The article narrates how Do Ho Suh's father built a traditional hanok, drawing inspiration from a royal residence. His father's quest to preserve traditional architectural values amid Korea's westernization left a significant impact on Suh. Over six years, his father salvaged materials and worked with artisans, including a master carpenter whose remarkable skills amazed young Suh. This experience of observing the construction instilled a sense of wonder and creativity in Suh, influencing his artistic journey.
When my father contacted him, he had a job repairing people's doors. Suh visited the construction site almost daily as the house slowly took shape over six years.
Suh recalls being awed by the experience when the master carpenter made only two measurements, calculating all other dimensions in his head.
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