About | Apluso

AplusO is an international architecture and design studio with offices in Hong Kong & Seoul, founded by Eungsoo Kim and Dohoon Kim. Both alumni of the University of Pennsylvania, the founders bring together diverse professional experiences from New York, Hong Kong and Seoul, respectively. Their shared architectural vision and complementary backgrounds form the foundation of AplusO’s thoughtful and context-driven approach to design.

The studio works across a broad spectrum of projects from residential and commercial developments to cultural and public facilities crafting spaces that are innovative, responsive, and deeply rooted in human experience.

we thrive on collaboration with clients who share our passion for excellence. like our client, we view complex challenges not as obstacles, but as opportunities for creative solutions that deliver exceptional value.

We believe that great architecture has the power to enrich lives, enhance communities, and strengthen our clients’ brands, all while promoting sustainability. Our team has refinesd their expertise in leading international firms across the globe, gaining valuable experience in diverse team structures and a wide array of market sectors, including retail, hospitality, entertainment, office spaces, residential developments, and mixed-use projects.

Together, we can create inspiring spaces that make a lasting impact.

Eungsoo Kim

co-founder

Eungsoo Kim is a distinguished architect with over two decades of experience across the United States, China, South Korea, India, and Hong Kong. He has collaborated with renowned firms such as Cesar Pelli, SOM, and Benoy, and prominent developers like Mapletree. His work focuses on using architecture to enrich lives and communities through sustainable and innovative design.

He holds a Master of Architecture from the University of Pennsylvania and has received notable accolades, including third place in an international competition in Busan, Korea, and the Dales Traveling Fellowship. He is a member of the Tau Sigma Delta Architecture Honor Society.

Beyond his design work, Eungsoo is dedicated to community engagement and education. He has lectured and served as a juror in South Korea and Hong Kong, and is involved with the Korean Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong and the National Unification Advisory Council. He also advises BHM (Breaking Housing Matters) on housing design and financial strategies, highlighting his commitment to creating impactful spaces. His global experience, innovative approach, and focus on sustainability have established him as a visionary in architecture.

Dohoon Kim

co-founder

Dohoon Kim brings a breadth of professional experience from architectural firms in New York and Seoul, and holds architectural licenses in South Korea and New York State, along with LEED AP accreditation.

He received his Master of Architecture from the University of Pennsylvania, where he was awarded the E. Lewis Dales Traveling Fellowship, and his Bachelor of Architecture from Kookmin University.

In addition to his private sector work across a wide range of project types, Dohoon is actively engaged in the public sector through various roles, including as a Public Architect for the Seoul Metropolitan Government and other civic initiatives. He is also a Public Architect for Korea Railroad Corporation (KORAIL), contributing to community-focused and infrastructural design. He currently teaches architectural design studio as an adjunct professor at Kookmin University, further reflecting his commitment to design excellence, public engagement, and education.