about us
WHO WE ARE
We are restorers of spirit, not just form; technicians in dialogue with time. We see ourselves as messengers connecting the past, present, and future. Through the language of technology, we translate the wisdom of our ancestors—often lost or weathered by time—to inspire today's generation and those to come.
We are restorers of spirit, not just form; technicians in dialogue with time. We see ourselves as messengers connecting the past, present, and future. Through the language of technology, we translate the wisdom of our ancestors—often lost or weathered by time—to inspire today's generation and those to come.
We are restorers of spirit, not just form; technicians in dialogue with time. We see ourselves as messengers connecting the past, present, and future. Through the language of technology, we translate the wisdom of our ancestors—often lost or weathered by time—to inspire today's generation and those to come.
Our expertise
TRIC is a South Korea–based global art-tech company with unparalleled expertise across the entire digital heritage spectrum—from data archiving and preservation to restoration, replication, R&D, content production, and exhibition. We digitize invaluable heritage assets using advanced technologies such as 3D scanning, gigapixel imaging, and RTI, then optimize the data into lightweight, high-fidelity digital assets ready for use across a wide range of media and technology platforms.
Our expertise
TRIC is a South Korea–based global art-tech company with unparalleled expertise across the entire digital heritage spectrum—from data archiving and preservation to restoration, replication, R&D, content production, and exhibition. We digitize invaluable heritage assets using advanced technologies such as 3D scanning, gigapixel imaging, and RTI, then optimize the data into lightweight, high-fidelity digital assets ready for use across a wide range of media and technology platforms.
Our expertise
TRIC is a South Korea–based global art-tech company with unparalleled expertise across the entire digital heritage spectrum—from data archiving and preservation to restoration, replication, R&D, content production, and exhibition. We digitize invaluable heritage assets using advanced technologies such as 3D scanning, gigapixel imaging, and RTI, then optimize the data into lightweight, high-fidelity digital assets ready for use across a wide range of media and technology platforms.
Our Achievements
Through years of research and development, we have optimized these resources into lightweight digital heritage assets that can be seamlessly integrated into any environment, including real-time engines — earning multiple honors at prestigious global design awards and demonstrating our international competitiveness. TRIC is also the only Asian company to have carried out UNESCO World Heritage digital projects in Europe and Egypt.
Our Achievements
Through years of research and development, we have optimized these resources into lightweight digital heritage assets that can be seamlessly integrated into any environment, including real-time engines — earning multiple honors at prestigious global design awards and demonstrating our international competitiveness. TRIC is also the only Asian company to have carried out UNESCO World Heritage digital projects in Europe and Egypt.
Our Achievements
Through years of research and development, we have optimized these resources into lightweight digital heritage assets that can be seamlessly integrated into any environment, including real-time engines — earning multiple honors at prestigious global design awards and demonstrating our international competitiveness. TRIC is also the only Asian company to have carried out UNESCO World Heritage digital projects in Europe and Egypt.
2013
2013
2013
Establishment of TRIC (Technology Research Institute for Culture & Heritage)
Establishment of TRIC (Technology Research Institute for Culture & Heritage)
Establishment of TRIC (Technology Research Institute for Culture & Heritage)
2014
2014
2014
Digital restoration of Seokguram Grotto for <Silla: Korea’s Golden Kingdom> at New York Met Museum
Digital restoration of Seokguram Grotto for <Silla: Korea’s Golden Kingdom> at New York Met Museum
Digital restoration of Seokguram Grotto for <Silla: Korea’s Golden Kingdom> at New York Met Museum
2016
2016
2016
Merger with Leegang Cultural Heritage Technology Laboratory and launch of co-CEO leadership
Merger with Leegang Cultural Heritage Technology Laboratory and launch of co-CEO leadership
Merger with Leegang Cultural Heritage Technology Laboratory and launch of co-CEO leadership
2018
2018
2018
<Seokguram Grotto Walkthrough VR> honored by the Administrator of the Korea Heritage Service
<Seokguram Grotto Walkthrough VR> honored by the Administrator of the Korea Heritage Service
<Seokguram Grotto Walkthrough VR> honored by the Administrator of the Korea Heritage Service
2019
2019
2019
South • North Korea collaboration project: digital restoration of natural heritage
South • North Korea collaboration project: digital restoration of natural heritage
South • North Korea collaboration project: digital restoration of natural heritage
2020
2020
2020
Produced immersive content for UNESCO World Heritage Charlottenburg Palace
Produced immersive content for UNESCO World Heritage Charlottenburg Palace
Produced immersive content for UNESCO World Heritage Charlottenburg Palace
2022
2022
2022
Hyperscale media art installation featuring the Pensive Bodhisattva at Incheon Airport
Hyperscale media art installation featuring the Pensive Bodhisattva at Incheon Airport
Hyperscale media art installation featuring the Pensive Bodhisattva at Incheon Airport
2023
2023
2023
<Digital Stele of Gwanggaeto the Great> honored by the Minister of Korea Culture, Sports and Tourism Commendation
<Digital Stele of Gwanggaeto the Great> honored by the Minister of Korea Culture, Sports and Tourism Commendation
<Digital Stele of Gwanggaeto the Great> honored by the Minister of Korea Culture, Sports and Tourism Commendation
2024
2024
2024
Grand slam of top 3 design awards: Red Dot, iF, and IDEA
Grand slam of top 3 design awards: Red Dot, iF, and IDEA
Grand slam of top 3 design awards: Red Dot, iF, and IDEA
2025
2025
2025
Opening of <Flashback Ground: Gyerim> media art theme park
Opening of <Flashback Ground: Gyerim> media art theme park
Opening of <Flashback Ground: Gyerim> media art theme park
about us
WHAT WE DO
Technology should never outshine heritage — we see that as a failed project.
Like a fine suit that doesn’t fit, the wrong tech does more harm than good.
We choose the right technology, not just the latest, to tell stories that matter.
Technology should never outshine heritage — we see that as a failed project.
Like a fine suit that doesn’t fit, the wrong tech does more harm than good.
We choose the right technology, not just the latest, to tell stories that matter.
Technology should never outshine heritage — we see that as a failed project.
Like a fine suit that doesn’t fit, the wrong tech does more harm than good.
We choose the right technology, not just the latest, to tell stories that matter.
Our technology and strengths
Our technology and strengths
Our technology and strengths
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Heritage Digitization Technology
TRIC scans large, complex heritage raw data — from paintings, metalwork, and ceramics to wooden or stone architecture, excavated sites, and natural specimens. Each type is processed with specialized techniques to create unique, high-precision digital assets.
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From museum artifacts to open source digital resources
Pensive Bodhisattva Reborn at the Height of a 5-Story Building
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<Sorabol 1000> A Time Travel to Gyeongju, the Millennium Capital
Designing A Magical Encounter with Baekje Dragon
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Digital Homecoming of <Seven Jewled Mountains> Painting
<Denny's Taegeukgi> Celebrating the 80th Anniversary of Korea Liberation
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Heritage Digitization Technology
TRIC scans large, complex heritage raw data — from paintings, metalwork, and ceramics to wooden or stone architecture, excavated sites, and natural specimens. Each type is processed with specialized techniques to create unique, high-precision digital assets.
project
specialty
link
READ MORE
From museum artifacts to open source digital resources
Pensive Bodhisattva Reborn at the Height of a 5-Story Building
READ MORE
<Sorabol 1000> A Time Travel to Gyeongju, the Millennium Capital
Designing A Magical Encounter with Baekje Dragon
READ MORE
Digital Homecoming of <Seven Jewled Mountains> Painting
<Denny's Taegeukgi> Celebrating the 80th Anniversary of Korea Liberation
01
Heritage Digitization Technology
TRIC scans large, complex heritage raw data — from paintings, metalwork, and ceramics to wooden or stone architecture, excavated sites, and natural specimens. Each type is processed with specialized techniques to create unique, high-precision digital assets.
project
specialty
link
READ MORE
From museum artifacts to open source digital resources
Pensive Bodhisattva Reborn at the Height of a 5-Story Building
READ MORE
<Sorabol 1000> A Time Travel to Gyeongju, the Millennium Capital
Designing A Magical Encounter with Baekje Dragon
READ MORE
Digital Homecoming of <Seven Jewled Mountains> Painting
<Denny's Taegeukgi> Celebrating the 80th Anniversary of Korea Liberation
