Abstract
This study is the about architect Lee myeong-min. Lee myeong-min, although he was an architect, has been handed down only as loyalists of Dan-jong. The results of this study are as follows. First, Lee myeong-min is a figure laid the foundation for Joseon Dynasty architecture in existence. He opened a new construction era complementing the architecture of the old era with Neo-confucianism in 15th century. Second, through the construction of Naebuldang in Gyeongbokgung Palace and Daejaam, Lee myeong-min showed excellent ability in management of material, reduction the construction cost and manpower. Since he generalized Do-Cheong which is an agency specialized in architecture, he could overall all about construction in capital city. Third, Lee myeong-min was very competent in middle story construction. All of the middle-layer construction in 15th-century was done by Lee myeong-min. Fourth, although Lee myeong-min was handed down only a faithful subject by Gyeyujeongnan, he was a Joseon Dynasty architect who oversees construction in the 15th century which was glory day of Joseon culture.