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I like glass blocks. My favorite construction material is 'brick' because I enjoy how it becomes more dignified over time with its heavy and solid feeling. Next, I like 'glass blocks.' This material, usually square-shaped and either translucent or opaque, might have been seen in swimming pools or old schools during one's childhood. In Korea, glass blocks are mostly used only in parts of a space. I know of a franchise coffee shop near Gwanghwamun that is entirely made of glass blocks, but it's hard to find larger-scale uses. A notable example abroad is the Hermes building in Ginza, Tokyo, and the Maastricht Academy of Fine Arts and Design building in the Netherlands. The reason I like glass blocks is simple. As a child, I used to go to swimming lessons in summer. The windows there were all made of glass blocks. Whenever I did several laps of freestyle, I would become breathless quickly and rest by the poolside, leaning on my arms and gasping for breath. I always liked the moments when I felt warmth from the faint sunlight coming through those windows, with my head laid toward the glass wall. Moreover, the fact that it doesn't completely block out the visuals from outside but doesn't specifically allow anything from outside to be visually discerned also played a role. Perhaps I thought of it as a mysterious wall that lets light in while ensuring privacy. Therefore, when I see buildings that use a lot of glass blocks, I always make sure to visit them. I recently visited the Hermes space in Ginza, Tokyo for the same reason. Today's space is not entirely completed with glass blocks but contains the charm of glass blocks, so I rushed there in a heartbeat. The exterior adorned with old-fashioned tiles, and among them, there are rounded parts where the staircase is surrounded by glass blocks. From the outside, the warm light projected inside and the twinkling orange of the glass blocks looked really good. Inside, there were cozy, retro-style interior accessories that matched well with the glass blocks. They even have a variety of desserts prepared. As this is a space I found based on my personal preference, I introduce it in case there are others who like glass blocks as I do. This place is #vvsmuseum near Sungshin Women's University. Location _ Seongbuk-gu, Dongsomun-ro 26-gil 9 Operating hours _ [Mon~Fri] 09:00~21:30, [Sat~Sun] 11:00~21:30 Parking not available [Use nearby public parking] Menu attached in the last picture Outdoor space allows pets.