Organizer Information
The National Asian Culture Center (ACC) in South Korea is a premier institution dedicated to promoting the diversity and innovation of Asian culture and arts. ACC provides an international platform for creative production, research, cultural exchange, and professional development. Through its residencies, exhibitions, and public programs, ACC encourages experimentation,
cross-disciplinary collaboration, and the creation of projects that engage global audiences and contemporary cultural discourse.
Title & Description
ACC CREATORS 2026 Residency – Speculative Communities
The ACC CREATORS Residency invites visionary creators from Korea and around the world to explore the theme "Speculative Communities." This program is designed for artists, designers, architects, engineers, and researchers interested in the intersection of art, technology, and society. Participants will engage in a dynamic research, development, and production process, creating projects that speculate on how communities may evolve in the age of AI, digital interfaces, and emerging technologies. The residency emphasizes experimental approaches, encouraging participants to work with interfaces, platforms, devices, prototypes, sensors, and other tools to materialize their concepts.
Categories
Eligibility
- Open to creators active in interdisciplinary arts, Art & Technology, design, architecture, engineering, or related fields.
- International applicants eligible to obtain a Korean visa for the full residency period.
- Individuals who have not participated in ACC residencies from 2023–2025.
- Must be able to use the studio and accommodation at least 10 days per month.
- Cannot be full-time employees at institutions or companies during the residency.
Program Benefits & Awards
- Project Budget: KRW 30,000,000 (production room) / KRW 20,000,000 (other categories)
- Stipend: KRW 2,500,000 per participant
- Travel Support: One round-trip airfare for international residents
- Workspace & Accommodation: ACT Studio / Asia Plex Studio for the duration of the program
- Opportunity to present work in a final exhibition at ACC ACT Studio
- Potential secondary production support and participation in overseas partner programs
Application Fee
None
Application Requirements
- Completed Application Form including project proposal and consent to collect personal data
- CV and Portfolio with past projects and media links
- All documents submitted in PDF format (max 50 MB per file)
- For teams, a designated leader must submit the application
How to Apply?
Online Application
Key Dates
- Application Deadline: 1 March 2026
- 1st Round Review: March – April 2026
- Shortlisted Candidates Notified: 3 April 2026
- Online Interviews: 13–19 April 2026
- Final Selection Announcement: 20 April 2026
- Residency Program: 27 June – 30 November 2026
- Final Exhibition: 20–29 November 2026
Location
South Korea
Additional Details
- Participants must sign a participation agreement and comply with all program requirements.
- Applicants may be disqualified if proposals infringe IP rights or overlap with other funded projects.
- Residency participation requires proof of personal accident insurance (travel insurance for foreign nationals).
- ACC encourages interdisciplinary and experimental projects and prioritizes creative innovation.
