdom of a Thousand Years

The novel “The Kingdom of a Thousand Years” by Kim Kyung-uk is based on a true story from history when three Dutch sailors drifted into Joseon during the 17th century. Through the narration of Jan Jansz Weltevree – the first Westerner to set foot in Joseon, the life, society, and people of Joseon are perceived and depicted in a fresh and unfamiliar way, different from the evaluations of Koreans or Easterners. This study focuses on examining the architecture and culture of the people in Joseon to understand the diverse types of houses for each social class during the Joseon period, while also identifying similarities and differences with the architecture of houses in Vietnam.