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Sustainable Landscapes in the Traditional Korean Residential Environment: Focus on the Joseon Dynasty

Hyung-Suk Kim, Kyu‐Won Kim

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This study examines sustainable landscapes in traditional Korean houses of the Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910) by investigating urban agricultural practices in the palace, private houses, and an imaginary garden called Uiwon. It discusses the definition and range of urban agriculture, agricultural methods, and the principal agents involved in gardening, comparing traditional and modern South Korean housing environments.