China | Total Awards: 2 | Total Score: 4
Hou Liang is a graduate student pursuing a master's degree in industrial design at Zhejiang University. He loves design and education. His research focuses on design thinking and design tools. He believes that design may not be able to change the world, but it can warm the world.
VIEW DESIGNS| Category | Ranking | Awards | Score |
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| Bakeware, Tableware, Drinkware and Cookware Design | 186 | 1 | 2 |
| Education, Teaching Aid and Training Content Design | 24 | 1 | 2 |
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Read The InterviewSalt Jar for Collecting Brine
The Coastal Bam Jar is a sustainable salt container designed for fishermen along China's southeastern coast. Its open mouth form allows for easy hand access, inspired by local usage habits. Dual bamboo weaving techniques improve filtration and durability. The natural materials offer a tactile, organic feel. Subtle references to Feng Shui reflect regional culture, allowing the jar to blend into daily life while honoring traditional craftsmanship.
| Category | Award Status | Year | Designed For |
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| Bakeware, Tableware, Drinkware and Cookware Design | Iron | 2025 | Zhejiang University |
Design Inspiring Toolkit
Heritage Spark is a design toolkit that integrates Intangible Cultural Heritage ICH into contemporary creativity. It includes ICH cards for quick understanding, role cards for diverse perspectives, and technology cards to inspire innovation. Two thought canvases support collaborative ideation. Designed for users with no prior ICH knowledge, it fosters empathy and generates solutions for ICH preservation. By bridging tradition and modern technology, this toolkit empowers designers, educators, and cultural practitioners to engage with heritage in transformative ways.
| Category | Award Status | Year | Designed For |
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| Education, Teaching Aid and Training Content Design | Iron | 2025 | Zhejiang University |
Platinum Design Award Winner: World-class, super excellent, highly professional, inspirational, creative and original design work that comply with industry best practices. Contributes 6 positive points towards rankings. Designers with higher scores are ranked at the very top.
Gold Design Award Winner : Super excellent and highly professional, inspirational, creative and original design work that comply with industry best practices. Contributes 5 positive points towards rankings. Designers with higher scores are ranked at the very top.
Silver Design Award Winner : Excellent and professional, creative and original design work that comply with industry best practices. Contributes 4 positive points towards rankings. Designers with higher scores are ranked at the very top.
Bronze Design Award Winner : Excellent and professional and creative design work that comply with industry best practices. Contributes 3 positive points towards rankings. Designers with higher scores are ranked at the very top.
Iron Design Award Winner : Excellent and professional design work that comply with industry best practices. Contributes 2 positive points towards rankings. Designers with higher scores are ranked at the very top.
A' Design Award is one of the World’s largest and most influential design accolades, organized in all creative industries and economic sectors, accepting concept and realized designs from all countries and all entities. The ultimate aim of A’ Design Award is to create a global appreciation and understanding of good design, to push designers worldwide to create superior products, projects and experiences that benefit and advance society.
