Yunhee Choe
International Associate American Institute of Architects

LEED Accredited Professional

Yunhee Choe is renowned for infusing her architectural creations with a blend of philosophical and medical perspectives. With over 20 years of experience, she excels at creating designs that uniquely engage users and has demonstrated success leading diverse teams through large, rigorous, and complex international projects. Her work includes architecture, urbanism, art and film. 

After working for GS Group, she founded YC in 2007, securing a diverse portfolio of clients and presenting her own architectural television programs, in addition to serialized magazine pieces. In 2019, she expanded her firm from Tokyo and Seoul to New York, where she continues to lead her eponymous firm. Current work focuses on creating a healthy environment, grounded in original research.

She published Vorstellung and Croissant, which introduce a redefined perspective on space and embody her philosophy. As part of her sustainability efforts, she recently exhibited furniture and lighting made from Kenaf in New York and Chicago and beyond, and was featured as an exemplary case at the government sustainability conference in Malaysia.

Founded and led by Yunhee Choe, our architecture and urban design practice is based in New York, Tokyo, and Seoul, significantly impacting human health and well-being, and contributing to positive societal change.

Healthy Built Environment

We believe the built environment encompasses everything, including aspects of medicine. Just as the human body and man-made structures share the need for well-designed forms that counteract gravity, we see that the environment directly influences human health. Through our approach, we create environments that encourage correct physical activity and redefine the concept of well-being.

Environmental Philosophy

We view the built environment as a profound language that shapes the narrative of life. We believe that the environment serves as a medium through which individuals can craft their own narratives, while also offering a context that accommodates a broad spectrum of meanings. Our practice is committed to creating environments that enhance the unique narratives of humanity.

Community Development

We recognize the fundamental significance of the built environment, spanning from individual structures to entire neighborhoods and cities. By engaging in collaborative design processes with communities and stakeholders, we create environments that align with local values, address community needs, and promote social equity and the economic development.

We have a diverse team of talented international architects, designers, and partners, all committed to creating healthier spaces, fostering human development, and contributing to a better world. Our journey entails continuous learning, research, experimentation, and innovation.

We are actively seeking interns, designers, and experienced project leaders to join our team and collaborate closely on innovative projects spanning various scales and typologies. Candidates for these positions are passionate about creative problem-solving, eager to make the world better, and committed to thinking beyond the norm. Join us on our journey to build the future with us.