Photos capture cramped life in South Korea’s tiny housing cubicles, Goshitels

South Korean photographer shows how the poor live in Goshitels. One South Korean photographer has captured the dilapidated living conditions of South Korea???s Goshitels, where thousands of low-income workers and students live in tiny cubicles to save on rent. The capital of South Korea, Seoul, is known for its high-rise city living ??? but not far from it lies a town where the country???s poor inhabitate. ???Goshiwon??? or ???Goshitel??? are tiny housing units that measure less than five square metres and are so crammed that only one person could possibly fit in at each time. They were originally used as cheap, temporary housing for students studying for important state and bar exams. But now, rising housing prices in Seoul have forced the poor workers to succumb to miniscule living conditions in order to survive. South Korean photographer Sim Kyu-dong spent around 5 years living in various Goshitels when he first began his career and made his big move Gangneung in Gangwon Province to Seoul. Sim wanted to capture the plight of those living in the tiny conditions and reveal the struggles people face in one of Seoul???s forgotten provinces. One picture shows a man crammed in a tiny bed barely fitting his entire body while he fiddles with the remote control to watch television from a tiny screen. Another photo shows a man dancing in a dimly lit staircase without a shirt on, as the light casts shadows across his chest revealing his rib cage popping out. One man can be seen smiling as he plays the guitar, appearing to pass time or trying to forget about the depressing living situation he has to endure. A black and white image reveals a man taking a shower on the floor in a crammed bathroom with barely any room to move. The bathroom doesn???t even have a separate shower, but instead shower but instead contains a hose connected to the sink in a tiny space. Other pictures show how the men combine their small living space into a mini kitchenette, preparing their food right next to their beds as their belongings are sprawled across the floor. The men have barely enough space to manoeuvre around as the rooms do not contain storage, leaving them with little choice but to stack their items on top of one another, making complete use of the little room they have. Three men are seen preparing food in a makeshift kitchen containing just one small fan for ventilation and two tiny hobs, enough to make a meal for one. Because of the lack of space, some are left having to use their bed as desks, as one man is pictured completing some paper work while sitting cross legged opposite his bed. Another can be seen drawing a portrait while seated on his bed, with stacks of books and literature sprawled beside him. Some residents have even come up with unique ways to store their items due to the lack of space. One invented a trick to stack up his ironed shirts on top of one another with hooks to maximise the use of space. Some Goshiwals even have a roof where residents hang out and also leave their clothes to dry along washing lines. It is also where they store extra belongings including sofas, blankets, and any other items they are unable to keep in their rooms, leaving them susceptible to wear and tear from the rain or unfavourable weather conditions. ENDS
Photos document life in Goshitels and Goshiwon, the tiny housing cubicles people are forced to live in due to rising costs of housing (Picture: Simkyudong/ Jam Press)

While we marvel at tiny houses on Netflix shows and complain about London renting, in South Korea thousands of low-income workers and students are living in cubicles so small only one person can fit inside at a time.

Goshitels – also known as Goshiwans – are tiny housing units than measure less than five square metres, packed into towering apartment blocks.

Typically the kitchens and bathrooms are shared with other residents, so those who live in Goshiwans have only small box rooms as their own space. Many of the rooms don’t even have windows.

The mini homes were originally designed as temporary accommodation for students but rising housing prices have pushed those on lower incomes to settle for tiny living spaces.

In Goshitels rent is cheap (some are around £100 a month), there’s no need for a deposit, and there are no maintenance fees.

The reality of fitting life into a tiny box has been captured by photographer Sim Kyu-doing, who began to document the phenomenon of Goshitels after living in various miniature units for five years at the start of his career in Seoul.

He wanted to capture the true existence of the people living in overwhelmingly cramped and claustrophobic conditions in one of Seoul’s forgotten provinces.

Pictures show residents cramming themselves into tiny beds, taking showers in sinks next to where they sleep, and cooking meals in tiny kitchen spaces by their belongings, piled high on the floor.

South Korean photographer shows how the poor live in Goshitels. One South Korean photographer has captured the dilapidated living conditions of South Korea???s Goshitels, where thousands of low-income workers and students live in tiny cubicles to save on rent. The capital of South Korea, Seoul, is known for its high-rise city living ??? but not far from it lies a town where the country???s poor inhabitate. ???Goshiwon??? or ???Goshitel??? are tiny housing units that measure less than five square metres and are so crammed that only one person could possibly fit in at each time. They were originally used as cheap, temporary housing for students studying for important state and bar exams. But now, rising housing prices in Seoul have forced the poor workers to succumb to miniscule living conditions in order to survive. South Korean photographer Sim Kyu-dong spent around 5 years living in various Goshitels when he first began his career and made his big move Gangneung in Gangwon Province to Seoul. Sim wanted to capture the plight of those living in the tiny conditions and reveal the struggles people face in one of Seoul???s forgotten provinces. One picture shows a man crammed in a tiny bed barely fitting his entire body while he fiddles with the remote control to watch television from a tiny screen. Another photo shows a man dancing in a dimly lit staircase without a shirt on, as the light casts shadows across his chest revealing his rib cage popping out. One man can be seen smiling as he plays the guitar, appearing to pass time or trying to forget about the depressing living situation he has to endure. A black and white image reveals a man taking a shower on the floor in a crammed bathroom with barely any room to move. The bathroom doesn???t even have a separate shower, but instead shower but instead contains a hose connected to the sink in a tiny space. Other pictures show how the men combine their small living space into a mini kitchenette, preparing their food right next to their beds as their belongings are sprawled across the floor. The men have barely enough space to manoeuvre around as the rooms do not contain storage, leaving them with little choice but to stack their items on top of one another, making complete use of the little room they have. Three men are seen preparing food in a makeshift kitchen containing just one small fan for ventilation and two tiny hobs, enough to make a meal for one. Because of the lack of space, some are left having to use their bed as desks, as one man is pictured completing some paper work while sitting cross legged opposite his bed. Another can be seen drawing a portrait while seated on his bed, with stacks of books and literature sprawled beside him. Some residents have even come up with unique ways to store their items due to the lack of space. One invented a trick to stack up his ironed shirts on top of one another with hooks to maximise the use of space. Some Goshiwals even have a roof where residents hang out and also leave their clothes to dry along washing lines. It is also where they store extra belongings including sofas, blankets, and any other items they are unable to keep in their rooms, leaving them susceptible to wear and tear from the rain or unfavourable weather conditions. ENDS
Goshitels and Goshiwon are characterised by their size (Picture: Simkyudong/ Jam Press)
Story from Jam Press (Goshitels) By Latifa Yedroudj South Korean photographer shows how the poor live in Goshitels. One South Korean photographer has captured the dilapidated living conditions of South Korea???s Goshitels, where thousands of low-income workers and students live in tiny cubicles to save on rent. The capital of South Korea, Seoul, is known for its high-rise city living ??? but not far from it lies a town where the country???s poor inhabitate. ???Goshiwon??? or ???Goshitel??? are tiny housing units that measure less than five square metres and are so crammed that only one person could possibly fit in at each time. They were originally used as cheap, temporary housing for students studying for important state and bar exams. But now, rising housing prices in Seoul have forced the poor workers to succumb to miniscule living conditions in order to survive. South Korean photographer Sim Kyu-dong spent around 5 years living in various Goshitels when he first began his career and made his big move Gangneung in Gangwon Province to Seoul. Sim wanted to capture the plight of those living in the tiny conditions and reveal the struggles people face in one of Seoul???s forgotten provinces. One picture shows a man crammed in a tiny bed barely fitting his entire body while he fiddles with the remote control to watch television from a tiny screen. Another photo shows a man dancing in a dimly lit staircase without a shirt on, as the light casts shadows across his chest revealing his rib cage popping out. One man can be seen smiling as he plays the guitar, appearing to pass time or trying to forget about the depressing living situation he has to endure. A black and white image reveals a man taking a shower on the floor in a crammed bathroom with barely any room to move. The bathroom doesn???t even have a separate shower, but instead shower but instead contains a hose connected to the sink in a tiny space. Other pictures show how the men combine their small living space into a mini kitchenette, preparing their food right next to their beds as their belongings are sprawled across the floor. The men have barely enough space to manoeuvre around as the rooms do not contain storage, leaving them with little choice but to stack their items on top of one another, making complete use of the little room they have. Three men are seen preparing food in a makeshift kitchen containing just one small fan for ventilation and two tiny hobs, enough to make a meal for one. Because of the lack of space, some are left having to use their bed as desks, as one man is pictured completing some paper work while sitting cross legged opposite his bed. Another can be seen drawing a portrait while seated on his bed, with stacks of books and literature sprawled beside him. Some residents have even come up with unique ways to store their items due to the lack of space. One invented a trick to stack up his ironed shirts on top of one another with hooks to maximise the use of space. Some Goshiwals even have a roof where residents hang out and also leave their clothes to dry along washing lines. It is also where they store extra belongings including sofas, blankets, and any other items they are unable to keep in their rooms, leaving them susceptible to wear and tear from the rain or unfavourable weather conditions. ENDS
They’re typically made up of tiny box rooms with just a bed inside, while the kitchen and bathroom areas are shared with other residents (Picture: Simkyudong/ Jam Press)
South Korean photographer shows how the poor live in Goshitels. One South Korean photographer has captured the dilapidated living conditions of South Korea???s Goshitels, where thousands of low-income workers and students live in tiny cubicles to save on rent. The capital of South Korea, Seoul, is known for its high-rise city living ??? but not far from it lies a town where the country???s poor inhabitate. ???Goshiwon??? or ???Goshitel??? are tiny housing units that measure less than five square metres and are so crammed that only one person could possibly fit in at each time. They were originally used as cheap, temporary housing for students studying for important state and bar exams. But now, rising housing prices in Seoul have forced the poor workers to succumb to miniscule living conditions in order to survive. South Korean photographer Sim Kyu-dong spent around 5 years living in various Goshitels when he first began his career and made his big move Gangneung in Gangwon Province to Seoul. Sim wanted to capture the plight of those living in the tiny conditions and reveal the struggles people face in one of Seoul???s forgotten provinces. One picture shows a man crammed in a tiny bed barely fitting his entire body while he fiddles with the remote control to watch television from a tiny screen. Another photo shows a man dancing in a dimly lit staircase without a shirt on, as the light casts shadows across his chest revealing his rib cage popping out. One man can be seen smiling as he plays the guitar, appearing to pass time or trying to forget about the depressing living situation he has to endure. A black and white image reveals a man taking a shower on the floor in a crammed bathroom with barely any room to move. The bathroom doesn???t even have a separate shower, but instead shower but instead contains a hose connected to the sink in a tiny space. Other pictures show how the men combine their small living space into a mini kitchenette, preparing their food right next to their beds as their belongings are sprawled across the floor. The men have barely enough space to manoeuvre around as the rooms do not contain storage, leaving them with little choice but to stack their items on top of one another, making complete use of the little room they have. Three men are seen preparing food in a makeshift kitchen containing just one small fan for ventilation and two tiny hobs, enough to make a meal for one. Because of the lack of space, some are left having to use their bed as desks, as one man is pictured completing some paper work while sitting cross legged opposite his bed. Another can be seen drawing a portrait while seated on his bed, with stacks of books and literature sprawled beside him. Some residents have even come up with unique ways to store their items due to the lack of space. One invented a trick to stack up his ironed shirts on top of one another with hooks to maximise the use of space. Some Goshiwals even have a roof where residents hang out and also leave their clothes to dry along washing lines. It is also where they store extra belongings including sofas, blankets, and any other items they are unable to keep in their rooms, leaving them susceptible to wear and tear from the rain or unfavourable weather conditions. ENDS
There’s little living space (Picture: Simkyudong/ Jam Press)
Story from Jam Press (Goshitels) By Latifa Yedroudj South Korean photographer shows how the poor live in Goshitels. One South Korean photographer has captured the dilapidated living conditions of South Korea???s Goshitels, where thousands of low-income workers and students live in tiny cubicles to save on rent. The capital of South Korea, Seoul, is known for its high-rise city living ??? but not far from it lies a town where the country???s poor inhabitate. ???Goshiwon??? or ???Goshitel??? are tiny housing units that measure less than five square metres and are so crammed that only one person could possibly fit in at each time. They were originally used as cheap, temporary housing for students studying for important state and bar exams. But now, rising housing prices in Seoul have forced the poor workers to succumb to miniscule living conditions in order to survive. South Korean photographer Sim Kyu-dong spent around 5 years living in various Goshitels when he first began his career and made his big move Gangneung in Gangwon Province to Seoul. Sim wanted to capture the plight of those living in the tiny conditions and reveal the struggles people face in one of Seoul???s forgotten provinces. One picture shows a man crammed in a tiny bed barely fitting his entire body while he fiddles with the remote control to watch television from a tiny screen. Another photo shows a man dancing in a dimly lit staircase without a shirt on, as the light casts shadows across his chest revealing his rib cage popping out. One man can be seen smiling as he plays the guitar, appearing to pass time or trying to forget about the depressing living situation he has to endure. A black and white image reveals a man taking a shower on the floor in a crammed bathroom with barely any room to move. The bathroom doesn???t even have a separate shower, but instead shower but instead contains a hose connected to the sink in a tiny space. Other pictures show how the men combine their small living space into a mini kitchenette, preparing their food right next to their beds as their belongings are sprawled across the floor. The men have barely enough space to manoeuvre around as the rooms do not contain storage, leaving them with little choice but to stack their items on top of one another, making complete use of the little room they have. Three men are seen preparing food in a makeshift kitchen containing just one small fan for ventilation and two tiny hobs, enough to make a meal for one. Because of the lack of space, some are left having to use their bed as desks, as one man is pictured completing some paper work while sitting cross legged opposite his bed. Another can be seen drawing a portrait while seated on his bed, with stacks of books and literature sprawled beside him. Some residents have even come up with unique ways to store their items due to the lack of space. One invented a trick to stack up his ironed shirts on top of one another with hooks to maximise the use of space. Some Goshiwals even have a roof where residents hang out and also leave their clothes to dry along washing lines. It is also where they store extra belongings including sofas, blankets, and any other items they are unable to keep in their rooms, leaving them susceptible to wear and tear from the rain or unfavourable weather conditions. ENDS
And many use the roof as a way to get some freedom from those tight four walls (Picture: Simkyudong/ Jam Press)
Story from Jam Press (Goshitels) By Latifa Yedroudj South Korean photographer shows how the poor live in Goshitels. One South Korean photographer has captured the dilapidated living conditions of South Korea???s Goshitels, where thousands of low-income workers and students live in tiny cubicles to save on rent. The capital of South Korea, Seoul, is known for its high-rise city living ??? but not far from it lies a town where the country???s poor inhabitate. ???Goshiwon??? or ???Goshitel??? are tiny housing units that measure less than five square metres and are so crammed that only one person could possibly fit in at each time. They were originally used as cheap, temporary housing for students studying for important state and bar exams. But now, rising housing prices in Seoul have forced the poor workers to succumb to miniscule living conditions in order to survive. South Korean photographer Sim Kyu-dong spent around 5 years living in various Goshitels when he first began his career and made his big move Gangneung in Gangwon Province to Seoul. Sim wanted to capture the plight of those living in the tiny conditions and reveal the struggles people face in one of Seoul???s forgotten provinces. One picture shows a man crammed in a tiny bed barely fitting his entire body while he fiddles with the remote control to watch television from a tiny screen. Another photo shows a man dancing in a dimly lit staircase without a shirt on, as the light casts shadows across his chest revealing his rib cage popping out. One man can be seen smiling as he plays the guitar, appearing to pass time or trying to forget about the depressing living situation he has to endure. A black and white image reveals a man taking a shower on the floor in a crammed bathroom with barely any room to move. The bathroom doesn???t even have a separate shower, but instead shower but instead contains a hose connected to the sink in a tiny space. Other pictures show how the men combine their small living space into a mini kitchenette, preparing their food right next to their beds as their belongings are sprawled across the floor. The men have barely enough space to manoeuvre around as the rooms do not contain storage, leaving them with little choice but to stack their items on top of one another, making complete use of the little room they have. Three men are seen preparing food in a makeshift kitchen containing just one small fan for ventilation and two tiny hobs, enough to make a meal for one. Because of the lack of space, some are left having to use their bed as desks, as one man is pictured completing some paper work while sitting cross legged opposite his bed. Another can be seen drawing a portrait while seated on his bed, with stacks of books and literature sprawled beside him. Some residents have even come up with unique ways to store their items due to the lack of space. One invented a trick to stack up his ironed shirts on top of one another with hooks to maximise the use of space. Some Goshiwals even have a roof where residents hang out and also leave their clothes to dry along washing lines. It is also where they store extra belongings including sofas, blankets, and any other items they are unable to keep in their rooms, leaving them susceptible to wear and tear from the rain or unfavourable weather conditions. ENDS
The dwellings aren’t intended to be longterm accommodation, but rising house prices have pushed more people to live in these conditions (Picture: Simkyudong/ Jam Press)
South Korean photographer shows how the poor live in Goshitels. One South Korean photographer has captured the dilapidated living conditions of South Korea???s Goshitels, where thousands of low-income workers and students live in tiny cubicles to save on rent. The capital of South Korea, Seoul, is known for its high-rise city living ??? but not far from it lies a town where the country???s poor inhabitate. ???Goshiwon??? or ???Goshitel??? are tiny housing units that measure less than five square metres and are so crammed that only one person could possibly fit in at each time. They were originally used as cheap, temporary housing for students studying for important state and bar exams. But now, rising housing prices in Seoul have forced the poor workers to succumb to miniscule living conditions in order to survive. South Korean photographer Sim Kyu-dong spent around 5 years living in various Goshitels when he first began his career and made his big move Gangneung in Gangwon Province to Seoul. Sim wanted to capture the plight of those living in the tiny conditions and reveal the struggles people face in one of Seoul???s forgotten provinces. One picture shows a man crammed in a tiny bed barely fitting his entire body while he fiddles with the remote control to watch television from a tiny screen. Another photo shows a man dancing in a dimly lit staircase without a shirt on, as the light casts shadows across his chest revealing his rib cage popping out. One man can be seen smiling as he plays the guitar, appearing to pass time or trying to forget about the depressing living situation he has to endure. A black and white image reveals a man taking a shower on the floor in a crammed bathroom with barely any room to move. The bathroom doesn???t even have a separate shower, but instead shower but instead contains a hose connected to the sink in a tiny space. Other pictures show how the men combine their small living space into a mini kitchenette, preparing their food right next to their beds as their belongings are sprawled across the floor. The men have barely enough space to manoeuvre around as the rooms do not contain storage, leaving them with little choice but to stack their items on top of one another, making complete use of the little room they have. Three men are seen preparing food in a makeshift kitchen containing just one small fan for ventilation and two tiny hobs, enough to make a meal for one. Because of the lack of space, some are left having to use their bed as desks, as one man is pictured completing some paper work while sitting cross legged opposite his bed. Another can be seen drawing a portrait while seated on his bed, with stacks of books and literature sprawled beside him. Some residents have even come up with unique ways to store their items due to the lack of space. One invented a trick to stack up his ironed shirts on top of one another with hooks to maximise the use of space. Some Goshiwals even have a roof where residents hang out and also leave their clothes to dry along washing lines. It is also where they store extra belongings including sofas, blankets, and any other items they are unable to keep in their rooms, leaving them susceptible to wear and tear from the rain or unfavourable weather conditions. ENDS
The rooms were originally created for students who were studying for exams to stay in while they prepared (Picture: Simkyudong/ Jam Press)
South Korean photographer shows how the poor live in Goshitels. One South Korean photographer has captured the dilapidated living conditions of South Korea???s Goshitels, where thousands of low-income workers and students live in tiny cubicles to save on rent. The capital of South Korea, Seoul, is known for its high-rise city living ??? but not far from it lies a town where the country???s poor inhabitate. ???Goshiwon??? or ???Goshitel??? are tiny housing units that measure less than five square metres and are so crammed that only one person could possibly fit in at each time. They were originally used as cheap, temporary housing for students studying for important state and bar exams. But now, rising housing prices in Seoul have forced the poor workers to succumb to miniscule living conditions in order to survive. South Korean photographer Sim Kyu-dong spent around 5 years living in various Goshitels when he first began his career and made his big move Gangneung in Gangwon Province to Seoul. Sim wanted to capture the plight of those living in the tiny conditions and reveal the struggles people face in one of Seoul???s forgotten provinces. One picture shows a man crammed in a tiny bed barely fitting his entire body while he fiddles with the remote control to watch television from a tiny screen. Another photo shows a man dancing in a dimly lit staircase without a shirt on, as the light casts shadows across his chest revealing his rib cage popping out. One man can be seen smiling as he plays the guitar, appearing to pass time or trying to forget about the depressing living situation he has to endure. A black and white image reveals a man taking a shower on the floor in a crammed bathroom with barely any room to move. The bathroom doesn???t even have a separate shower, but instead shower but instead contains a hose connected to the sink in a tiny space. Other pictures show how the men combine their small living space into a mini kitchenette, preparing their food right next to their beds as their belongings are sprawled across the floor. The men have barely enough space to manoeuvre around as the rooms do not contain storage, leaving them with little choice but to stack their items on top of one another, making complete use of the little room they have. Three men are seen preparing food in a makeshift kitchen containing just one small fan for ventilation and two tiny hobs, enough to make a meal for one. Because of the lack of space, some are left having to use their bed as desks, as one man is pictured completing some paper work while sitting cross legged opposite his bed. Another can be seen drawing a portrait while seated on his bed, with stacks of books and literature sprawled beside him. Some residents have even come up with unique ways to store their items due to the lack of space. One invented a trick to stack up his ironed shirts on top of one another with hooks to maximise the use of space. Some Goshiwals even have a roof where residents hang out and also leave their clothes to dry along washing lines. It is also where they store extra belongings including sofas, blankets, and any other items they are unable to keep in their rooms, leaving them susceptible to wear and tear from the rain or unfavourable weather conditions. ENDS
It’s not clear what living in such cramped spaces for long periods of time can do to your mental health (Picture: Simkyudong/ Jam Press)
Story from Jam Press (Goshitels) By Latifa Yedroudj South Korean photographer shows how the poor live in Goshitels. One South Korean photographer has captured the dilapidated living conditions of South Korea???s Goshitels, where thousands of low-income workers and students live in tiny cubicles to save on rent. The capital of South Korea, Seoul, is known for its high-rise city living ??? but not far from it lies a town where the country???s poor inhabitate. ???Goshiwon??? or ???Goshitel??? are tiny housing units that measure less than five square metres and are so crammed that only one person could possibly fit in at each time. They were originally used as cheap, temporary housing for students studying for important state and bar exams. But now, rising housing prices in Seoul have forced the poor workers to succumb to miniscule living conditions in order to survive. South Korean photographer Sim Kyu-dong spent around 5 years living in various Goshitels when he first began his career and made his big move Gangneung in Gangwon Province to Seoul. Sim wanted to capture the plight of those living in the tiny conditions and reveal the struggles people face in one of Seoul???s forgotten provinces. One picture shows a man crammed in a tiny bed barely fitting his entire body while he fiddles with the remote control to watch television from a tiny screen. Another photo shows a man dancing in a dimly lit staircase without a shirt on, as the light casts shadows across his chest revealing his rib cage popping out. One man can be seen smiling as he plays the guitar, appearing to pass time or trying to forget about the depressing living situation he has to endure. A black and white image reveals a man taking a shower on the floor in a crammed bathroom with barely any room to move. The bathroom doesn???t even have a separate shower, but instead shower but instead contains a hose connected to the sink in a tiny space. Other pictures show how the men combine their small living space into a mini kitchenette, preparing their food right next to their beds as their belongings are sprawled across the floor. The men have barely enough space to manoeuvre around as the rooms do not contain storage, leaving them with little choice but to stack their items on top of one another, making complete use of the little room they have. Three men are seen preparing food in a makeshift kitchen containing just one small fan for ventilation and two tiny hobs, enough to make a meal for one. Because of the lack of space, some are left having to use their bed as desks, as one man is pictured completing some paper work while sitting cross legged opposite his bed. Another can be seen drawing a portrait while seated on his bed, with stacks of books and literature sprawled beside him. Some residents have even come up with unique ways to store their items due to the lack of space. One invented a trick to stack up his ironed shirts on top of one another with hooks to maximise the use of space. Some Goshiwals even have a roof where residents hang out and also leave their clothes to dry along washing lines. It is also where they store extra belongings including sofas, blankets, and any other items they are unable to keep in their rooms, leaving them susceptible to wear and tear from the rain or unfavourable weather conditions. ENDS
It’s impossible to feel at home when you don’t have space to move (Picture: Simkyudong/ Jam Press)
South Korean photographer shows how the poor live in Goshitels. One South Korean photographer has captured the dilapidated living conditions of South Korea???s Goshitels, where thousands of low-income workers and students live in tiny cubicles to save on rent. The capital of South Korea, Seoul, is known for its high-rise city living ??? but not far from it lies a town where the country???s poor inhabitate. ???Goshiwon??? or ???Goshitel??? are tiny housing units that measure less than five square metres and are so crammed that only one person could possibly fit in at each time. They were originally used as cheap, temporary housing for students studying for important state and bar exams. But now, rising housing prices in Seoul have forced the poor workers to succumb to miniscule living conditions in order to survive. South Korean photographer Sim Kyu-dong spent around 5 years living in various Goshitels when he first began his career and made his big move Gangneung in Gangwon Province to Seoul. Sim wanted to capture the plight of those living in the tiny conditions and reveal the struggles people face in one of Seoul???s forgotten provinces. One picture shows a man crammed in a tiny bed barely fitting his entire body while he fiddles with the remote control to watch television from a tiny screen. Another photo shows a man dancing in a dimly lit staircase without a shirt on, as the light casts shadows across his chest revealing his rib cage popping out. One man can be seen smiling as he plays the guitar, appearing to pass time or trying to forget about the depressing living situation he has to endure. A black and white image reveals a man taking a shower on the floor in a crammed bathroom with barely any room to move. The bathroom doesn???t even have a separate shower, but instead shower but instead contains a hose connected to the sink in a tiny space. Other pictures show how the men combine their small living space into a mini kitchenette, preparing their food right next to their beds as their belongings are sprawled across the floor. The men have barely enough space to manoeuvre around as the rooms do not contain storage, leaving them with little choice but to stack their items on top of one another, making complete use of the little room they have. Three men are seen preparing food in a makeshift kitchen containing just one small fan for ventilation and two tiny hobs, enough to make a meal for one. Because of the lack of space, some are left having to use their bed as desks, as one man is pictured completing some paper work while sitting cross legged opposite his bed. Another can be seen drawing a portrait while seated on his bed, with stacks of books and literature sprawled beside him. Some residents have even come up with unique ways to store their items due to the lack of space. One invented a trick to stack up his ironed shirts on top of one another with hooks to maximise the use of space. Some Goshiwals even have a roof where residents hang out and also leave their clothes to dry along washing lines. It is also where they store extra belongings including sofas, blankets, and any other items they are unable to keep in their rooms, leaving them susceptible to wear and tear from the rain or unfavourable weather conditions. ENDS
In many Goshiwon buildings, the kitchens serve as communal spaces where you can escape your room (Picture: Simkyudong/ Jam Press)
South Korean photographer shows how the poor live in Goshitels. One South Korean photographer has captured the dilapidated living conditions of South Korea???s Goshitels, where thousands of low-income workers and students live in tiny cubicles to save on rent. The capital of South Korea, Seoul, is known for its high-rise city living ??? but not far from it lies a town where the country???s poor inhabitate. ???Goshiwon??? or ???Goshitel??? are tiny housing units that measure less than five square metres and are so crammed that only one person could possibly fit in at each time. They were originally used as cheap, temporary housing for students studying for important state and bar exams. But now, rising housing prices in Seoul have forced the poor workers to succumb to miniscule living conditions in order to survive. South Korean photographer Sim Kyu-dong spent around 5 years living in various Goshitels when he first began his career and made his big move Gangneung in Gangwon Province to Seoul. Sim wanted to capture the plight of those living in the tiny conditions and reveal the struggles people face in one of Seoul???s forgotten provinces. One picture shows a man crammed in a tiny bed barely fitting his entire body while he fiddles with the remote control to watch television from a tiny screen. Another photo shows a man dancing in a dimly lit staircase without a shirt on, as the light casts shadows across his chest revealing his rib cage popping out. One man can be seen smiling as he plays the guitar, appearing to pass time or trying to forget about the depressing living situation he has to endure. A black and white image reveals a man taking a shower on the floor in a crammed bathroom with barely any room to move. The bathroom doesn???t even have a separate shower, but instead shower but instead contains a hose connected to the sink in a tiny space. Other pictures show how the men combine their small living space into a mini kitchenette, preparing their food right next to their beds as their belongings are sprawled across the floor. The men have barely enough space to manoeuvre around as the rooms do not contain storage, leaving them with little choice but to stack their items on top of one another, making complete use of the little room they have. Three men are seen preparing food in a makeshift kitchen containing just one small fan for ventilation and two tiny hobs, enough to make a meal for one. Because of the lack of space, some are left having to use their bed as desks, as one man is pictured completing some paper work while sitting cross legged opposite his bed. Another can be seen drawing a portrait while seated on his bed, with stacks of books and literature sprawled beside him. Some residents have even come up with unique ways to store their items due to the lack of space. One invented a trick to stack up his ironed shirts on top of one another with hooks to maximise the use of space. Some Goshiwals even have a roof where residents hang out and also leave their clothes to dry along washing lines. It is also where they store extra belongings including sofas, blankets, and any other items they are unable to keep in their rooms, leaving them susceptible to wear and tear from the rain or unfavourable weather conditions. ENDS
(Picture: Simkyudong/ Jam Press)
Story from Jam Press (Goshitels) By Latifa Yedroudj South Korean photographer shows how the poor live in Goshitels. One South Korean photographer has captured the dilapidated living conditions of South Korea???s Goshitels, where thousands of low-income workers and students live in tiny cubicles to save on rent. The capital of South Korea, Seoul, is known for its high-rise city living ??? but not far from it lies a town where the country???s poor inhabitate. ???Goshiwon??? or ???Goshitel??? are tiny housing units that measure less than five square metres and are so crammed that only one person could possibly fit in at each time. They were originally used as cheap, temporary housing for students studying for important state and bar exams. But now, rising housing prices in Seoul have forced the poor workers to succumb to miniscule living conditions in order to survive. South Korean photographer Sim Kyu-dong spent around 5 years living in various Goshitels when he first began his career and made his big move Gangneung in Gangwon Province to Seoul. Sim wanted to capture the plight of those living in the tiny conditions and reveal the struggles people face in one of Seoul???s forgotten provinces. One picture shows a man crammed in a tiny bed barely fitting his entire body while he fiddles with the remote control to watch television from a tiny screen. Another photo shows a man dancing in a dimly lit staircase without a shirt on, as the light casts shadows across his chest revealing his rib cage popping out. One man can be seen smiling as he plays the guitar, appearing to pass time or trying to forget about the depressing living situation he has to endure. A black and white image reveals a man taking a shower on the floor in a crammed bathroom with barely any room to move. The bathroom doesn???t even have a separate shower, but instead shower but instead contains a hose connected to the sink in a tiny space. Other pictures show how the men combine their small living space into a mini kitchenette, preparing their food right next to their beds as their belongings are sprawled across the floor. The men have barely enough space to manoeuvre around as the rooms do not contain storage, leaving them with little choice but to stack their items on top of one another, making complete use of the little room they have. Three men are seen preparing food in a makeshift kitchen containing just one small fan for ventilation and two tiny hobs, enough to make a meal for one. Because of the lack of space, some are left having to use their bed as desks, as one man is pictured completing some paper work while sitting cross legged opposite his bed. Another can be seen drawing a portrait while seated on his bed, with stacks of books and literature sprawled beside him. Some residents have even come up with unique ways to store their items due to the lack of space. One invented a trick to stack up his ironed shirts on top of one another with hooks to maximise the use of space. Some Goshiwals even have a roof where residents hang out and also leave their clothes to dry along washing lines. It is also where they store extra belongings including sofas, blankets, and any other items they are unable to keep in their rooms, leaving them susceptible to wear and tear from the rain or unfavourable weather conditions. ENDS
But those little cubicles are the only place where residents can eat, sleep, and work (Picture: Simkyudong/ Jam Press)
South Korean photographer shows how the poor live in Goshitels. One South Korean photographer has captured the dilapidated living conditions of South Korea???s Goshitels, where thousands of low-income workers and students live in tiny cubicles to save on rent. The capital of South Korea, Seoul, is known for its high-rise city living ??? but not far from it lies a town where the country???s poor inhabitate. ???Goshiwon??? or ???Goshitel??? are tiny housing units that measure less than five square metres and are so crammed that only one person could possibly fit in at each time. They were originally used as cheap, temporary housing for students studying for important state and bar exams. But now, rising housing prices in Seoul have forced the poor workers to succumb to miniscule living conditions in order to survive. South Korean photographer Sim Kyu-dong spent around 5 years living in various Goshitels when he first began his career and made his big move Gangneung in Gangwon Province to Seoul. Sim wanted to capture the plight of those living in the tiny conditions and reveal the struggles people face in one of Seoul???s forgotten provinces. One picture shows a man crammed in a tiny bed barely fitting his entire body while he fiddles with the remote control to watch television from a tiny screen. Another photo shows a man dancing in a dimly lit staircase without a shirt on, as the light casts shadows across his chest revealing his rib cage popping out. One man can be seen smiling as he plays the guitar, appearing to pass time or trying to forget about the depressing living situation he has to endure. A black and white image reveals a man taking a shower on the floor in a crammed bathroom with barely any room to move. The bathroom doesn???t even have a separate shower, but instead shower but instead contains a hose connected to the sink in a tiny space. Other pictures show how the men combine their small living space into a mini kitchenette, preparing their food right next to their beds as their belongings are sprawled across the floor. The men have barely enough space to manoeuvre around as the rooms do not contain storage, leaving them with little choice but to stack their items on top of one another, making complete use of the little room they have. Three men are seen preparing food in a makeshift kitchen containing just one small fan for ventilation and two tiny hobs, enough to make a meal for one. Because of the lack of space, some are left having to use their bed as desks, as one man is pictured completing some paper work while sitting cross legged opposite his bed. Another can be seen drawing a portrait while seated on his bed, with stacks of books and literature sprawled beside him. Some residents have even come up with unique ways to store their items due to the lack of space. One invented a trick to stack up his ironed shirts on top of one another with hooks to maximise the use of space. Some Goshiwals even have a roof where residents hang out and also leave their clothes to dry along washing lines. It is also where they store extra belongings including sofas, blankets, and any other items they are unable to keep in their rooms, leaving them susceptible to wear and tear from the rain or unfavourable weather conditions. ENDS
Some rooms are so small you can’t even stretch out your legs (Picture: Simkyudong/ Jam Press)
South Korean photographer shows how the poor live in Goshitels. One South Korean photographer has captured the dilapidated living conditions of South Korea???s Goshitels, where thousands of low-income workers and students live in tiny cubicles to save on rent. The capital of South Korea, Seoul, is known for its high-rise city living ??? but not far from it lies a town where the country???s poor inhabitate. ???Goshiwon??? or ???Goshitel??? are tiny housing units that measure less than five square metres and are so crammed that only one person could possibly fit in at each time. They were originally used as cheap, temporary housing for students studying for important state and bar exams. But now, rising housing prices in Seoul have forced the poor workers to succumb to miniscule living conditions in order to survive. South Korean photographer Sim Kyu-dong spent around 5 years living in various Goshitels when he first began his career and made his big move Gangneung in Gangwon Province to Seoul. Sim wanted to capture the plight of those living in the tiny conditions and reveal the struggles people face in one of Seoul???s forgotten provinces. One picture shows a man crammed in a tiny bed barely fitting his entire body while he fiddles with the remote control to watch television from a tiny screen. Another photo shows a man dancing in a dimly lit staircase without a shirt on, as the light casts shadows across his chest revealing his rib cage popping out. One man can be seen smiling as he plays the guitar, appearing to pass time or trying to forget about the depressing living situation he has to endure. A black and white image reveals a man taking a shower on the floor in a crammed bathroom with barely any room to move. The bathroom doesn???t even have a separate shower, but instead shower but instead contains a hose connected to the sink in a tiny space. Other pictures show how the men combine their small living space into a mini kitchenette, preparing their food right next to their beds as their belongings are sprawled across the floor. The men have barely enough space to manoeuvre around as the rooms do not contain storage, leaving them with little choice but to stack their items on top of one another, making complete use of the little room they have. Three men are seen preparing food in a makeshift kitchen containing just one small fan for ventilation and two tiny hobs, enough to make a meal for one. Because of the lack of space, some are left having to use their bed as desks, as one man is pictured completing some paper work while sitting cross legged opposite his bed. Another can be seen drawing a portrait while seated on his bed, with stacks of books and literature sprawled beside him. Some residents have even come up with unique ways to store their items due to the lack of space. One invented a trick to stack up his ironed shirts on top of one another with hooks to maximise the use of space. Some Goshiwals even have a roof where residents hang out and also leave their clothes to dry along washing lines. It is also where they store extra belongings including sofas, blankets, and any other items they are unable to keep in their rooms, leaving them susceptible to wear and tear from the rain or unfavourable weather conditions. ENDS
You can just about find space to stand (Picture: Simkyudong/ Jam Press)
South Korean photographer shows how the poor live in Goshitels. One South Korean photographer has captured the dilapidated living conditions of South Korea???s Goshitels, where thousands of low-income workers and students live in tiny cubicles to save on rent. The capital of South Korea, Seoul, is known for its high-rise city living ??? but not far from it lies a town where the country???s poor inhabitate. ???Goshiwon??? or ???Goshitel??? are tiny housing units that measure less than five square metres and are so crammed that only one person could possibly fit in at each time. They were originally used as cheap, temporary housing for students studying for important state and bar exams. But now, rising housing prices in Seoul have forced the poor workers to succumb to miniscule living conditions in order to survive. South Korean photographer Sim Kyu-dong spent around 5 years living in various Goshitels when he first began his career and made his big move Gangneung in Gangwon Province to Seoul. Sim wanted to capture the plight of those living in the tiny conditions and reveal the struggles people face in one of Seoul???s forgotten provinces. One picture shows a man crammed in a tiny bed barely fitting his entire body while he fiddles with the remote control to watch television from a tiny screen. Another photo shows a man dancing in a dimly lit staircase without a shirt on, as the light casts shadows across his chest revealing his rib cage popping out. One man can be seen smiling as he plays the guitar, appearing to pass time or trying to forget about the depressing living situation he has to endure. A black and white image reveals a man taking a shower on the floor in a crammed bathroom with barely any room to move. The bathroom doesn???t even have a separate shower, but instead shower but instead contains a hose connected to the sink in a tiny space. Other pictures show how the men combine their small living space into a mini kitchenette, preparing their food right next to their beds as their belongings are sprawled across the floor. The men have barely enough space to manoeuvre around as the rooms do not contain storage, leaving them with little choice but to stack their items on top of one another, making complete use of the little room they have. Three men are seen preparing food in a makeshift kitchen containing just one small fan for ventilation and two tiny hobs, enough to make a meal for one. Because of the lack of space, some are left having to use their bed as desks, as one man is pictured completing some paper work while sitting cross legged opposite his bed. Another can be seen drawing a portrait while seated on his bed, with stacks of books and literature sprawled beside him. Some residents have even come up with unique ways to store their items due to the lack of space. One invented a trick to stack up his ironed shirts on top of one another with hooks to maximise the use of space. Some Goshiwals even have a roof where residents hang out and also leave their clothes to dry along washing lines. It is also where they store extra belongings including sofas, blankets, and any other items they are unable to keep in their rooms, leaving them susceptible to wear and tear from the rain or unfavourable weather conditions. ENDS
But barely (Picture: Simkyudong/ Jam Press)
South Korean photographer shows how the poor live in Goshitels. One South Korean photographer has captured the dilapidated living conditions of South Korea???s Goshitels, where thousands of low-income workers and students live in tiny cubicles to save on rent. The capital of South Korea, Seoul, is known for its high-rise city living ??? but not far from it lies a town where the country???s poor inhabitate. ???Goshiwon??? or ???Goshitel??? are tiny housing units that measure less than five square metres and are so crammed that only one person could possibly fit in at each time. They were originally used as cheap, temporary housing for students studying for important state and bar exams. But now, rising housing prices in Seoul have forced the poor workers to succumb to miniscule living conditions in order to survive. South Korean photographer Sim Kyu-dong spent around 5 years living in various Goshitels when he first began his career and made his big move Gangneung in Gangwon Province to Seoul. Sim wanted to capture the plight of those living in the tiny conditions and reveal the struggles people face in one of Seoul???s forgotten provinces. One picture shows a man crammed in a tiny bed barely fitting his entire body while he fiddles with the remote control to watch television from a tiny screen. Another photo shows a man dancing in a dimly lit staircase without a shirt on, as the light casts shadows across his chest revealing his rib cage popping out. One man can be seen smiling as he plays the guitar, appearing to pass time or trying to forget about the depressing living situation he has to endure. A black and white image reveals a man taking a shower on the floor in a crammed bathroom with barely any room to move. The bathroom doesn???t even have a separate shower, but instead shower but instead contains a hose connected to the sink in a tiny space. Other pictures show how the men combine their small living space into a mini kitchenette, preparing their food right next to their beds as their belongings are sprawled across the floor. The men have barely enough space to manoeuvre around as the rooms do not contain storage, leaving them with little choice but to stack their items on top of one another, making complete use of the little room they have. Three men are seen preparing food in a makeshift kitchen containing just one small fan for ventilation and two tiny hobs, enough to make a meal for one. Because of the lack of space, some are left having to use their bed as desks, as one man is pictured completing some paper work while sitting cross legged opposite his bed. Another can be seen drawing a portrait while seated on his bed, with stacks of books and literature sprawled beside him. Some residents have even come up with unique ways to store their items due to the lack of space. One invented a trick to stack up his ironed shirts on top of one another with hooks to maximise the use of space. Some Goshiwals even have a roof where residents hang out and also leave their clothes to dry along washing lines. It is also where they store extra belongings including sofas, blankets, and any other items they are unable to keep in their rooms, leaving them susceptible to wear and tear from the rain or unfavourable weather conditions. ENDS
While some residents are just passing through, others have lived here or in similar accomodation for years (Picture: Simkyudong/ Jam Press)
South Korean photographer shows how the poor live in Goshitels. One South Korean photographer has captured the dilapidated living conditions of South Korea???s Goshitels, where thousands of low-income workers and students live in tiny cubicles to save on rent. The capital of South Korea, Seoul, is known for its high-rise city living ??? but not far from it lies a town where the country???s poor inhabitate. ???Goshiwon??? or ???Goshitel??? are tiny housing units that measure less than five square metres and are so crammed that only one person could possibly fit in at each time. They were originally used as cheap, temporary housing for students studying for important state and bar exams. But now, rising housing prices in Seoul have forced the poor workers to succumb to miniscule living conditions in order to survive. South Korean photographer Sim Kyu-dong spent around 5 years living in various Goshitels when he first began his career and made his big move Gangneung in Gangwon Province to Seoul. Sim wanted to capture the plight of those living in the tiny conditions and reveal the struggles people face in one of Seoul???s forgotten provinces. One picture shows a man crammed in a tiny bed barely fitting his entire body while he fiddles with the remote control to watch television from a tiny screen. Another photo shows a man dancing in a dimly lit staircase without a shirt on, as the light casts shadows across his chest revealing his rib cage popping out. One man can be seen smiling as he plays the guitar, appearing to pass time or trying to forget about the depressing living situation he has to endure. A black and white image reveals a man taking a shower on the floor in a crammed bathroom with barely any room to move. The bathroom doesn???t even have a separate shower, but instead shower but instead contains a hose connected to the sink in a tiny space. Other pictures show how the men combine their small living space into a mini kitchenette, preparing their food right next to their beds as their belongings are sprawled across the floor. The men have barely enough space to manoeuvre around as the rooms do not contain storage, leaving them with little choice but to stack their items on top of one another, making complete use of the little room they have. Three men are seen preparing food in a makeshift kitchen containing just one small fan for ventilation and two tiny hobs, enough to make a meal for one. Because of the lack of space, some are left having to use their bed as desks, as one man is pictured completing some paper work while sitting cross legged opposite his bed. Another can be seen drawing a portrait while seated on his bed, with stacks of books and literature sprawled beside him. Some residents have even come up with unique ways to store their items due to the lack of space. One invented a trick to stack up his ironed shirts on top of one another with hooks to maximise the use of space. Some Goshiwals even have a roof where residents hang out and also leave their clothes to dry along washing lines. It is also where they store extra belongings including sofas, blankets, and any other items they are unable to keep in their rooms, leaving them susceptible to wear and tear from the rain or unfavourable weather conditions. ENDS
Goshiwon don’t require a deposit or maintenance fees, just cheap rent (Picture: Simkyudong/ Jam Press)
Story from Jam Press (Goshitels) By Latifa Yedroudj South Korean photographer shows how the poor live in Goshitels. One South Korean photographer has captured the dilapidated living conditions of South Korea???s Goshitels, where thousands of low-income workers and students live in tiny cubicles to save on rent. The capital of South Korea, Seoul, is known for its high-rise city living ??? but not far from it lies a town where the country???s poor inhabitate. ???Goshiwon??? or ???Goshitel??? are tiny housing units that measure less than five square metres and are so crammed that only one person could possibly fit in at each time. They were originally used as cheap, temporary housing for students studying for important state and bar exams. But now, rising housing prices in Seoul have forced the poor workers to succumb to miniscule living conditions in order to survive. South Korean photographer Sim Kyu-dong spent around 5 years living in various Goshitels when he first began his career and made his big move Gangneung in Gangwon Province to Seoul. Sim wanted to capture the plight of those living in the tiny conditions and reveal the struggles people face in one of Seoul???s forgotten provinces. One picture shows a man crammed in a tiny bed barely fitting his entire body while he fiddles with the remote control to watch television from a tiny screen. Another photo shows a man dancing in a dimly lit staircase without a shirt on, as the light casts shadows across his chest revealing his rib cage popping out. One man can be seen smiling as he plays the guitar, appearing to pass time or trying to forget about the depressing living situation he has to endure. A black and white image reveals a man taking a shower on the floor in a crammed bathroom with barely any room to move. The bathroom doesn???t even have a separate shower, but instead shower but instead contains a hose connected to the sink in a tiny space. Other pictures show how the men combine their small living space into a mini kitchenette, preparing their food right next to their beds as their belongings are sprawled across the floor. The men have barely enough space to manoeuvre around as the rooms do not contain storage, leaving them with little choice but to stack their items on top of one another, making complete use of the little room they have. Three men are seen preparing food in a makeshift kitchen containing just one small fan for ventilation and two tiny hobs, enough to make a meal for one. Because of the lack of space, some are left having to use their bed as desks, as one man is pictured completing some paper work while sitting cross legged opposite his bed. Another can be seen drawing a portrait while seated on his bed, with stacks of books and literature sprawled beside him. Some residents have even come up with unique ways to store their items due to the lack of space. One invented a trick to stack up his ironed shirts on top of one another with hooks to maximise the use of space. Some Goshiwals even have a roof where residents hang out and also leave their clothes to dry along washing lines. It is also where they store extra belongings including sofas, blankets, and any other items they are unable to keep in their rooms, leaving them susceptible to wear and tear from the rain or unfavourable weather conditions. ENDS
So it’s relatively easy to move from one building to another (Picture: Simkyudong/ Jam Press)
South Korean photographer shows how the poor live in Goshitels. One South Korean photographer has captured the dilapidated living conditions of South Korea???s Goshitels, where thousands of low-income workers and students live in tiny cubicles to save on rent. The capital of South Korea, Seoul, is known for its high-rise city living ??? but not far from it lies a town where the country???s poor inhabitate. ???Goshiwon??? or ???Goshitel??? are tiny housing units that measure less than five square metres and are so crammed that only one person could possibly fit in at each time. They were originally used as cheap, temporary housing for students studying for important state and bar exams. But now, rising housing prices in Seoul have forced the poor workers to succumb to miniscule living conditions in order to survive. South Korean photographer Sim Kyu-dong spent around 5 years living in various Goshitels when he first began his career and made his big move Gangneung in Gangwon Province to Seoul. Sim wanted to capture the plight of those living in the tiny conditions and reveal the struggles people face in one of Seoul???s forgotten provinces. One picture shows a man crammed in a tiny bed barely fitting his entire body while he fiddles with the remote control to watch television from a tiny screen. Another photo shows a man dancing in a dimly lit staircase without a shirt on, as the light casts shadows across his chest revealing his rib cage popping out. One man can be seen smiling as he plays the guitar, appearing to pass time or trying to forget about the depressing living situation he has to endure. A black and white image reveals a man taking a shower on the floor in a crammed bathroom with barely any room to move. The bathroom doesn???t even have a separate shower, but instead shower but instead contains a hose connected to the sink in a tiny space. Other pictures show how the men combine their small living space into a mini kitchenette, preparing their food right next to their beds as their belongings are sprawled across the floor. The men have barely enough space to manoeuvre around as the rooms do not contain storage, leaving them with little choice but to stack their items on top of one another, making complete use of the little room they have. Three men are seen preparing food in a makeshift kitchen containing just one small fan for ventilation and two tiny hobs, enough to make a meal for one. Because of the lack of space, some are left having to use their bed as desks, as one man is pictured completing some paper work while sitting cross legged opposite his bed. Another can be seen drawing a portrait while seated on his bed, with stacks of books and literature sprawled beside him. Some residents have even come up with unique ways to store their items due to the lack of space. One invented a trick to stack up his ironed shirts on top of one another with hooks to maximise the use of space. Some Goshiwals even have a roof where residents hang out and also leave their clothes to dry along washing lines. It is also where they store extra belongings including sofas, blankets, and any other items they are unable to keep in their rooms, leaving them susceptible to wear and tear from the rain or unfavourable weather conditions. ENDS
The limited space necessitates having few possessions, so it’s easy to pack up, too (Picture: Simkyudong/ Jam Press)
Story from Jam Press (Goshitels) By Latifa Yedroudj South Korean photographer shows how the poor live in Goshitels. One South Korean photographer has captured the dilapidated living conditions of South Korea???s Goshitels, where thousands of low-income workers and students live in tiny cubicles to save on rent. The capital of South Korea, Seoul, is known for its high-rise city living ??? but not far from it lies a town where the country???s poor inhabitate. ???Goshiwon??? or ???Goshitel??? are tiny housing units that measure less than five square metres and are so crammed that only one person could possibly fit in at each time. They were originally used as cheap, temporary housing for students studying for important state and bar exams. But now, rising housing prices in Seoul have forced the poor workers to succumb to miniscule living conditions in order to survive. South Korean photographer Sim Kyu-dong spent around 5 years living in various Goshitels when he first began his career and made his big move Gangneung in Gangwon Province to Seoul. Sim wanted to capture the plight of those living in the tiny conditions and reveal the struggles people face in one of Seoul???s forgotten provinces. One picture shows a man crammed in a tiny bed barely fitting his entire body while he fiddles with the remote control to watch television from a tiny screen. Another photo shows a man dancing in a dimly lit staircase without a shirt on, as the light casts shadows across his chest revealing his rib cage popping out. One man can be seen smiling as he plays the guitar, appearing to pass time or trying to forget about the depressing living situation he has to endure. A black and white image reveals a man taking a shower on the floor in a crammed bathroom with barely any room to move. The bathroom doesn???t even have a separate shower, but instead shower but instead contains a hose connected to the sink in a tiny space. Other pictures show how the men combine their small living space into a mini kitchenette, preparing their food right next to their beds as their belongings are sprawled across the floor. The men have barely enough space to manoeuvre around as the rooms do not contain storage, leaving them with little choice but to stack their items on top of one another, making complete use of the little room they have. Three men are seen preparing food in a makeshift kitchen containing just one small fan for ventilation and two tiny hobs, enough to make a meal for one. Because of the lack of space, some are left having to use their bed as desks, as one man is pictured completing some paper work while sitting cross legged opposite his bed. Another can be seen drawing a portrait while seated on his bed, with stacks of books and literature sprawled beside him. Some residents have even come up with unique ways to store their items due to the lack of space. One invented a trick to stack up his ironed shirts on top of one another with hooks to maximise the use of space. Some Goshiwals even have a roof where residents hang out and also leave their clothes to dry along washing lines. It is also where they store extra belongings including sofas, blankets, and any other items they are unable to keep in their rooms, leaving them susceptible to wear and tear from the rain or unfavourable weather conditions. ENDS
Yes, that is a sink in the shower (Picture: Simkyudong/ Jam Press)
South Korean photographer shows how the poor live in Goshitels. One South Korean photographer has captured the dilapidated living conditions of South Korea???s Goshitels, where thousands of low-income workers and students live in tiny cubicles to save on rent. The capital of South Korea, Seoul, is known for its high-rise city living ??? but not far from it lies a town where the country???s poor inhabitate. ???Goshiwon??? or ???Goshitel??? are tiny housing units that measure less than five square metres and are so crammed that only one person could possibly fit in at each time. They were originally used as cheap, temporary housing for students studying for important state and bar exams. But now, rising housing prices in Seoul have forced the poor workers to succumb to miniscule living conditions in order to survive. South Korean photographer Sim Kyu-dong spent around 5 years living in various Goshitels when he first began his career and made his big move Gangneung in Gangwon Province to Seoul. Sim wanted to capture the plight of those living in the tiny conditions and reveal the struggles people face in one of Seoul???s forgotten provinces. One picture shows a man crammed in a tiny bed barely fitting his entire body while he fiddles with the remote control to watch television from a tiny screen. Another photo shows a man dancing in a dimly lit staircase without a shirt on, as the light casts shadows across his chest revealing his rib cage popping out. One man can be seen smiling as he plays the guitar, appearing to pass time or trying to forget about the depressing living situation he has to endure. A black and white image reveals a man taking a shower on the floor in a crammed bathroom with barely any room to move. The bathroom doesn???t even have a separate shower, but instead shower but instead contains a hose connected to the sink in a tiny space. Other pictures show how the men combine their small living space into a mini kitchenette, preparing their food right next to their beds as their belongings are sprawled across the floor. The men have barely enough space to manoeuvre around as the rooms do not contain storage, leaving them with little choice but to stack their items on top of one another, making complete use of the little room they have. Three men are seen preparing food in a makeshift kitchen containing just one small fan for ventilation and two tiny hobs, enough to make a meal for one. Because of the lack of space, some are left having to use their bed as desks, as one man is pictured completing some paper work while sitting cross legged opposite his bed. Another can be seen drawing a portrait while seated on his bed, with stacks of books and literature sprawled beside him. Some residents have even come up with unique ways to store their items due to the lack of space. One invented a trick to stack up his ironed shirts on top of one another with hooks to maximise the use of space. Some Goshiwals even have a roof where residents hang out and also leave their clothes to dry along washing lines. It is also where they store extra belongings including sofas, blankets, and any other items they are unable to keep in their rooms, leaving them susceptible to wear and tear from the rain or unfavourable weather conditions. ENDS
Even hanging your clothes out to dry requires some creativity (Picture: Simkyudong/ Jam Press)
South Korean photographer shows how the poor live in Goshitels. One South Korean photographer has captured the dilapidated living conditions of South Korea???s Goshitels, where thousands of low-income workers and students live in tiny cubicles to save on rent. The capital of South Korea, Seoul, is known for its high-rise city living ??? but not far from it lies a town where the country???s poor inhabitate. ???Goshiwon??? or ???Goshitel??? are tiny housing units that measure less than five square metres and are so crammed that only one person could possibly fit in at each time. They were originally used as cheap, temporary housing for students studying for important state and bar exams. But now, rising housing prices in Seoul have forced the poor workers to succumb to miniscule living conditions in order to survive. South Korean photographer Sim Kyu-dong spent around 5 years living in various Goshitels when he first began his career and made his big move Gangneung in Gangwon Province to Seoul. Sim wanted to capture the plight of those living in the tiny conditions and reveal the struggles people face in one of Seoul???s forgotten provinces. One picture shows a man crammed in a tiny bed barely fitting his entire body while he fiddles with the remote control to watch television from a tiny screen. Another photo shows a man dancing in a dimly lit staircase without a shirt on, as the light casts shadows across his chest revealing his rib cage popping out. One man can be seen smiling as he plays the guitar, appearing to pass time or trying to forget about the depressing living situation he has to endure. A black and white image reveals a man taking a shower on the floor in a crammed bathroom with barely any room to move. The bathroom doesn???t even have a separate shower, but instead shower but instead contains a hose connected to the sink in a tiny space. Other pictures show how the men combine their small living space into a mini kitchenette, preparing their food right next to their beds as their belongings are sprawled across the floor. The men have barely enough space to manoeuvre around as the rooms do not contain storage, leaving them with little choice but to stack their items on top of one another, making complete use of the little room they have. Three men are seen preparing food in a makeshift kitchen containing just one small fan for ventilation and two tiny hobs, enough to make a meal for one. Because of the lack of space, some are left having to use their bed as desks, as one man is pictured completing some paper work while sitting cross legged opposite his bed. Another can be seen drawing a portrait while seated on his bed, with stacks of books and literature sprawled beside him. Some residents have even come up with unique ways to store their items due to the lack of space. One invented a trick to stack up his ironed shirts on top of one another with hooks to maximise the use of space. Some Goshiwals even have a roof where residents hang out and also leave their clothes to dry along washing lines. It is also where they store extra belongings including sofas, blankets, and any other items they are unable to keep in their rooms, leaving them susceptible to wear and tear from the rain or unfavourable weather conditions. ENDS
This man is making the most of the space (Picture: Simkyudong/ Jam Press)
South Korean photographer shows how the poor live in Goshitels. One South Korean photographer has captured the dilapidated living conditions of South Korea???s Goshitels, where thousands of low-income workers and students live in tiny cubicles to save on rent. The capital of South Korea, Seoul, is known for its high-rise city living ??? but not far from it lies a town where the country???s poor inhabitate. ???Goshiwon??? or ???Goshitel??? are tiny housing units that measure less than five square metres and are so crammed that only one person could possibly fit in at each time. They were originally used as cheap, temporary housing for students studying for important state and bar exams. But now, rising housing prices in Seoul have forced the poor workers to succumb to miniscule living conditions in order to survive. South Korean photographer Sim Kyu-dong spent around 5 years living in various Goshitels when he first began his career and made his big move Gangneung in Gangwon Province to Seoul. Sim wanted to capture the plight of those living in the tiny conditions and reveal the struggles people face in one of Seoul???s forgotten provinces. One picture shows a man crammed in a tiny bed barely fitting his entire body while he fiddles with the remote control to watch television from a tiny screen. Another photo shows a man dancing in a dimly lit staircase without a shirt on, as the light casts shadows across his chest revealing his rib cage popping out. One man can be seen smiling as he plays the guitar, appearing to pass time or trying to forget about the depressing living situation he has to endure. A black and white image reveals a man taking a shower on the floor in a crammed bathroom with barely any room to move. The bathroom doesn???t even have a separate shower, but instead shower but instead contains a hose connected to the sink in a tiny space. Other pictures show how the men combine their small living space into a mini kitchenette, preparing their food right next to their beds as their belongings are sprawled across the floor. The men have barely enough space to manoeuvre around as the rooms do not contain storage, leaving them with little choice but to stack their items on top of one another, making complete use of the little room they have. Three men are seen preparing food in a makeshift kitchen containing just one small fan for ventilation and two tiny hobs, enough to make a meal for one. Because of the lack of space, some are left having to use their bed as desks, as one man is pictured completing some paper work while sitting cross legged opposite his bed. Another can be seen drawing a portrait while seated on his bed, with stacks of books and literature sprawled beside him. Some residents have even come up with unique ways to store their items due to the lack of space. One invented a trick to stack up his ironed shirts on top of one another with hooks to maximise the use of space. Some Goshiwals even have a roof where residents hang out and also leave their clothes to dry along washing lines. It is also where they store extra belongings including sofas, blankets, and any other items they are unable to keep in their rooms, leaving them susceptible to wear and tear from the rain or unfavourable weather conditions. ENDS
Another resident lives here to follow his dreams of photography (Picture: Simkyudong/ Jam Press)
South Korean photographer shows how the poor live in Goshitels. One South Korean photographer has captured the dilapidated living conditions of South Korea???s Goshitels, where thousands of low-income workers and students live in tiny cubicles to save on rent. The capital of South Korea, Seoul, is known for its high-rise city living ??? but not far from it lies a town where the country???s poor inhabitate. ???Goshiwon??? or ???Goshitel??? are tiny housing units that measure less than five square metres and are so crammed that only one person could possibly fit in at each time. They were originally used as cheap, temporary housing for students studying for important state and bar exams. But now, rising housing prices in Seoul have forced the poor workers to succumb to miniscule living conditions in order to survive. South Korean photographer Sim Kyu-dong spent around 5 years living in various Goshitels when he first began his career and made his big move Gangneung in Gangwon Province to Seoul. Sim wanted to capture the plight of those living in the tiny conditions and reveal the struggles people face in one of Seoul???s forgotten provinces. One picture shows a man crammed in a tiny bed barely fitting his entire body while he fiddles with the remote control to watch television from a tiny screen. Another photo shows a man dancing in a dimly lit staircase without a shirt on, as the light casts shadows across his chest revealing his rib cage popping out. One man can be seen smiling as he plays the guitar, appearing to pass time or trying to forget about the depressing living situation he has to endure. A black and white image reveals a man taking a shower on the floor in a crammed bathroom with barely any room to move. The bathroom doesn???t even have a separate shower, but instead shower but instead contains a hose connected to the sink in a tiny space. Other pictures show how the men combine their small living space into a mini kitchenette, preparing their food right next to their beds as their belongings are sprawled across the floor. The men have barely enough space to manoeuvre around as the rooms do not contain storage, leaving them with little choice but to stack their items on top of one another, making complete use of the little room they have. Three men are seen preparing food in a makeshift kitchen containing just one small fan for ventilation and two tiny hobs, enough to make a meal for one. Because of the lack of space, some are left having to use their bed as desks, as one man is pictured completing some paper work while sitting cross legged opposite his bed. Another can be seen drawing a portrait while seated on his bed, with stacks of books and literature sprawled beside him. Some residents have even come up with unique ways to store their items due to the lack of space. One invented a trick to stack up his ironed shirts on top of one another with hooks to maximise the use of space. Some Goshiwals even have a roof where residents hang out and also leave their clothes to dry along washing lines. It is also where they store extra belongings including sofas, blankets, and any other items they are unable to keep in their rooms, leaving them susceptible to wear and tear from the rain or unfavourable weather conditions. ENDS
As you’d expect, the limited storage space is packed to the brim (Picture: Simkyudong/ Jam Press)
South Korean photographer shows how the poor live in Goshitels. One South Korean photographer has captured the dilapidated living conditions of South Korea???s Goshitels, where thousands of low-income workers and students live in tiny cubicles to save on rent. The capital of South Korea, Seoul, is known for its high-rise city living ??? but not far from it lies a town where the country???s poor inhabitate. ???Goshiwon??? or ???Goshitel??? are tiny housing units that measure less than five square metres and are so crammed that only one person could possibly fit in at each time. They were originally used as cheap, temporary housing for students studying for important state and bar exams. But now, rising housing prices in Seoul have forced the poor workers to succumb to miniscule living conditions in order to survive. South Korean photographer Sim Kyu-dong spent around 5 years living in various Goshitels when he first began his career and made his big move Gangneung in Gangwon Province to Seoul. Sim wanted to capture the plight of those living in the tiny conditions and reveal the struggles people face in one of Seoul???s forgotten provinces. One picture shows a man crammed in a tiny bed barely fitting his entire body while he fiddles with the remote control to watch television from a tiny screen. Another photo shows a man dancing in a dimly lit staircase without a shirt on, as the light casts shadows across his chest revealing his rib cage popping out. One man can be seen smiling as he plays the guitar, appearing to pass time or trying to forget about the depressing living situation he has to endure. A black and white image reveals a man taking a shower on the floor in a crammed bathroom with barely any room to move. The bathroom doesn???t even have a separate shower, but instead shower but instead contains a hose connected to the sink in a tiny space. Other pictures show how the men combine their small living space into a mini kitchenette, preparing their food right next to their beds as their belongings are sprawled across the floor. The men have barely enough space to manoeuvre around as the rooms do not contain storage, leaving them with little choice but to stack their items on top of one another, making complete use of the little room they have. Three men are seen preparing food in a makeshift kitchen containing just one small fan for ventilation and two tiny hobs, enough to make a meal for one. Because of the lack of space, some are left having to use their bed as desks, as one man is pictured completing some paper work while sitting cross legged opposite his bed. Another can be seen drawing a portrait while seated on his bed, with stacks of books and literature sprawled beside him. Some residents have even come up with unique ways to store their items due to the lack of space. One invented a trick to stack up his ironed shirts on top of one another with hooks to maximise the use of space. Some Goshiwals even have a roof where residents hang out and also leave their clothes to dry along washing lines. It is also where they store extra belongings including sofas, blankets, and any other items they are unable to keep in their rooms, leaving them susceptible to wear and tear from the rain or unfavourable weather conditions. ENDS
Many items need to be stored on the roof, making them vulnerable to poor weather conditions (Picture: Simkyudong/ Jam Press)
South Korean photographer shows how the poor live in Goshitels. One South Korean photographer has captured the dilapidated living conditions of South Korea???s Goshitels, where thousands of low-income workers and students live in tiny cubicles to save on rent. The capital of South Korea, Seoul, is known for its high-rise city living ??? but not far from it lies a town where the country???s poor inhabitate. ???Goshiwon??? or ???Goshitel??? are tiny housing units that measure less than five square metres and are so crammed that only one person could possibly fit in at each time. They were originally used as cheap, temporary housing for students studying for important state and bar exams. But now, rising housing prices in Seoul have forced the poor workers to succumb to miniscule living conditions in order to survive. South Korean photographer Sim Kyu-dong spent around 5 years living in various Goshitels when he first began his career and made his big move Gangneung in Gangwon Province to Seoul. Sim wanted to capture the plight of those living in the tiny conditions and reveal the struggles people face in one of Seoul???s forgotten provinces. One picture shows a man crammed in a tiny bed barely fitting his entire body while he fiddles with the remote control to watch television from a tiny screen. Another photo shows a man dancing in a dimly lit staircase without a shirt on, as the light casts shadows across his chest revealing his rib cage popping out. One man can be seen smiling as he plays the guitar, appearing to pass time or trying to forget about the depressing living situation he has to endure. A black and white image reveals a man taking a shower on the floor in a crammed bathroom with barely any room to move. The bathroom doesn???t even have a separate shower, but instead shower but instead contains a hose connected to the sink in a tiny space. Other pictures show how the men combine their small living space into a mini kitchenette, preparing their food right next to their beds as their belongings are sprawled across the floor. The men have barely enough space to manoeuvre around as the rooms do not contain storage, leaving them with little choice but to stack their items on top of one another, making complete use of the little room they have. Three men are seen preparing food in a makeshift kitchen containing just one small fan for ventilation and two tiny hobs, enough to make a meal for one. Because of the lack of space, some are left having to use their bed as desks, as one man is pictured completing some paper work while sitting cross legged opposite his bed. Another can be seen drawing a portrait while seated on his bed, with stacks of books and literature sprawled beside him. Some residents have even come up with unique ways to store their items due to the lack of space. One invented a trick to stack up his ironed shirts on top of one another with hooks to maximise the use of space. Some Goshiwals even have a roof where residents hang out and also leave their clothes to dry along washing lines. It is also where they store extra belongings including sofas, blankets, and any other items they are unable to keep in their rooms, leaving them susceptible to wear and tear from the rain or unfavourable weather conditions. ENDS
Beds double as space to work and study (Picture: Simkyudong/ Jam Press)
South Korean photographer shows how the poor live in Goshitels. One South Korean photographer has captured the dilapidated living conditions of South Korea???s Goshitels, where thousands of low-income workers and students live in tiny cubicles to save on rent. The capital of South Korea, Seoul, is known for its high-rise city living ??? but not far from it lies a town where the country???s poor inhabitate. ???Goshiwon??? or ???Goshitel??? are tiny housing units that measure less than five square metres and are so crammed that only one person could possibly fit in at each time. They were originally used as cheap, temporary housing for students studying for important state and bar exams. But now, rising housing prices in Seoul have forced the poor workers to succumb to miniscule living conditions in order to survive. South Korean photographer Sim Kyu-dong spent around 5 years living in various Goshitels when he first began his career and made his big move Gangneung in Gangwon Province to Seoul. Sim wanted to capture the plight of those living in the tiny conditions and reveal the struggles people face in one of Seoul???s forgotten provinces. One picture shows a man crammed in a tiny bed barely fitting his entire body while he fiddles with the remote control to watch television from a tiny screen. Another photo shows a man dancing in a dimly lit staircase without a shirt on, as the light casts shadows across his chest revealing his rib cage popping out. One man can be seen smiling as he plays the guitar, appearing to pass time or trying to forget about the depressing living situation he has to endure. A black and white image reveals a man taking a shower on the floor in a crammed bathroom with barely any room to move. The bathroom doesn???t even have a separate shower, but instead shower but instead contains a hose connected to the sink in a tiny space. Other pictures show how the men combine their small living space into a mini kitchenette, preparing their food right next to their beds as their belongings are sprawled across the floor. The men have barely enough space to manoeuvre around as the rooms do not contain storage, leaving them with little choice but to stack their items on top of one another, making complete use of the little room they have. Three men are seen preparing food in a makeshift kitchen containing just one small fan for ventilation and two tiny hobs, enough to make a meal for one. Because of the lack of space, some are left having to use their bed as desks, as one man is pictured completing some paper work while sitting cross legged opposite his bed. Another can be seen drawing a portrait while seated on his bed, with stacks of books and literature sprawled beside him. Some residents have even come up with unique ways to store their items due to the lack of space. One invented a trick to stack up his ironed shirts on top of one another with hooks to maximise the use of space. Some Goshiwals even have a roof where residents hang out and also leave their clothes to dry along washing lines. It is also where they store extra belongings including sofas, blankets, and any other items they are unable to keep in their rooms, leaving them susceptible to wear and tear from the rain or unfavourable weather conditions. ENDS
This makes your flat look pretty spacious, right? (Picture: Simkyudong/ Jam Press)
South Korean photographer shows how the poor live in Goshitels. One South Korean photographer has captured the dilapidated living conditions of South Korea???s Goshitels, where thousands of low-income workers and students live in tiny cubicles to save on rent. The capital of South Korea, Seoul, is known for its high-rise city living ??? but not far from it lies a town where the country???s poor inhabitate. ???Goshiwon??? or ???Goshitel??? are tiny housing units that measure less than five square metres and are so crammed that only one person could possibly fit in at each time. They were originally used as cheap, temporary housing for students studying for important state and bar exams. But now, rising housing prices in Seoul have forced the poor workers to succumb to miniscule living conditions in order to survive. South Korean photographer Sim Kyu-dong spent around 5 years living in various Goshitels when he first began his career and made his big move Gangneung in Gangwon Province to Seoul. Sim wanted to capture the plight of those living in the tiny conditions and reveal the struggles people face in one of Seoul???s forgotten provinces. One picture shows a man crammed in a tiny bed barely fitting his entire body while he fiddles with the remote control to watch television from a tiny screen. Another photo shows a man dancing in a dimly lit staircase without a shirt on, as the light casts shadows across his chest revealing his rib cage popping out. One man can be seen smiling as he plays the guitar, appearing to pass time or trying to forget about the depressing living situation he has to endure. A black and white image reveals a man taking a shower on the floor in a crammed bathroom with barely any room to move. The bathroom doesn???t even have a separate shower, but instead shower but instead contains a hose connected to the sink in a tiny space. Other pictures show how the men combine their small living space into a mini kitchenette, preparing their food right next to their beds as their belongings are sprawled across the floor. The men have barely enough space to manoeuvre around as the rooms do not contain storage, leaving them with little choice but to stack their items on top of one another, making complete use of the little room they have. Three men are seen preparing food in a makeshift kitchen containing just one small fan for ventilation and two tiny hobs, enough to make a meal for one. Because of the lack of space, some are left having to use their bed as desks, as one man is pictured completing some paper work while sitting cross legged opposite his bed. Another can be seen drawing a portrait while seated on his bed, with stacks of books and literature sprawled beside him. Some residents have even come up with unique ways to store their items due to the lack of space. One invented a trick to stack up his ironed shirts on top of one another with hooks to maximise the use of space. Some Goshiwals even have a roof where residents hang out and also leave their clothes to dry along washing lines. It is also where they store extra belongings including sofas, blankets, and any other items they are unable to keep in their rooms, leaving them susceptible to wear and tear from the rain or unfavourable weather conditions. ENDS
Of course there’s no room for an ironing board (Picture: Simkyudong/ Jam Press)
Story from Jam Press (Goshitels) By Latifa Yedroudj South Korean photographer shows how the poor live in Goshitels. One South Korean photographer has captured the dilapidated living conditions of South Korea???s Goshitels, where thousands of low-income workers and students live in tiny cubicles to save on rent. The capital of South Korea, Seoul, is known for its high-rise city living ??? but not far from it lies a town where the country???s poor inhabitate. ???Goshiwon??? or ???Goshitel??? are tiny housing units that measure less than five square metres and are so crammed that only one person could possibly fit in at each time. They were originally used as cheap, temporary housing for students studying for important state and bar exams. But now, rising housing prices in Seoul have forced the poor workers to succumb to miniscule living conditions in order to survive. South Korean photographer Sim Kyu-dong spent around 5 years living in various Goshitels when he first began his career and made his big move Gangneung in Gangwon Province to Seoul. Sim wanted to capture the plight of those living in the tiny conditions and reveal the struggles people face in one of Seoul???s forgotten provinces. One picture shows a man crammed in a tiny bed barely fitting his entire body while he fiddles with the remote control to watch television from a tiny screen. Another photo shows a man dancing in a dimly lit staircase without a shirt on, as the light casts shadows across his chest revealing his rib cage popping out. One man can be seen smiling as he plays the guitar, appearing to pass time or trying to forget about the depressing living situation he has to endure. A black and white image reveals a man taking a shower on the floor in a crammed bathroom with barely any room to move. The bathroom doesn???t even have a separate shower, but instead shower but instead contains a hose connected to the sink in a tiny space. Other pictures show how the men combine their small living space into a mini kitchenette, preparing their food right next to their beds as their belongings are sprawled across the floor. The men have barely enough space to manoeuvre around as the rooms do not contain storage, leaving them with little choice but to stack their items on top of one another, making complete use of the little room they have. Three men are seen preparing food in a makeshift kitchen containing just one small fan for ventilation and two tiny hobs, enough to make a meal for one. Because of the lack of space, some are left having to use their bed as desks, as one man is pictured completing some paper work while sitting cross legged opposite his bed. Another can be seen drawing a portrait while seated on his bed, with stacks of books and literature sprawled beside him. Some residents have even come up with unique ways to store their items due to the lack of space. One invented a trick to stack up his ironed shirts on top of one another with hooks to maximise the use of space. Some Goshiwals even have a roof where residents hang out and also leave their clothes to dry along washing lines. It is also where they store extra belongings including sofas, blankets, and any other items they are unable to keep in their rooms, leaving them susceptible to wear and tear from the rain or unfavourable weather conditions. ENDS
Many residents are in poor health (Picture: Simkyudong/ Jam Press)
South Korean photographer shows how the poor live in Goshitels. One South Korean photographer has captured the dilapidated living conditions of South Korea???s Goshitels, where thousands of low-income workers and students live in tiny cubicles to save on rent. The capital of South Korea, Seoul, is known for its high-rise city living ??? but not far from it lies a town where the country???s poor inhabitate. ???Goshiwon??? or ???Goshitel??? are tiny housing units that measure less than five square metres and are so crammed that only one person could possibly fit in at each time. They were originally used as cheap, temporary housing for students studying for important state and bar exams. But now, rising housing prices in Seoul have forced the poor workers to succumb to miniscule living conditions in order to survive. South Korean photographer Sim Kyu-dong spent around 5 years living in various Goshitels when he first began his career and made his big move Gangneung in Gangwon Province to Seoul. Sim wanted to capture the plight of those living in the tiny conditions and reveal the struggles people face in one of Seoul???s forgotten provinces. One picture shows a man crammed in a tiny bed barely fitting his entire body while he fiddles with the remote control to watch television from a tiny screen. Another photo shows a man dancing in a dimly lit staircase without a shirt on, as the light casts shadows across his chest revealing his rib cage popping out. One man can be seen smiling as he plays the guitar, appearing to pass time or trying to forget about the depressing living situation he has to endure. A black and white image reveals a man taking a shower on the floor in a crammed bathroom with barely any room to move. The bathroom doesn???t even have a separate shower, but instead shower but instead contains a hose connected to the sink in a tiny space. Other pictures show how the men combine their small living space into a mini kitchenette, preparing their food right next to their beds as their belongings are sprawled across the floor. The men have barely enough space to manoeuvre around as the rooms do not contain storage, leaving them with little choice but to stack their items on top of one another, making complete use of the little room they have. Three men are seen preparing food in a makeshift kitchen containing just one small fan for ventilation and two tiny hobs, enough to make a meal for one. Because of the lack of space, some are left having to use their bed as desks, as one man is pictured completing some paper work while sitting cross legged opposite his bed. Another can be seen drawing a portrait while seated on his bed, with stacks of books and literature sprawled beside him. Some residents have even come up with unique ways to store their items due to the lack of space. One invented a trick to stack up his ironed shirts on top of one another with hooks to maximise the use of space. Some Goshiwals even have a roof where residents hang out and also leave their clothes to dry along washing lines. It is also where they store extra belongings including sofas, blankets, and any other items they are unable to keep in their rooms, leaving them susceptible to wear and tear from the rain or unfavourable weather conditions. ENDS
It’s easy to stop caring about mess (Picture: Simkyudong/ Jam Press)
South Korean photographer shows how the poor live in Goshitels. One South Korean photographer has captured the dilapidated living conditions of South Korea???s Goshitels, where thousands of low-income workers and students live in tiny cubicles to save on rent. The capital of South Korea, Seoul, is known for its high-rise city living ??? but not far from it lies a town where the country???s poor inhabitate. ???Goshiwon??? or ???Goshitel??? are tiny housing units that measure less than five square metres and are so crammed that only one person could possibly fit in at each time. They were originally used as cheap, temporary housing for students studying for important state and bar exams. But now, rising housing prices in Seoul have forced the poor workers to succumb to miniscule living conditions in order to survive. South Korean photographer Sim Kyu-dong spent around 5 years living in various Goshitels when he first began his career and made his big move Gangneung in Gangwon Province to Seoul. Sim wanted to capture the plight of those living in the tiny conditions and reveal the struggles people face in one of Seoul???s forgotten provinces. One picture shows a man crammed in a tiny bed barely fitting his entire body while he fiddles with the remote control to watch television from a tiny screen. Another photo shows a man dancing in a dimly lit staircase without a shirt on, as the light casts shadows across his chest revealing his rib cage popping out. One man can be seen smiling as he plays the guitar, appearing to pass time or trying to forget about the depressing living situation he has to endure. A black and white image reveals a man taking a shower on the floor in a crammed bathroom with barely any room to move. The bathroom doesn???t even have a separate shower, but instead shower but instead contains a hose connected to the sink in a tiny space. Other pictures show how the men combine their small living space into a mini kitchenette, preparing their food right next to their beds as their belongings are sprawled across the floor. The men have barely enough space to manoeuvre around as the rooms do not contain storage, leaving them with little choice but to stack their items on top of one another, making complete use of the little room they have. Three men are seen preparing food in a makeshift kitchen containing just one small fan for ventilation and two tiny hobs, enough to make a meal for one. Because of the lack of space, some are left having to use their bed as desks, as one man is pictured completing some paper work while sitting cross legged opposite his bed. Another can be seen drawing a portrait while seated on his bed, with stacks of books and literature sprawled beside him. Some residents have even come up with unique ways to store their items due to the lack of space. One invented a trick to stack up his ironed shirts on top of one another with hooks to maximise the use of space. Some Goshiwals even have a roof where residents hang out and also leave their clothes to dry along washing lines. It is also where they store extra belongings including sofas, blankets, and any other items they are unable to keep in their rooms, leaving them susceptible to wear and tear from the rain or unfavourable weather conditions. ENDS
There’s hardly room to lie down and rest (Picture: Simkyudong/ Jam Press)
Latifa Yedroudj South Korean photographer shows how the poor live in Goshitels. One South Korean photographer has captured the dilapidated living conditions of South Korea???s Goshitels, where thousands of low-income workers and students live in tiny cubicles to save on rent. The capital of South Korea, Seoul, is known for its high-rise city living ??? but not far from it lies a town where the country???s poor inhabitate. ???Goshiwon??? or ???Goshitel??? are tiny housing units that measure less than five square metres and are so crammed that only one person could possibly fit in at each time. They were originally used as cheap, temporary housing for students studying for important state and bar exams. But now, rising housing prices in Seoul have forced the poor workers to succumb to miniscule living conditions in order to survive. South Korean photographer Sim Kyu-dong spent around 5 years living in various Goshitels when he first began his career and made his big move Gangneung in Gangwon Province to Seoul. Sim wanted to capture the plight of those living in the tiny conditions and reveal the struggles people face in one of Seoul???s forgotten provinces. One picture shows a man crammed in a tiny bed barely fitting his entire body while he fiddles with the remote control to watch television from a tiny screen. Another photo shows a man dancing in a dimly lit staircase without a shirt on, as the light casts shadows across his chest revealing his rib cage popping out. One man can be seen smiling as he plays the guitar, appearing to pass time or trying to forget about the depressing living situation he has to endure. A black and white image reveals a man taking a shower on the floor in a crammed bathroom with barely any room to move. The bathroom doesn???t even have a separate shower, but instead shower but instead contains a hose connected to the sink in a tiny space. Other pictures show how the men combine their small living space into a mini kitchenette, preparing their food right next to their beds as their belongings are sprawled across the floor. The men have barely enough space to manoeuvre around as the rooms do not contain storage, leaving them with little choice but to stack their items on top of one another, making complete use of the little room they have. Three men are seen preparing food in a makeshift kitchen containing just one small fan for ventilation and two tiny hobs, enough to make a meal for one. Because of the lack of space, some are left having to use their bed as desks, as one man is pictured completing some paper work while sitting cross legged opposite his bed. Another can be seen drawing a portrait while seated on his bed, with stacks of books and literature sprawled beside him. Some residents have even come up with unique ways to store their items due to the lack of space. One invented a trick to stack up his ironed shirts on top of one another with hooks to maximise the use of space. Some Goshiwals even have a roof where residents hang out and also leave their clothes to dry along washing lines. It is also where they store extra belongings including sofas, blankets, and any other items they are unable to keep in their rooms, leaving them susceptible to wear and tear from the rain or unfavourable weather conditions. ENDS
Even in the most dire situations, life continues to bloom (Picture: Simkyudong/ Jam Press)
South Korean photographer shows how the poor live in Goshitels. One South Korean photographer has captured the dilapidated living conditions of South Korea???s Goshitels, where thousands of low-income workers and students live in tiny cubicles to save on rent. The capital of South Korea, Seoul, is known for its high-rise city living ??? but not far from it lies a town where the country???s poor inhabitate. ???Goshiwon??? or ???Goshitel??? are tiny housing units that measure less than five square metres and are so crammed that only one person could possibly fit in at each time. They were originally used as cheap, temporary housing for students studying for important state and bar exams. But now, rising housing prices in Seoul have forced the poor workers to succumb to miniscule living conditions in order to survive. South Korean photographer Sim Kyu-dong spent around 5 years living in various Goshitels when he first began his career and made his big move Gangneung in Gangwon Province to Seoul. Sim wanted to capture the plight of those living in the tiny conditions and reveal the struggles people face in one of Seoul???s forgotten provinces. One picture shows a man crammed in a tiny bed barely fitting his entire body while he fiddles with the remote control to watch television from a tiny screen. Another photo shows a man dancing in a dimly lit staircase without a shirt on, as the light casts shadows across his chest revealing his rib cage popping out. One man can be seen smiling as he plays the guitar, appearing to pass time or trying to forget about the depressing living situation he has to endure. A black and white image reveals a man taking a shower on the floor in a crammed bathroom with barely any room to move. The bathroom doesn???t even have a separate shower, but instead shower but instead contains a hose connected to the sink in a tiny space. Other pictures show how the men combine their small living space into a mini kitchenette, preparing their food right next to their beds as their belongings are sprawled across the floor. The men have barely enough space to manoeuvre around as the rooms do not contain storage, leaving them with little choice but to stack their items on top of one another, making complete use of the little room they have. Three men are seen preparing food in a makeshift kitchen containing just one small fan for ventilation and two tiny hobs, enough to make a meal for one. Because of the lack of space, some are left having to use their bed as desks, as one man is pictured completing some paper work while sitting cross legged opposite his bed. Another can be seen drawing a portrait while seated on his bed, with stacks of books and literature sprawled beside him. Some residents have even come up with unique ways to store their items due to the lack of space. One invented a trick to stack up his ironed shirts on top of one another with hooks to maximise the use of space. Some Goshiwals even have a roof where residents hang out and also leave their clothes to dry along washing lines. It is also where they store extra belongings including sofas, blankets, and any other items they are unable to keep in their rooms, leaving them susceptible to wear and tear from the rain or unfavourable weather conditions. ENDS
And people keep pursuing their dreams (Picture: Simkyudong/ Jam Press)

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source https://metro.co.uk/2019/12/05/photos-capture-cramped-life-south-koreas-tiny-housing-cubicles-goshitels-11269623/
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