Yachu Feng, a Chinese designer who has garnered widespread attention in the global design field. His work is not just a visual art, but a crystallization of deep thought and innovative practice. Graduating from the Academy of Arts & Design at Tsinghua University and then furthering his studies at the Illinois Institute of Technology, Yachu’s design journey is a microcosm of the endless pursuit of knowledge, skills, and creativity.
Yachu’s design journey is not just a combination of technology and aesthetics, but also an integration of emotion and environmental awareness. Her outstanding achievements in the international design community are vividly demonstrated through her two award-winning works – “AirSphere” and “Stardust Weaver”.
AirSphere: The Fusion of Emotion and Environmental Awareness
In creating the “AirSphere” game, Yachu faced not only technical and aesthetic challenges but also explored how to integrate complex emotional health and environmental awareness into the design. He conducted extensive research, from psychological theories to environmental science, and then to the latest in service design methods. Yachu’s interdisciplinary approach makes “AirSphere” more than just a game, it’s a multi-dimensional experience that guides players to deeply explore the relationship between personal development and environmental interaction.
The game’s design focuses on emotional health and interaction with nature, encouraging players to deeply experience the wonderful outdoor environment. With its unique “bubble style” design and tactile game elements, it offers players an unparalleled journey of emotional well-being. Winning the Silver Award at the New York Product Design Awards and the Gold Award at the London Design Awards, his work on the international stage is not only admirable but also thought-provoking. The judges were impressed by the depth of thought and innovative solutions he displayed in game design, all a result of his deep understanding of social challenges and user needs.
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Stardust Weaver: An Innovative Journey of Emotional Support
In the “Stardust Weaver” project, Yachu further demonstrated his multi-dimensional design capabilities. Utilizing artificial intelligence to generate personalized writing prompts, the project transforms deceased pets into stars in the sky in a symbolic story, offering comfort and engagement to users. This approach, combining technology, emotional support, and narrative, pioneers a new system of emotional support.
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This application not only provides a space for emotional consolation but also, through its AI-generated personalized writing prompts and symbolic stories, offers users a unique way of processing emotions. Its design concept reflects a profound understanding of user emotions and the innovative application of technology in emotional support. Winning the Silver Award at the Muse Awards and the Gold Award at the London Design Awards, it validates his comprehensive strength in technology, aesthetics, and emotional understanding. The high praise “Stardust Weaver” received from the judges reflects Yachu’s exceptional ability to address social issues and meet deep-seated user needs.
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Yachu Feng, as a designer and thinker, has transcended the boundaries of traditional design and become a bridge connecting emotion, technology, and environmental awareness. Through his works, we see how design can influence emotions, converse with the environment, and solve complex problems of modern society. His success lies not only in the awards he has won but also in his profound impact on the design field and his positive contributions to society.
