Tianyi Qi Receives the Bronze A' Design Award for Artloom Mobile Application in Mobile Technologies, Applications and Software Design

Tianyi Qi recognized for mobile technologies, applications and software design by the international grand jury of the 2024 - 2025 A' Design Award & Competition

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COMO, Italy, April 18, 2025 /DesignNewswire/ A' Design Award & Competition has confirmed the Bronze A' Design Award in the Mobile Technologies, Applications and Software Design category for Artloom Mobile Application by Tianyi Qi. The award was conferred within the 2024 - 2025 A' Design Award & Competition and was determined through blind peer review by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members, who evaluated anonymized entries against predetermined criteria.

The Bronze A' Design Award Explained

The Bronze A' Design Award is given to outstanding designs that showcase a high degree of creativity and practicality. It recognizes the dedication and skill of designers who produce work that stands out for its thoughtful development and innovative use of materials and technology. These designs are acknowledged for their professional execution and potential to influence industry standards positively. Winning this award highlights the designer's ability to blend form and function effectively, offering solutions that enhance people's lives and wellbeing.

Regarding Artloom Mobile Application

ArtLoom is a mobile application that connects emerging artists with art collectors. Selling work can feel difficult for new artists, while new collectors often do not know where to start. ArtLoom takes inspiration from social media and dating applications. Collectors browse artwork in an immersive virtual gallery and receive a daily selection based on their browsing habits. Artist profiles present the story behind each work. An artificial intelligence chat assistant supports communication between artists and collectors. ArtLoom is designed for iOS devices.

About Tianyi Qi

Tianyi Qi is a product designer who is passionate about solving user problems with thoughtfully designed digital products that are both functional and pleasing to use. She has worked with organizations in public service, social impact, and product innovation throughout the product design process, from exploring problem spaces to design implementation. Her enthusiasm for design has extended to design strategy and research: as a mapping enthusiast, she organizes qualitative data in ways that reveal the systematic perspective of problems, define invisible connections and uncover unexpected solutions.

Award Record

With this recognition, Tianyi Qi is a winner of 3 A' Design Awards. The awards span the editions from 2021 - 2022 to 2024 - 2025 of the A' Design Award & Competition.

About the A' Mobile Technologies, Applications and Software Design Award

The A' Mobile Design Award is an international design competition recognizing good design in mobile industry by leading designers and brands worldwide. The competition is organized within the A' Design Award & Competition and is open to mobile designers, application developers, software engineers and user interface designers from all countries. Entries typically include smartphones, tablets, wearables, mobile applications, mobile games and mobile software. Awarded mobile designs are published at https://designers.org/design-category/mobile

About A' Design Award & Competition

A' Design Award & Competition is an international, juried design accolade organized annually since 2008. The competition is open to entries from all countries. The A' Design Award has a philanthropic mission to advance society through good design by recognizing and promoting superior products, projects and services that benefit society, and by creating a global awareness and appreciation for good design practices and principles. Entries are peer reviewed and anonymously evaluated by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members against predetermined criteria such as functionality, ergonomics, engineering, presentation, innovation, usability, sustainability and technology, with score normalization applied to remove biases. Awards are conferred at Platinum, Gold, Silver, Bronze and Iron levels. The A' Design Prize granted to eligible laureates includes the award trophy, the certificate of design excellence, the hardcover yearbook, a lifetime license to use the A' Design Award winner logo, exhibition of awarded works, an invitation to the gala night and award ceremony in Italy, inclusion in the World Design Rankings and Designer Rankings, and public relations and publicity services. Registration, the upload of a work and the preliminary score are free of charge, and Professional and Digital Edition laureates are not contractually obliged to pay further fees to claim the A' Design Prize. Further information is available at https://competition.adesignaward.com

Press Resources

Winner Page: https://designers.org/171110
A' Design Award Page: https://competition.adesignaward.com/171110
Media Showcase: https://www.designnewsroom.com/!171110
Laureate Profile: https://designers.org/d/325908

Media Contact

Giulia Ferrari, Press Office
Designers.Org
Via Leone Leoni 32, 22100 Como, Italy
press@designers.org
+39 031 4491953

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Fact Sheet

The Work

Project: Artloom Mobile Application
Function: Mobile Application
Category: Mobile Technologies, Applications and Software Design
Discipline: Communication Design
Industry: Software and Electronics & Appliances
Colors: Snow, Linen, Gainsboro, Black and Moccasin
Images: 5

The Recognition

Laureate: Tianyi Qi
Country: United States of America
Recognition: Bronze A' Design Award
Edition: 2024 - 2025
Design ID: #171110

Credits

Image Credits: 5: Tianyi Qi

Design Details

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.
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?
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.
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.
Realization and Technology: Front-end cross-platform framworks Back-end framework and database Cloud storage Authentication Image Processing & Optimization
Operation and Interaction: 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.
Project Duration and Location: The project started in June 2023 and finished in January 2024 in New York City.
Specifications: The app is designed for iOS systems.
Keywords: Artist, Art Collector, Social Media