Welcome to WOU Design Partners
Creating Beautiful Spaces
As a leading architectural firm based in the Los Angeles area since 2016, WOU Design Partners has been creating stunning structures that shine. Inspired by urban cityscapes, our designs emphasize beauty, flexibility and purpose. We’re passionate about what we do and know that what matters most is the vision of our clients. Get in touch to learn more about our work and what we can do for you.
About
Our Firm
WOU (WE, OUR, US) is committed to believe that “We shape our buildings; thereafter they shape us.” In multi-level services in the whole phase of design development. The types of services that WOU provides are as follows but not limited to: feasibility study, pre-project evaluation, land use consultation, project management, architectural design, governmental relations, entitlement, and risk management.
Founded in Los Angeles in 2016, WOU Design Partners strives to impact people through places. No matter what project we’re designing, we always aim to make a difference in the city’s landscape. We envision spaces that will inspire people, help them connect with one another, and enrich the human experience. We do this by embracing the life, love, and diversity of the city. Recognizing that every great design is the result of a combination of ideas, we’re inspired by the dynamism of urban life. You’ll be surprised by what we can do for you. We’d love to work with you on your next project.
Key People
The People Who Make it Happen
WOU Design Partners is made up of an awesome team of professionals who work hard in order to make everything possible. From ideation to conceptualization, everything turns out better when our team is involved.
Harry Kim
Partner, Design Principal
AIA, LEED AP, NCARB
"I have always tried to create meaningful results with thoughtful use of my expertise in helping clients develop the very best solutions for their objectives. I also like to imagine that I am in the shoes of the client and try to understand what it’s like for them. It always helps to take their perspective and make sure we’re providing approaches that make sense and create value."
ARCHITECTURE LICENSE
CA (C-37047)
UT (10718006-0301)
NV (7559)
NY (033474)
EDUCATION
Masters of Architecture, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN
Bachelors of Arts in Architecture, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN
EXPERTISE
Residential
Mixed-Use
Office Building
Commercial and Retail
Restaurant
US Army
Skilled Nursing Facility
CAREERS
Wold Architects, St. Paul, MN
Thomas Cox Architects, Irvine, CA
Mooyoung Architects, Seoul, Korea
Hyundai A & E, Seoul, Korea
Archeon Group, Los Angeles, CA
Architecture Portfolio
Doing Great Things
Apartment
Los Angeles, California
Residential
Interior Design
Residential Community
Concept Design
Korean BBQ in Utah
Coming Soon
Butki's House
Los Angeles, California
Public Facility
Los Angeles, California
Interior Design & T.I.
Los Angeles, California
Residential - 318 Harvard
Los Angeles, California
Residential - 1316 Union
Los Angeles, California
Dr. Kuo's Residence
Beverly Hills, California
Medical Office
Buena Park, California
Residential Villa
Concept Design
Harry's Selected Project Experience
Vien Dong Merdian Tower
Project Manager at Mooyoung
Location: Danang, Vietnam
Gross Floor Area: 254,499㎡
Building Scale: 48F, B3
Design / Completion: 2007 / -
Client: Vien Dong Group
Awards: 1st Prize of Competition
Contact Us
Los Angeles Office
3055 Wilshire Blvd Suite 810
Los Angeles, CA 90010
Tel: 213-268-6816
Email: dan@woupartners.com
Orange County Office
13055 Rosecrans Ave
Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670
Tel: 213-378-8780
Email: hkim@woupartners.com