Sacred Blessing Instalasi Seni by Ching Ke Lin

Sacred Blessing Instalasi Seni by Ching Ke Lin is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 A' Design Award Perak in Desain Seni Rupa lan Instalasi Seni Competition Category.

PerakSeni Rupa· 2026

Sacred Blessing Instalasi Seni

by Ching Ke Lin

Client: The Beigang Wude Temple

A' Design Award Perak Winner in Seni Rupa Category

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The Design

About Sacred Blessing Instalasi Seni

Sacred Blessing yaiku instalasi seni khusus panggonan sing digawe kanggo sawijining kuil ing Taiwan. Karya iki ngowahi ritual donga ing kuil dadi wujud spasial kontemporer. Strukture awujud tangan sing mbukak lan dhuwure watara 5200 mm. Unit-unit kayu modular disambungake nganggo rakitan saling kunci sing presisi, kanthi pengencang sing sithik. Kayu lan pring dipigunakake kanggo kelestarian lan kanggo karakter visual sing alami. Para pengunjung bisa mlebu ing njero tangan kasebut, ing kono tulisan-tulisan aksara kayu sing diukir ngubengi dheweke. Instalasi iki ngajak refleksi kanthi tentrem babagan iman lan warisan budaya.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award Perak

Sacred Blessing Instalasi Seni menang A' Design Award Perak, pangenalan sing prestisius banget sing diparingake marang desain tingkat dhuwur, endah lan nggumunake. Pemenang Perak iku karya sing sumunar banget lan kreatif banget sing nggambarake kaprigelan, bakat lan kaweruh para desainer. Sacred Blessing Instalasi Seni dikarepake dadi karya sing nggumunake, conto teladan, profesional banget lan inovatif banget. Desain sing menang A' Design Award Perak iki iku panemuan sing luar biasa banget lan dikagumi sing paring manfaat lan nyurung maju wates seni, sains, desain lan teknologi. Sacred Blessing Instalasi Seni iku ciptaan sing akeh sing ngirenake sing nggugah kekarepan, nggawa perasaan positif lan nuwuhake gumun lan kagum.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: This installation distinguishes itself through its integration of bamboo craftsmanship and architectural form, reimagining traditional Taiwanese temple aesthetics within a contemporary spatial narrative. By transforming blessings into a tactile, immersive structure, it evokes a sacred atmosphere while inviting reflection on the interplay between devotion, culture, and modernity.
Dimensions & Packaging: Approximate dimensions: Width 2500 mm x Depth 2500 mm x Height 5200 mm.
Tags: Wood structure, installation art, cultural heritage, stacking construction, contemporary sculpture, spatial art, sustainable materials, architectural installation, ritual symbolism, spiritual experience
Production Technology: Constructed using modular timber units, the installation employs precise joinery and interlocking assembly techniques. The absence of excessive fasteners emphasizes clean lines and allows for structural adaptability. Natural materials such as wood and bamboo are selected not only for sustainability but also to enhance the organic visual language and spiritual resonance of the piece.
Design Challenge: The key challenge was aligning monumental contemporary aesthetics with sacred, historical context. Respecting religious symbolism while innovating form required deep cultural sensitivity. Material constraints in large-scale wood construction, safety regulations in temple grounds, and balancing open access with spiritual solemnity were overcome through iterative design and stakeholder consultation.
Research: This site-specific project explores how spatial art can elevate spiritual experiences in sacred environments. The objective was to materialize prayer and faith into a sensory encounter. Methods included ethnographic observation, dialogue with temple communities, and on-site prototyping. Visitors' emotional responses were studied to refine the immersive design. Results indicate a heightened engagement with traditional rituals through contemporary reinterpretation. The project illustrates how art can revitalize intangible heritage and foster cultural continuity.
Inspiration: Rooted in the spiritual rituals of Taiwanese temples, this installation translates intangible prayers into material form through traditional weaving. It draws from collective cultural memory and seeks to evoke the impermanence and beauty of faith. By reinterpreting religious symbolism through contemporary design, the work becomes a bridge between heritage and the evolving spiritual experience.
Project Duration: The project 祈福(Blessing) was developed and installed at Beigang Wude Temple, Taiwan. The public exhibition began prior to February 2025 and is scheduled to conclude on June 30, 2025.
Operation Flow: Visitors are invited to enter the sculpture—shaped like open, welcoming hands—where engraved wooden scripts surround them with silent prayers. The physical experience of stepping into the hands transforms passive observation into active participation, encouraging a deeper personal reflection and spiritual intimacy.