Artloom Mobiele Toepassing by Tianyi Qi is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award in Brons in Mobiele Tegnologieë, Toepassings en Sagteware Ontwerp Competition Category.

BronsMobiel· 2025

Artloom Mobiele Toepassing

by Tianyi Qi

Client: Tianyi Qi

A' Design Award in Brons Winner in Mobiel Category

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The Design

About Artloom Mobiele Toepassing

ArtLoom is 'n mobiele toepassing wat opkomende kunstenaars met kunsversamelaars verbind. Om werk te verkoop kan moeilik voel vir nuwe kunstenaars, terwyl nuwe versamelaars dikwels nie weet waar om te begin nie. ArtLoom put inspirasie uit sosiale media en afspraaktoepassings. Versamelaars blaai deur kunswerke in 'n meeslepende virtuele galery en ontvang 'n daaglikse keuse gebaseer op hul blaaigewoontes. Kunstenaarsprofiele bied die storie agter elke werk. 'n Kunsmatige-intelligensie-kletsassistent ondersteun kommunikasie tussen kunstenaars en versamelaars. ArtLoom is ontwerp vir iOS-toestelle.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award in Brons

Artloom Mobiele Toepassing is 'n wenner van die A' Design Award in Brons, 'n hoogs prestigieuse erkenning wat toegeken word aan uitstaande ontwerpe wat gekenmerk word deur kreatiwiteit, vindingrykheid en skerpsinnigheid. Wenners in Brons is ruimskoots vaardige en opvallend kreatiewe artefakte wat die groot ervaring, verbeelding en vindingrykheid van hul ontwerpers bevestig. Daar word verwag dat Artloom Mobiele Toepassing 'n hoog aangeskrewe, bewonderde en gekoesterde voorwerp is wat merkwaardig professioneel en innoverend is. Hierdie ontwerp wat die A' Design Award in Brons gewen het, inkorporeer die beste praktyke in kuns, wetenskap, ontwerp en tegnologie en is uitstekend vanweë sy aandag aan detail. Artloom Mobiele Toepassing bevredig behoeftes pragtig, raak aan begeertes, bekoor gevoelens en spreek die nuuskierigheid aan.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties: ArtLoom is a mobile app that connects aspiring artists with collectors, making art discovery and connection effortless. Selling art can feel intimidating for emerging artists, while many new collectors struggle to know where to start.

Inspired by social media and dating apps, ArtLoom creates a seamless experience for both. Collectors can browse and discover artwork just like scrolling through their feed, while artists finally have a dedicated platform to showcase their work.
Dimensions & Packaging: The app is designed for iOS systems.
Tags: Artist, Art Collector, Social Media
Production Technology: Front-end cross-platform framworks
Back-end framework and database
Cloud storage
Authentication
Image Processing & Optimization
Design Challenge: How can we design a dedicated, user-friendly platform that facilitates seamless connections between emerging artists and casual collectors?

Key research questions:

- What are the biggest barriers preventing emerging artists from selling their work?
- What motivates casual collectors to purchase art, and what challenges do they face?
- How do existing platforms fall short in serving these groups?
- What features would make an art marketplace more accessible and engaging for both artists and collectors?

This research aims to uncover insights that can shape a solution tailored to the needs of emerging artists and casual collectors, fostering a more inclusive and vibrant art market.
Research: Utilized digital survey services to analyze data on the challenges and needs of emerging artists and art collectors. Findings highlighted key challenges, including connecting with collectors, understanding pricing strategies, and effectively communicating their art to a broader audience.
Inspiration: Aspiring artists struggle to find buyers, while art lovers want to support them but face challenges in connecting.

Most platforms cater to established artists and collectors, leaving emerging artists to navigate the crowded space of social media like Instagram.

But does it have to be this complicated? How can we create a dedicated space for emerging artists and casual collectors to connect effortlessly?
Project Duration: The project started in June 2023 and finished in January 2024 in New York City.
Operation Flow: An immersive virtual gallery:
Makes discovering art as effortless as scrolling through social media. Enjoy a curated daily showcase tailored to your browsing habits and preferences.

A matchmaking hub for collectors and artists:
Featuring “dating app”-style artist profiles, it helps artists share their unique stories while allowing collectors to discover the inspiration behind each artwork.

Seamless communication made easy:
An AI-powered chat assistant that connects collectors and artists effortlessly.
Image Credits: Image #1-5: Tianyi Qi