Korea · Joseon dynasty (1392–1897)
궁궐 기와
Gunggwol Giwa · Palace Rooftop
Slate-grey ceramic tiles and eaves-end decorations of Gyeongbokgung and Changdeokgung palaces.
In Practice
The palette, applied.
Three mock compositions built only from the colors above — a designer’s proof that cultural palettes translate into production surfaces.
Editorial · Poster
Plaster Wall grounds the field while Brass Hardware carries the display voice — a pairing built for titling weight.
Product · Packaging
Brass Hardware takes the front face; Gate Red returns as a narrow band — a tested retail hierarchy.
Digital · Interface
Plaster Wall canvas, Giwa Slate type, Brass Hardware call-to-action — WCAG-legible contrast without leaving the palette.
Give your design a meaningful narrative — not just a color, but the reason it belongs.
The colors
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기와색
Giwasaek · Giwa Slate
Dark-slate tone of clay roof tiles fired in reduction kilns.
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주칠
Juchil · Gate Red
Deep red lacquer on Gwanghwamun gate columns and beams.
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성돌색
Seongdolsaek · Stone Rampart
Weathered granite of Hanyang fortress walls.
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놋쇠
Notsoe · Brass Hardware
Brass fittings and door hinges polished for royal receptions.
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회벽
Hoebyeok · Plaster Wall
Lime-plaster walls infilling dancheong-painted post-and-beam frames.