Korean Dictionary
How to say "Exterior design" in Korean
“Exterior design” in Korean is 외관 디자인 (pronounced "Oegwan dijain").
외관 디자인
Oegwan dijain
Usage & Context
Design of building's outer appearance. Includes facade and landscaping.
Example Sentence
건물의 외관 디자인이 독특해요.
The building's exterior design is unique.
How to use 외관 디자인 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Exterior design” is 외관 디자인, romanized as Oegwan dijain.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
외관 (Oegwan) sounds like 'Way-gwan'. 'Way' as in 'way to go', and 'gwan' similar to 'gwan' in 'Gwangju'. 디자인 (dijain) sounds like 'Dee-jah-een'. 'Dee' as in 'deep', 'jah' as in 'jar', and 'een' as in 'seen'. Stress is fairly even, with a slight emphasis on '외' and '자'.
More Example Sentences
Complimenting a new building's appearance.
새로 지은 건물의 외관 디자인이 정말 멋져요.
The exterior design of the newly built building is really cool.
Discussing the impact of a design change.
외관 디자인을 바꾸는 것만으로도 건물이 확 달라 보여요.
Just changing the exterior design makes the building look completely different.
Describing a well-known architectural feature.
이 아파트는 독특한 외관 디자인으로 유명해요.
This apartment is famous for its unique exterior design.
Cultural Context
In Korea, especially for commercial buildings and high-end apartments, "외관 디자인" is crucial. Architects often compete to create distinctive and aesthetically pleasing facades. A building's exterior can significantly influence its perceived value and status. Modern Korean architecture often blends traditional elements with contemporary styles, creating unique "외관 디자인" that stand out in the urban landscape.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
건물 외관
Building exterior
외관이 멋지다
The exterior is cool/멋지다
외관을 꾸미다
To decorate the exterior
Related Expressions
내부 디자인
naebu dijain
Interior design
건축 디자인
geonchuk dijain
Architectural design
파사드
pasadeu
Facade (loanword)
경관
gyeonggwan
Scenery, landscape
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