starfield Suwon, Suwon’s largest cultural complex

opening in 2024, Starfield Suwon willbe the largest shopping mall in southern Gyeonggi Province, with eight floors below ground and eight floors above ground, and a total gross floor area of 100,000 square meters. as a “second-generation Starfield” proposed by Shinsegae Properties, it was designed to be a cultural experience space for the 2040s, moving away from the existing family-oriented space.

in line with the concept of “Stay Field,” the mall features a variety of cultural contents and brands where you can eat, rest, and experience.

1. byeolmadang Library Suwon – The overwhelming scale of the 22-meter skyscraper bookshelves

the centerpiece of Starfield Suwon is undoubtedly the Starfield Library. the Byeolmadang Library, which was a huge hit at COEX in Seoul, is located in the central space on the 4th through 7th floors, and is designed as a vertical structure with a bookcase height of 22 meters.

while the original Coex emphasized curves and warmth, the Suwon branch has straight lines and angular structures, creating a more grandiose impression. it has gone beyond the concept of a shopping mall with books and has become a cultural library in a shopping mall.

• grand Steer: A stair-style stand where anyone can sit and relax
• byeolmadang Kids: A library exclusively for children on the 3rd floor, popular among families

2. LP Cafe ‘Vinyl Starfield Suwon’ – A romantic encounter between books and music

on the fifth floor,right next to the library, is the Vinyl Starfield Source, where you can listen to LPs. this space, where you can listen to vinyl musicagainst the backdrop of the starfield library overlooking the library from the ceiling, is a cultural refuge for those who want to find their own rhythm amidst the hustle and bustle.

deepen your reading experience with a hand-picked LP and a cup of coffee.

3. personalized brand selections – fashion, interiors, and even pets

starfield Suwon has attracted a variety of editorial shops and lifestyle brands to cater to the area’s millennial families and 1020s.

• obscura: an editorial store for designer brands
• dude I’m Shop: a shoe-centric edit shop
• arket, Massimo Dutti: Sensitive European lifestyle brands
• pet-friendly spaces: Multiple indoor and outdoor areas to enjoy with your furry friend

the seamless blending of shopping and lifestylerealizes the concept of a “mall where you stay.

4. a platform for cultural events

the Suwon branch of Byeolmadang Library will host various cultural events such as author lectures, classical performances, and exhibition programs in the future. with a viewing area between the library stacks, visitors can relax and be inspired by the exhibits and performances they stumble upon.