Nirvana गतिशील ध्वनि स्थापना by Zhenglong Yang

Nirvana गतिशील ध्वनि स्थापना by Zhenglong Yang is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award कांस्य पुरस्कार in स्थापना डिजाइन Competition Category.

कांस्यस्थापना· 2025

Nirvana गतिशील ध्वनि स्थापना

by Zhenglong Yang

A' Design Award कांस्य पुरस्कार Winner in स्थापना Category

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The Design

About Nirvana गतिशील ध्वनि स्थापना

निर्वाणले परम्परा र प्रविधिलाई संयोजन गर्दछ, जसमा मोटरचालित वुडेन फिश (परम्परागत पूर्वी एसियाली अनुष्ठान वाद्ययन्त्र) को एक संरचना प्रस्तुत गरिएको छ। प्रत्येक वाद्ययन्त्रमा भौतिक कम्प्युटिङ मार्फत समन्वित स्वचालित प्रहारक रहेको छ, जसले लयबद्ध श्रव्य ढाँचाहरू सृजना गर्दछ। यो व्यवस्थाले दृश्यात्मक रूपमा मोहित पार्दछ, हस्तनिर्मित रूपहरूलाई यान्त्रिक परिशुद्धतासँग मिश्रण गर्दै, विगतका अनुष्ठानहरू र समकालीन गतिशील कलाबीचको सामंजस्य मार्फत नवीनतालाई प्रकाश पार्दछ।

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award कांस्य पुरस्कार

Nirvana गतिशील ध्वनि स्थापना A' Design Award कांस्य पुरस्कारको विजेता हो, सृजनशीलता, चातुर्य र सूझबुझले विशिष्ट उत्कृष्ट डिजाइनहरूलाई दिइने उच्च प्रतिष्ठाको मान्यता। कांस्य विजेताहरू कुशल र उल्लेखनीय रूपमा सृजनशील कृतिहरू हुन्, जसले डिजाइनरहरूको व्यापक अनुभव, कल्पनाशक्ति र साधनसम्पन्नता पुष्टि गर्छन्। Nirvana गतिशील ध्वनि स्थापना उच्च सम्मानित, प्रशंसित र प्रिय वस्तु, उल्लेखनीय रूपमा व्यावसायिक र नवीन, बन्नेछ भन्ने अपेक्षा छ। Nirvana गतिशील ध्वनि स्थापना ले आवश्यकता उत्कृष्ट रूपमा पूरा गर्छ, इच्छालाई छुन्छ र जिज्ञासा जगाउँछ।

Behind the Design

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

Unique Properties: "Nirvana" is a kinetic sound installation merging Buddhist philosophy with technology, it reinterprets ancient spiritual practices, offering viewers a unique, technology-driven meditative experience that bridges the gap between traditional Buddhism and contemporary art. It features motorized Wooden Fish arranged in a matrix. These traditional instruments, crucial in East Asian Mahayana Buddhist rituals, are synchronized through physical computing.
Dimensions & Packaging: Each panel is 2' (W) by 8' (H).
Tags: Installation, Buddhism, Sound, Immersive, Physical Computing
Production Technology: Realization Technology: Physical Computing
Materials: Solid Wood, Plywood, DC Motor, Sensor, Customized PCB Boards
Design Challenge: The primary challenge was mastering physical computing to synchronize 96 motors for perfect operation. Another hurdle was developing a robust connection mechanism. This required multiple iterations of custom 3D-printed parts to securely grip the Wooden Fish and mallets. The design process involved several rounds of modifications before reaching the final version. Additionally, incorporating CNC technology to cut plywood presented its own set of challenges. These technical obstacles demanded innovative problem-solving, blending traditional craftsmanship with modern fabrication techniques to realize the ambitious vision of "Nirvana."
Inspiration: "Nirvana" is a word from the Buddhist concept of enlightenment and the role of rhythmic sound in spiritual practices. The Wooden Fish, traditionally used to maintain focus during meditation, symbolizes mindfulness and spiritual journey. This project demonstrates how technology can enhance and recontextualize spiritual practices. Merging Buddhist elements with contemporary art and technology invites viewers to contemplate their spiritual journey and the pursuit of inner peace.
Project Duration: The project started in January 2024 in New York, finished in May 2024 in New York, and was exhibited in the ITP Spring Show in May 2024.
Operation Flow: "Nirvana" is an autonomous installation that operates independently of audience presence. The Buddhist wooden fish instruments are continuously struck by motor-controlled mallets, generating an unceasing soundscape. This autonomous operation creates a powerful, immersive environment, drawing the audience into its rhythmic and spiritual essence.
Image Credits: Video Credits: Qinghui Kong