Studio Florian and Christine’s Design Trust Seed Grant research project “Tactile Light Textile” is a series of smart textiles that explores the preservation of traditional craft, specifically Chinese embroidery, whilst infusing innovative technologies, sensors and 3D knitting. The creation involves collaborating with Hong Kong embroiderers and textile artisans, with contemporary techniques involving LED lighting, wiring systems and motion sensors. The duo has been actively learning about Hong Kong’s heritage craft for the past years, and transforming their work since their first Design Trust Seed Grant on “Hong Kong Harbour: Future Sea Craft” and participation in DESIGN TRUST FUTURES STUDIO designer mentee program.
Exhibition “Tactile Light” was on view at the TST Odd Space, Causeway Bay from 4th - 30th September. Their thoughtful works is a series of smart textiles that explores the preservation of traditional craft, specifically Chinese embroidery, whilst infusing innovative technologies, sensors and 3D knitting, in collaboration with media artist Kenny Wong and embroidery designer Denise Wong.
