Source of Subtle Waves Te Kaupapa Matua: Te Takai Waipiro by Jie Zhang

Source of Subtle Waves Te Kaupapa Matua: Te Takai Waipiro by Jie Zhang is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award Parahi in Hoahoa Takai Competition Category.

ParahiTakai· 2025

Source of Subtle Waves Te Kaupapa Matua: Te Takai Waipiro

by Jie Zhang

Client: Jie Zhang

A' Design Award Parahi Winner in Takai Category

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The Design

About Source of Subtle Waves Te Kaupapa Matua: Te Takai Waipiro

Ko te Puna o ngā Ngaru Ngāwari he hoahoa takai mō te waipiro Baijiu o Haina. Ko te ipu ā-momo pata wai e tohu ana i te panonitanga o te witi me te wai hei Baijiu i roto i te wā, e whakaatu ana i te roanga o te tukanga whakarewa. He mea hanga te ipu mai i te uku tahu i Jingdezhen, ā, kua whakakotahitia ki te whakarewa koura, e hanga ana i te rerekētanga i waenganui i te kaha me te ngāwari. Ko ngā tāpiripiri whakairo mahana teitei e hoatu ana i te kiri he āhua matawhitu. Ko te pōtae i whakaawehia mai i ngā pōtae tohunga tawhito. Nā te pokapū whānui ake me ngā pito whāiti ake, he māmā ake te pupuri me te riringi i te ipu.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award Parahi

Ko Source of Subtle Waves Te Kaupapa Matua: Te Takai Waipiro te toa o te A' Design Award Parahi, he whakaaetanga tino whai mana e hoatu ana ki ngā hoahoa kōeke e tohua ana mā te auaha, te mahi mōhio me te whakaaro hōhonu. Ko ngā toa Parahi he mahi pukenga e rite ana, he auaha mīharo, e whakatūturu ana i te wheako nui, te whakaaro me te mōhio-ā-ringa o ā rātou kaihoahoa. E tūmanakohia ana ko Source of Subtle Waves Te Kaupapa Matua: Te Takai Waipiro he taonga whakanuia, whakamīharotia, aroha nui, he ngaio, he auaha hoki. Ko tēnei hoahoa i toa i te Parahi e whakauru ana i ngā tikanga pai rawa i te toi, te pūtaiao, te hoahoa me te hangarau, ā, he tino mīharo ki ngā taipitopito. Ka whakatutuki a Source of Subtle Waves Te Kaupapa Matua: Te Takai Waipiro i ngā hiahia, ka pā ki ngā hiahia, ka whakaoho i ngā kare-ā-roto, ā, ka kume i te pākiki.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: Through creative design and craftsmanship, this Chinese Baijiu packaging breaks the rustic style of traditional Jiang flavour Baijiu, perfectly blending strength and gentleness. The waterdrop shaped bottle represents the arduous brewing process, employing traditional craftsmanship to achieve an interplay between metal and ceramic. This showcases the aesthetics of harmony between strength and gentleness in traditional Chinese culture, converting this Baijiu from a drink into an art collection.
Dimensions & Packaging: product dimensions, 110 mm x 110 mm x 250 mm
Tags: Traditional elements, Eastern aesthetics, Culture of poetry and drink, Chinese Baijiu packaging, Harmony between strength and gentleness
Production Technology: This Baijiu packaging combines ceramic and gold plated metal, using ceramic firing techniques from Jingdezhen and high temperature relief decals to create a textured, three dimensional surface with a delicate feel, adding unique artistic value. Ceramics, the primary material, feature low energy and material consumption during firing, do not release harmful substances, and meet green production standards, achieving both practicality and environmental friendliness.
Design Challenge: The design challenge was to harmonize the contrasting elements of strength and gentleness, conveying both the power of the brewing process and the smoothness of the liquor. The bottle, abandoning the traditional rustic form, adopts a waterdrop shape with textures that symbolize time, evoking the softness of the liquor and the resilience of the brewing process. The interplay of ceramic and metal materials seamlessly blends strength and gentleness, embodying modern design elegance.
Research: The team integrates traditional elements with modern aesthetics. The bottle, featuring a waterdrop shape with intricate textures, symbolizes the brewing process and the passage of time. Inspired by ancient scholar headdresses, the cap honours the rich heritage of poetry and drink culture. This design pays tribute to Chinese tradition while exploring innovative forms, offering a unique product that combines cultural depth with a high quality experience.
Inspiration: This Baijiu packaging, inspired by the harmony between strength and gentleness, features a waterdrop shaped bottle, symbolizing the transformation of grain and water into Baijiu over time and highlighting the craftsmanship of the brewer. The contrast between metal and ceramic showcases the balance of strength and gentleness in Eastern aesthetics. Inspired by ancient scholar headdresses, the cap integrates the elegance of poetry and drink culture, offering a culturally meaningful experience.
Project Duration: This product was designed and developed in Chengdu in October 2022 and launched in Chinese market in December 2024.
Operation Flow: The ceramic ensures optimal breathability, maintaining ideal humidity for the liquor and preserving its quality. Its high chemical resistance prevents acid and alkali corrosion, ensuring purity and extended shelf life.
The ergonomic design of the bottle features a wider midsection and narrower ends, with a symmetrical 5 to 5 ratio between the body and neck, facilitating easy handling and pouring. Inspired by ancient scholar headdresses, the cap adds a dignified touch to the opening experience.
Team Members: Zhang Jie