The Bright, Open Space project by Chang of Taichung City-based Tienfun Interior Planning Ltd in central Taiwan sets out a living space featuring wood and natural stone to create a harmonious feel in keeping with the human desire for seamless transitions appealing to the senses. It scored highly in the assessment criteria including degree of innovation, ecological compatibility, formal quality, functionality, and symbolic and emotional content.
The project was praised by the Red Dot Jury for its fascinating and fresh approach. “The concept of wall elements formed by plants creates a fascinating atmosphere of translucency,” the jury said in a statement, adding that the plants in the wall serve as the organic pulse of the house.
Chang said winning the prize is a real boost and enticement for putting even more effort into thinking outside the box. “It is also an important recognition of my consistent efforts to explore Chinese culture and interpret global fashion trends.’
According to Chang, his concept is based on creating a livable space highlighting family affections, interpersonal exchanges and the relationships among people, space and Mother Nature.
This year’s Product Design competition involved 5,200 submissions by designers and manufacturers from 57 countries and territories. Official honors were bestowed upon 1,304 products across 31 categories ranging from computers and information communication technology to fashion, lifestyle and accessories. Of these, 79 won Best of the Best prizes, while 107 bagged an Honorable Mention.
A total of 98 submissions from Taiwan earned Red Dot Award prizes this year, up from 90 in 2015.
Established in 1955, Red Dot Award is one of the largest and most distinguished industrial design competitions in the world. Winning products are showcased at the Red Dot Design museums in Essen, Singapore and Taipei City. Red Dot Museum Taipei opened in 2013 at Songshan Cultural and Creative Park. (E)
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