Blossom Ynteraktive Ynstallaasje troch Zhenglong Yang

Blossom Ynteraktive Ynstallaasje troch Zhenglong Yang is in heech wurdearre winner fan de tige prestizjeuze 2025 A' Design Award yn Brûns yn de kompetysje-kategory Ynstalaasje Ûntwerp.

BrûnsYnstalaasje· 2025

Blossom Ynteraktive Ynstallaasje

troch Zhenglong Yang

A' Design Award yn Brûns Winner yn de kategory Ynstalaasje

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Oer Blossom Ynteraktive Ynstallaasje

Blossom is in ynteraktive fideo-ynstallaasje ynspirearre troch Easterse filosofy, dy't de syklus fan it libben en it belang fan bewust oanwêzich wêzen beklammet. Troch it bloeien fan in Hibiscus rosa sinensis, Sina-roas, as reaksje op de oanwêzigens fan de beskôger, noeget it wurk út ta besinning oer de fergonklike skientme fan it libben. It stimulearret beskôgers om it momint te ûntfangen en dêrby dúdlikheid en betsjutting te finen yn it ivichduorjende ritme fan it bestean.

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Oer de A' Design Award yn Brûns

Blossom Ynteraktive Ynstallaasje is in winner fan de A' Design Award yn Brûns, in heech prestisjeuze erkenning foar treflike ûntwerpen dy't har ûnderskiede troch kreativiteit, fernuft en tûkens. Brûnswinners binne tige feardige en opfallend kreative artefakten dy't de grutte ûnderfining, ferbylding en betochtsumens fan har ûntwerpers befêstigje. Fan Blossom Ynteraktive Ynstallaasje wurdt ferwachte dat it in tige heech achte, bewûndere en dierber objekt is dat opmerklik profesjoneel en ynnovatyf is. Dit winnende ûntwerp fan de A' Design Award yn Brûns yntegrearret de bêste praktiken yn keunst, wittenskip, ûntwerp en technology en is treflik om syn omtinken foar detail. Blossom Ynteraktive Ynstallaasje foldocht behoeften prachtich, reitsjet winsken, betsjoeveret gefoelens en sprekt nijsgjirrigens oan.

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Credits, teamleden en technyske details levere troch de ûntwerper.

Unike Eigenskippen: Blossom is an interactive video installation inspired by Eastern philosophy, emphasizing the cycle of life and the importance of being present. Through the blooming of a Hibiscus rosa-sinensis (China rose) in response to the viewer’s presence, the piece invites contemplation of life’s transient beauty. It encourages viewers to embrace the moment, finding clarity and meaning within the perpetual rhythm of existence.
Ofmjittingen & Ferpakking: Width 350 mm, Depth 350 mm, Height 420 mm
Labels: Interactive Installation, Responsive Art, Video Installation, Physical Computing, Presence, Eastern Philosophy
Produksjetechnology: The design integrates a ToF (time-of-flight) sensor to detect the viewer's presence. Sensor data is processed by a microcontroller, which communicates with TouchDesigner, an interactive visual application running on a computer. TouchDesigner triggers the video content based on the input, which is then displayed on a CRT TV. This workflow combines precision sensing with dynamic visuals to create an engaging, responsive experience.
Untwerpútdaging: The hardest part was translating Eastern philosophy into an interactive design that could communicate mindfulness and presence to a global audience. Capturing the transient beauty of a flower blooming required aligning technology with philosophical principles, ensuring it felt natural and reflective. The challenge was balancing technical precision with artistic subtlety, overcoming limitations in sensor accuracy, and ensuring the system’s responsiveness evoked the cyclical, harmonious nature central to Eastern thought.
Undersyk: Type of Research: Experimental design research.
Objectives: To explore how interactivity fosters mindfulness and emotional engagement.
Methodology: Prototyping and user testing refined the interaction between technology and behavior.
Tools: ToF sensor, microcontroller, and TouchDesigner enabled dynamic responses.
Results: Viewers paused to engage, highlighting its calming impact.
Insights: The project bridges art, technology, and mindfulness, inspiring future public and interactive designs.
Ynspiraasje: This artwork draws inspiration from Eastern philosophy, particularly the concepts of "the cycle of life" and "mindfulness of the present moment." The blossoming flower symbolizes fleeting beauty, while the closing bud reflects life's cyclical nature. Rooted in the wisdom of harmony with nature, the piece invites viewers to embrace the present and reflect on the interconnectedness of humanity, time, and the natural world.
Projektdoer: The project started in September 2024 in New York City and finished in December 2024 in New York City, and was exhibited in Interactive Telecommunication Exhibition Brooklyn in December 2024.
Operaasjestreamferrin: The ToF sensor detects the viewer's presence, sending data to a microcontroller that triggers TouchDesigner to control the video. The flower blooms fully when a viewer pauses, retreats to a bud when they leave, and reacts minimally to passersby. If the viewer leaves during the blooming process, it pauses and retreats to the bud. The integration of precise sensor data with dynamic content enables an intuitive and engaging interaction, fostering a deeper connection to the present moment.