High Society

Welcome, scholars of sociology and modern urban wealth, to Gangnam, the undisputed epicenter of South Korean affluence and the setting for our exploration of the 2015 drama, 'High Society'. As noted in our source materials,…

We begin our detailed analysis on the luxury boulevards of Cheongdam-dong, the most exclusive enclave within Gangnam. Here, the flagship stores of global fashion houses stand as modern temples of consumption. …

Though situated slightly east in Jamsil, the omnipresent spire of the Lotte World Tower—the tallest building in Korea, as noted in our sources—dominates the Gangnam skyline and serves as our next focal point. This architectural…

We now step inside the massive COEX Mall to visit the Starfield Library, a stunning two-story marvel featuring 13-meter high bookshelves filled with over 50,000 books. This visually arresting space, highly popular for its 'cool…

Our final specific section brings us to the luxurious marinas along the Han River in the Apgujeong/Jamwon area. While earlier we discussed the Han River as a democratic space for fried chicken and cheap beer, this section of the…

As we conclude our exploration of 'High Society' amidst the affluent landscape of Gangnam, we must reflect on the profound sociological critique embedded within this glamorous drama. Through our spatial journey, we have examined…