Longpai Soy Sauce 간장 패키지 디자인 by Wen Liu is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 A' Design Award 은상 in 패키징 디자인 Competition Category.

은패키징· 2026

Longpai Soy Sauce 간장 패키지 디자인

by Wen Liu

Client: Longpai Food Co., Ltd.

A' Design Award 은상 Winner in 패키징 Category

20,148
Verified Award Winner
Verify Award Status for #176984

View at A' Design Award Press Release Award Badge

Colors

The Design

About Longpai Soy Sauce 간장 패키지 디자인

룽파이(Longpai) 간장은 후난식 볶음 요리를 위한 프리미엄 간장의 패키지 디자인이다. 병은 투명 유리로 제작되었으며 크기는 73.5 × 73.5 × 217.5밀리미터이다. 종이 라벨은 유리와 대비를 이루며, 후난 요리와 전통적인 소형 항아리 발효 및 천일 건조 방식에서 착안한 문화적 모티프를 담고 있다. 병의 형태는 빠른 조리 과정에서 안정적인 그립감과 정확한 따름이 가능하도록 설계되었다. 이 디자인은 제품을 그 조리 맥락과 연결하고 소매 진열대에서의 인지도를 높인다.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award 은상

Longpai Soy Sauce 간장 패키지 디자인, 이 작품은 A' Design Award 은상 수상작으로, 최상급이며 아름답고 인상적인 디자인에 수여되는 비범하게 권위 있는 인정입니다. 은상 수상작은 대단히 뛰어나고 매우 창의적인 작품으로, 디자이너의 탁월한 전문 지식, 재능, 통찰력을 보여 줍니다. Longpai Soy Sauce 간장 패키지 디자인, 이 작품은 훌륭한 대표작으로서 매우 전문적이고 깊이 있게 혁신적일 것으로 기대됩니다. 이 은상 수상 디자인은 예술, 과학, 디자인, 기술의 경계를 넓히는 데 이바지하는 주목할 만하고 찬사를 받는 발명품입니다. Longpai Soy Sauce 간장 패키지 디자인, 이 작품은 모두가 부러워하는 창작물로서 욕망을 일깨우고 긍정적인 감정을 불러오며 경탄과 경이로움을 불러일으킵니다.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: This premium soy sauce packaging, tailored specifically for Hunan-style stir-fry cooking, inherits the traditional small-vat brewing techniques dating back to 1740. Crafted through extended sun-drying, it delivers the rich, savory aroma of classic fermented soybeans. Design-wise, we distilled core visual symbols from Hunan cuisine culture and brewing traditions, while optimizing the bottle structure to achieve strong shelf impact and contextual relevance. The result is a design that conveys the weight of historical craftsmanship while meeting the demands of daily convenience and aesthetic appeal.
Dimensions & Packaging: 73.5mm x 73.5mm x 217.5mm
Tags: Stir-fry, Traditional small-vat, Premium soy sauce, Rich and aromatic, Hunan flavor, Brewed soy sauce, Wok hei
Production Technology: The bottle is crafted from premium clear glass, distinguished by its transparent texture and pure hue. Paired with a paper label, the design creates a deliberate material contrast that accentuates the crystalline quality of the glass while allowing the label to convey brand and cultural narratives. This approach achieves a harmonious balance between functionality and aesthetic appeal.
Design Challenge: The core challenge of this project was to balance the gravitas of a century-old craft with the appeal required in modern retail environments. It was essential to ensure that traditional elements felt relevant rather than outdated, while also differentiating the product in a saturated market. Externally, the design needed to counter market homogeneity; internally, it had to bridge the gap between visually expressing artisanal heritage and ensuring the bottle's form was feasible for mass production. Through iterative refinement of cultural motifs and structural optimization aligned with manufacturing capabilities, the design achieved a cohesive integration of historical essence and contemporary aesthetics. The resulting packaging conveys a sense of timeless craftsmanship while commanding strong shelf presence.
Research: This research focuses on innovative product packaging design, aiming to develop professional soy sauce packaging tailored for Hunan-style stir-fry scenarios. The research process includes analyzing market gaps, extracting brand cultural elements, and utilizing design tools for visual expression, ultimately forming a comprehensive packaging solution with high shelf recognition and competitiveness.
Key insights indicate that modern consumers increasingly tend to choose seasoning products strongly associated with cooking contexts. Packaging design can not only carry the cultural memory of traditional brewing techniques but also serve as an effective differentiator in market competition, acting as a visual vehicle and communication medium that integrates Hunan cuisine culture into everyday dining experiences.
Inspiration: This product originated from the 284-year brewing heritage of Longpai Flavor Industry and the contemporary need to preserve Hunan cuisine culture. Recognizing the market gap for a specialized soy sauce tailored to Hunan-style stir-frying, we drew inspiration from the brand's traditional small-vat fermentation and extended sun-drying techniques. Addressing the challenge of standing out in competitive retail environments, we centered the design around the core concept of "capturing the wok's aroma in Hunan flavor." This guided the entire design strategy to create a soy sauce that not only carries historical depth but also ignites the essence of home cooking and resonates directly with consumer scenarios.
Project Duration: Duration: July 2025 - September 2025
Location: Shenzhen Oracle Creative Design Co., Ltd.
Operation Flow: The packaging form is designed with ergonomics in mind, offering a secure grip and controlled pouring, making it well-suited for the fast-paced nature of Hunan-style stir-frying. It allows for precise dispensing even during busy cooking sessions. This design stems from a deep understanding of practical home kitchen needs, balancing high-frequency usability with clear visual and structural cues that communicate its "specialized sauce for specialized dishes" positioning. Ultimately, it reinforces the strong scenario association of "cook Hunan dishes with Hunan seasoning," enabling the product to quickly convey its functional attributes on the shelf, thereby enhancing consumer recognition and purchase intent.
Team Members: Creative Director: Wen Liu
Design Execution: Shaokun Xiao