We had the distinct pleasure to interview award winning designer Tzuhsiang Lin about their original and creative Home Decoration design work. Tzuhsiang Lin is an award-winning industrial designer, that makes our world a better place with their original home decoration works.
Tzuhsiang Lin ("TL") answered Design Interview ("DI") questions about their award-winning work Crystal Home Decoration. Interview questions prepared by Frank Scott.
TL : The design is inspired by natural crystal formations and the emotional clarity they represent—sharp, quiet, and reflective.
TL : My goal was to create a sculptural object that captures light in a way that evokes stillness and introspection.
TL : I plan to expand it into a small collection with different sizes and finishes, and explore limited-edition production or gallery showcases.
TL : From ideation to 3D-printed prototype, it took approximately a year.
TL : It was self-initiated, driven by my interest in how folded geometry and translucency can express emotion.
TL : I intend to produce a small batch myself and am open to licensing or collaboration with brands.
TL : I wanted to create a personal object that blends minimalist design with poetic form—something that’s quiet but speaks.
TL : Yes, I was influenced by the folds in Issey Miyake’s work and the sensitivity to light in Tokujin Yoshioka’s designs.
TL : Design-conscious individuals who appreciate minimalist, tactile, and emotionally resonant objects.
TL : Its precision-crafted folds, made possible by resin 3D printing, create a subtle dance of light and shadow that changes throughout the day.
TL : “Crystal” reflects both its geometric sharpness and the emotional purity I aimed to express through form and light.
TL : I used Rhinoceros for modeling, KeyShot for rendering, and resin-based 3D printing for production.
TL : The interplay between the sharply folded geometry and the soft, diffused lighting effect it creates.
TL : This was a solo design project, though I consulted with materials experts on print thickness and finish.
TL : Technology—particularly 3D printing—was essential in achieving the crisp details and translucent finish of the design.
TL : I conducted visual and material research on light diffusion, crystalline forms, and 3D printability of intricate folds.
TL : Ensuring the delicate folds were printable without losing structural integrity was a key challenge.
TL : I believed this project had both emotional depth and visual strength, making it a fitting entry for a global audience.
TL : I refined my ability to design for both material constraints and emotional impact—combining technology with feeling.
TL : This project reflects my belief that design can be meditative and meaningful—even in the smallest forms we live with every day.
