Blossom Instalazio Interaktiboa by Zhenglong Yang

Blossom Instalazio Interaktiboa by Zhenglong Yang is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 Brontzezko Saria A' Design Award in Instalazio Diseinua Competition Category.

BrontzeInstalazioa· 2025

Blossom Instalazio Interaktiboa

by Zhenglong Yang

Brontzezko Saria A' Design Award Winner in Instalazioa Category

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The Design

About Blossom Instalazio Interaktiboa

Blossom ekialdeko filosofiatik inspirazioa hartzen duen bideo-instalazio interaktiboa da, bizitzaren zikloa eta une honetan egotearen garrantzia azpimarratzen dituena. Hibiscus rosa sinensis baten, Txinako arrosa baten, loraketa ikuslearen presentziari erantzunez, piezak bizitzaren edertasun iragankorraren gaineko gogoeta gonbidatzen du. Ikusleak unea besarkatzera bultzatzen ditu, existentziaren etengabeko erritmoaren barruan argitasuna eta zentzua aurkituz.

The Recognition

About the Brontzezko Saria A' Design Award

Blossom Instalazio Interaktiboa Brontzezko Saria A' Design Award irabazlea da, sormenak, asmamenak eta zorroztasunak bereizten dituzten diseinu bikainei ematen zaien aitorpen oso prestijiotsua. Brontze-mailako irabazleak trebetasunez beteriko eta nabarmenki sortzaileak diren artefaktuak dira, beren diseinatzaileen esperientzia zabala, irudimena eta ekimena egiaztatzen dutenak. Blossom Instalazio Interaktiboa oso estimatua, miretsia eta maitea den objektua izatea espero da, nabarmenki profesionala eta berritzailea dena. Brontzezko Saria A' Design Award irabazi duen diseinu honek artearen, zientziaren, diseinuaren eta teknologiaren praktika onenak biltzen ditu eta xehetasunei ematen dien arretagatik bikaina da. Blossom Instalazio Interaktiboa beharrak bikain asetzen dituen, desirak ukitzen dituen, sentimenduak xarmatzen dituen eta jakin-mina erakartzen duen lana da.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: Blossom is an interactive video installation inspired by Eastern philosophy, emphasizing the cycle of life and the importance of being present. Through the blooming of a Hibiscus rosa-sinensis (China rose) in response to the viewer’s presence, the piece invites contemplation of life’s transient beauty. It encourages viewers to embrace the moment, finding clarity and meaning within the perpetual rhythm of existence.
Dimensions & Packaging: Width 350 mm, Depth 350 mm, Height 420 mm
Tags: Interactive Installation, Responsive Art, Video Installation, Physical Computing, Presence, Eastern Philosophy
Production Technology: The design integrates a ToF (time-of-flight) sensor to detect the viewer's presence. Sensor data is processed by a microcontroller, which communicates with TouchDesigner, an interactive visual application running on a computer. TouchDesigner triggers the video content based on the input, which is then displayed on a CRT TV. This workflow combines precision sensing with dynamic visuals to create an engaging, responsive experience.
Design Challenge: The hardest part was translating Eastern philosophy into an interactive design that could communicate mindfulness and presence to a global audience. Capturing the transient beauty of a flower blooming required aligning technology with philosophical principles, ensuring it felt natural and reflective. The challenge was balancing technical precision with artistic subtlety, overcoming limitations in sensor accuracy, and ensuring the system’s responsiveness evoked the cyclical, harmonious nature central to Eastern thought.
Research: Type of Research: Experimental design research.
Objectives: To explore how interactivity fosters mindfulness and emotional engagement.
Methodology: Prototyping and user testing refined the interaction between technology and behavior.
Tools: ToF sensor, microcontroller, and TouchDesigner enabled dynamic responses.
Results: Viewers paused to engage, highlighting its calming impact.
Insights: The project bridges art, technology, and mindfulness, inspiring future public and interactive designs.
Inspiration: This artwork draws inspiration from Eastern philosophy, particularly the concepts of "the cycle of life" and "mindfulness of the present moment." The blossoming flower symbolizes fleeting beauty, while the closing bud reflects life's cyclical nature. Rooted in the wisdom of harmony with nature, the piece invites viewers to embrace the present and reflect on the interconnectedness of humanity, time, and the natural world.
Project Duration: The project started in September 2024 in New York City and finished in December 2024 in New York City, and was exhibited in Interactive Telecommunication Exhibition Brooklyn in December 2024.
Operation Flow: The ToF sensor detects the viewer's presence, sending data to a microcontroller that triggers TouchDesigner to control the video. The flower blooms fully when a viewer pauses, retreats to a bud when they leave, and reacts minimally to passersby. If the viewer leaves during the blooming process, it pauses and retreats to the bud. The integration of precise sensor data with dynamic content enables an intuitive and engaging interaction, fostering a deeper connection to the present moment.