Turning Luck DIY Wooden Automaton Toy by Wong Li Tong |
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| DESIGN NAME: Turning Luck PRIMARY FUNCTION: DIY Wooden Automaton Toy INSPIRATION: In today's world, many seek good fortune and positive energy when facing life's challenges, desiring inner peace beyond material gain. 'Turning Luck' offers a hands-on experience with dynamic wooden models, allowing users to explore the symbolism behind global lucky charms. Users explore the symbolism of each lucky charm, gaining insight into diverse cultural traditions, fostering respect for global diversity, and ultimately creating a positive and enjoyable interactive experience. UNIQUE PROPERTIES / PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The 'Turning Luck' is a series of DIY automaton toys that users assemble, integrating mechanical interaction with cultural icons of good fortune. Featuring ten lucky charms from around the world like the Maneki-neko, Dala Horse, and horseshoe, each represents diverse cultural backgrounds and embodies unique aspirations for positive living. As users turn the handle, each model's vibrant effects come alive, promoting cultural exchange and sparking positive energy and playful interaction. OPERATION / FLOW / INTERACTION: Users can scan the QR code on the packaging to access the official website, where they can read the culture stories behind each lucky charm and watch assembly tutorial videos to assemble the model themselves. Once the model is assembled, they can then turn the handle on the model to activate its dynamic visual effects. PROJECT DURATION AND LOCATION: The project will start in Taiwan in June 2023, be completed in Taiwan in January 2024, and have an on-campus exhibition at the university in January 2024. The follow-up plan is to exhibit at the Taiwan National Design Exhibition in May and June 2024. FITS BEST INTO CATEGORY: Toys, Games and Hobby Products Design |
PRODUCTION / REALIZATION TECHNOLOGY: The 'Turning Luck' emphasizes environmental sustainability with eco-friendly materials like MDF and acrylic panels. Assembly tutorial videos on the official website minimize paper and ink waste. MDF is laser-cut and UV printed with our designs before packaging. The acrylic panels showcase elements representing ten countries, allowing users to see rotating gears inside. The website includes assembly tutorials, cultural stories for each charm, and showcases our brand's story and philosophy. SPECIFICATIONS / TECHNICAL PROPERTIES: Product Size Galo de Barcelos:210 x 75 x 200(mm) Maneki-neko:210 x 75 x 210(mm) Horseshoes:210 x 75 x 180(mm) Fairy Fox:210 x 75 x 200(mm) Pysanka:210 x 75 x 180(mm) Hamsa Hand:210 x 75 x 160(mm) Daruma Doll:210 x 75 x 190(mm) Dreamcatchers:210 x 75 x 215(mm) Sun Vastu:210 x 75 x 215(mm) Dala Horse:210 x 75 x 220(mm) Packing box size：210 × 45 × 100(mm) All the model parts can be stored inside the model, so the product does not require any additional packaging. TAGS: Positive Life, Interactive Design, Intercultural Communication, Entertainment, Environmentally Friendly, Puzzle Type RESEARCH ABSTRACT: We chose the theme of "good luck" because many Taiwanese turn to superstitious practices in life's challenges, seeking solace and satisfaction. These traditions, like Taiwan's "Guai Guai" snack and Japan's "Maneki-neko&qu CHALLENGE: Our initial vision was a mobile game where players strategically placed lucky charms, but we realized it lacked the genuine feeling of "good luck." So, we turned global lucky charms into DIY assembly models. Users build and interact with these models, experiencing the essence of good fortune firsthand. Designing dynamic movements was our main challenge. With thorough sketches and prototypes, we ensured smooth assembly and engaging functionality, resulting in a truly interactive ADDED DATE: 2024-02-27 15:15:16 TEAM MEMBERS (4) : Illustration Designer: LAU YOONG GUANN, Visual Designer: NG KOK KIANG, Promotional Marketing: WONG LI TONG and Model Designer: LIM CHIEW HONG IMAGE CREDITS: Image #1: Designer Ng Kok Kiang,2023. Image #2: Designer Lim Chiew Hong,2023. Image #3: Designer Lim Chiew Hong,2023. Image #4: Designer Ng Kok Kiang,2023. Image #5: Designer Ng Kok Kiang,2023. |
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| Visit the following page to learn more: https://turningluck.webflow.io/ | |||||
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NAME: Department of Visual Communication Design PROFILE: Established in 1991, the Department of Visual Communication Design focusses on a technical and vocational education tract. It is home to students who utilize their capacities in 5-senses design, brand image development, and culturally-relevant value-added design to create memorable experiences. We care about the theory-practice, technology-humanities, and local-global integration in preparing our students for their careers and advanced studies. |
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Turning Luck Diy Wooden Automaton Toy by Wong Li Tong is Winner in Toys, Games and Hobby Products Design Category, 2023 - 2024.· Press Members: Login or Register to request an exclusive interview with Wong Li Tong. · Click here to view the profile and other works by Wong Li Tong. |
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