How could visiting Seoul be described in a way that allows someone else to feel like they are right there? What to say? What perspectives to choose?

What Should I Say—About Seoul takes the reader on a path less traveled: the work and daily-life of Korean designers; but not just as a spectator. The book gives a glimpse into South Korean society that is not so common after all; some insights into the Seoul work experience appear grim at places, colored by the ongoing pandemic that forced people to cut down on social interactions. The experiences of Korean-German designers are also included in the book.

The modern workplace can be a very mixed bag at times and bad working conditions plague the creative industry worldwide. Speaking about these experiences allows us to feel less isolated and work towards change—so it is not all doom and gloom.

Designed by Clara Weinreich

Published by Slanted Publishers
Second edition, 2023

Edited by Omid Fröhlich, Youjin Kim, and David Wiesner

Softcover, 192 pages, color and b&w, 6.7 × 11 inches

ISBN: 978-3-94-844045-9