IN PHOTOS: A look back at the most iconic sets that appeared in Hyun Bin’s K-Dramas
We’re crushing on all the sets that are as swoon-worthy as this oppa
He’s stolen hearts across the globe for his dashing portrayals of heroes. Hyun Bin, our leading man of the hour, has endeared us to various K-Drama characters he has brought to life. There’s the claustrophobic department store CEO, the fearless game developer and the emotionally reserved North Korean soldier. In all of these roles, we couldn’t help but pay attention to the sets in which the characters take shape. After all, so much effort goes into making them, for they are tools that aid in K-Dramas, popular for the details that are invested in building up their narratives.
Secret Garden
In Secret Garden where Hyun Bin plays Kim Ju-Won, the handsome yet egotistical CEO of a department store who falls in love with a stunt woman (played by Ha Ji Won), we were taken to architecturally stellar sets in the Maiim Vision Village, where most of the sets are located. See them here:
Secret Garden
Secret Garden
The Drama House
Located in Maiim Vision Village, nature is the backdrop for the stunning home for the character, Kim Ju-Won. It is also the setting for the romance developing between him and Gil Da-Rim.
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Drama House
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Drama House
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Drama House
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Drama House
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Drama House
The architecture of the home responds to the nature surrounding it. With glass walls as a transparent barrier between the interior and the exterior, the home is dramatically open to nature, and is in harmony with it, making it an arresting back drop for the drama.
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Drama House
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Drama House
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Drama House
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Drama House
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Huekjip Doljip
Also located within Maiim Vision Village, the Huekjip Doljip is where Ju-won holds his meetings. Its contain a wall-to-wall display of books. The architecture of this space is one that acknowledges human need for nature. "It is a space where the passage of time and evolution of nature can be felt through the contrast of earth and stone. Heukjip Doljip garnered interest as a ‘house capturing the longing for nature," says the Maiim Vision Village website. This particular building won the Space Design Award of the Korea Design Awards in 2007.
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Huekjip Doljip
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Huekjip Doljip
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Huekjip Doljip
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Huekjip Doljip
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Huekjip Doljip
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Winter House
Yet another set that is located in the Maiim Vision Village, the Winter House was conceived for the character of Oska. Against a white background that conveys purity, the set has been filled with personal items cherished by the character. The white walls are meant to highlight the nature around it, depicting it as art work framed by the large windows.
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Winter House
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Winter House
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Winter House
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Winter House
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Winter House
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Winter House
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Winter House
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Step House
The Step House is also located in Maiim Vision Village. It is the set that acts as Oska's dance studio and rehearsal space. Just like the rest of the sets located in this village, The Step House also enjoys openness to the nature surrounding it.
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Step House
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Step House
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Step House
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Step House
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Step House
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Memories of Alhambra
In Memories of Alhambra, our oppa plays the intrepid engineer and game developer, Yoo Jin-woo. Viewers are taken to Spain in this fantasy drama where the line between reality and the AR world begin to blur.
Tour some of the Spanish locations here:
Memories of Alhambra
Memories of Alhambra
Restaurant La Penyora
This restaurant's facade and some interiors were used as the location for "Hostel Bonita," where Park Shin Hye's character resides. Those who would like to see this place in person will be able to go with this address: Carrer Nou del Teatre, 3, 17004 Girona, Spain
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Restaurant La Penyora
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La Terra
The restaurant, La Terra, was converted into Taberna, where Yoo Jin-Woo retrieved his sword. Those who want to experience this can use this address: Carrer de les Ballesteries, 23, 17004 Girona, Spain
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La Terra
When not a set, the interiors of this restaurant are marked by charming Spanish tiles.
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La Terra
The windows of this corner nook in this restaurant look out to the Onyar River.
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Crash Landing On You
In this year’s runaway hit, Crash Landing On You, Hyun Bin gives life to the character of Captain Ri Jeong Hyuk, a North Korean soldier who hails from a political family. He is emotionally reserved and lives in a home full of books, bathed in natural light.
Let’s relive the drama through the sets of Capt. Ri’s home:
Crash Landing On You
Crash Landing On You
Capt Ri's House
Study area that shows vintage furniture and a good amount of books.
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Capt Ri's House
The study where books and family photos are at home.
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Capt Ri's House
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Capt Ri's House
More books here... and another window that filters in natural light.
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Capt Ri's House
The bedroom is quite traditional and old in its sensibilities. A wood paneled wainscot anchors the space, while the patterned wallpaper above it underscore the traditional vibe. A strip of wood crown molding acts defines the room.
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