Another style involving multi-cluster brackets influenced by Yuan China emerged after the mid-Koryo period and continued into the Choson period. With clusters of brackets placed not only on the column heads but also on the horizontal beams between columns, this style was much heavier in feel. A building thus constructed was sturdier and had a more imposing appearance. The roof was usually hipped and gabled and, unlike the column-head style, the ceiling was covered with panels, creating a checkered appearance.

During this period, Buddhism became tinged with Taoism, shamanism and other belief systems. The traditional styles of "one Pagoda" or "two Pagodas" for a certain number of halls disappeared from use as such shrines, as Ch'ilsonggak for the spirits of the Seven Stars, and Sanshin-gak for the Sanshin, or "Mountain Spirit," were added to temple facilities. The placement of structures became more complicated with the introduction of geomancy into temple planning. This was largely due to a highly esteemed monk named Toson.

Some of the best temples of the period are Hungwangsa, Purilsa and Manboksa. Though none have survived, the way in which they were arranged has become known through extensive excavations of the temple sites.