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Forest Spring Kapangidwe ka Zonyamulira Botolo la Madzi by Sheng Jin, Chao Yang and Wenqi Wu

Forest Spring Kapangidwe ka Zonyamulira Botolo la Madzi by Sheng Jin, Chao Yang and Wenqi Wu is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 Mphoto ya Bronze ya A' Design Award in Mapangidwe a Mapaketi Competition Category.


BronzeMapaketi· 2026

Forest Spring Kapangidwe ka Zonyamulira Botolo la Madzi

by Sheng Jin, Chao Yang and Wenqi Wu

Client: Communication University of Zhejiang

Mphoto ya Bronze ya A' Design Award Winner in Mapaketi Category

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The Design

About Forest Spring Kapangidwe ka Zonyamulira Botolo la Madzi

Forest Spring ndi kapangidwe ka zonyamulira za madzi a m'botolo. Chizindikiro chake chimachokera ku chilembo cha Chitchaina chotchedwa sen, chomwe chimatanthauza nkhalango, chomwe chasinthidwa kukhala chithunzi cha malo chojambulidwa ndi inki. Mizere yojambula mwaluso, kusiyanasiyana kwa mithunzi ndi kusiyana kwa malo zimasonyeza mapiri, mitengo ndi mphamvu ya chilengedwe mu mawonekedwe amodzi. Kapangidwe kameneka kanakonzedwa bwino mu mtundu wa vector ndipo kanayesedwa kuti kasindikizidwe mofanana nthawi zonse. Botolo lowonekera limakhala ndi madzi okwana mamililita 500 ndipo lili ndi chivindikiro chopotoloza. Kapangidweka kamasonyeza chiyero ndi mgwirizano pakati pa anthu ndi chilengedwe.

The Recognition

About the Mphoto ya Bronze ya A' Design Award

Forest Spring Kapangidwe ka Zonyamulira Botolo la Madzi ndi mmodzi mwa opambana a Mphoto ya Bronze ya A' Design Award, kuzindikirika kolemekezeka kwambiri komwe kumaperekedwa kwa mapangidwe abwino kwambiri omwe amaonekera ndi luso lolenga, kuchenjera ndi nzeru zakuthwa. Opambana a Bronze ndi zinthu zaluso kwambiri ndi zolenga modabwitsa zomwe zimatsimikizira zochitika zazikulu, kulingalira ndi kuchenjera kwa opanga awo. Forest Spring Kapangidwe ka Zonyamulira Botolo la Madzi akuyembekezeka kukhala chinthu choyamikiridwa, chosirira ndi chokondedwa, chaukatswiri wapadera ndi chatsopano. Mapangidwe opambana Mphoto ya Bronze ya A' Design Award awa amaphatikiza machitidwe abwino kwambiri a luso, sayansi, kapangidwe ndi ukadaulo ndipo ndi abwino kwambiri chifukwa cha kusamala kwawo zazing'ono. Forest Spring Kapangidwe ka Zonyamulira Botolo la Madzi amakwaniritsa zosowa mokongola, kukhudza zilakolako, kukopa mitima ndi kudzutsa chidwi.

Behind the Design

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

Unique Properties
The chinese character "sen" (forest) symbolizes forest and nature. This design transforms the character into a chinese ink landscape, using brushwork and spatial contrast to evoke mountains and vitality. Rooted in the philosophy of harmony between humanity and nature, it expresses ecological coexistence and reflects the pure, natural essence of "forest spring."
Dimensions & Packaging
bottle 65 mm diameter x 210 mm height, 500 ml capacity, neck 28 mm pco 1881
material food grade pet, wall thickness 0.25 to 0.35 mm
label area 190 mm x 60 mm wrap around
cap hdpe tamper evident
net weight 12 to 14 g bottle, 2 g cap
secondary package 400 mm x 270 mm x 220 mm, 24 bottles per corrugated carton
Tags
Chinese character design, forest symbolism, water ink landscape, typography innovation, eco-conscious branding
Production Technology
The design was realized through structural deconstruction of the character "sen," examining stroke proportion and spatial hierarchy to reconstruct it as a landscape form. digital ink-wash simulations replicated xuan paper diffusion and tonal gradation. The composition was refined in vector format for scalability and brand application, then color-calibrated with cmyk optimization to ensure consistency across print and packaging production.
Design Challenge
The main challenge was transforming the Chinese character "sen" into a visually compelling landscape while preserving its legibility and cultural meaning. internally, balancing historical calligraphy aesthetics with modern brand storytelling required careful study of traditional ink techniques and symbolism. externally, constraints included digital reproduction limits, printing technology, and material properties, which demanded iterative testing and refinement to ensure both artistic integrity and practical manufacturability.
Research
Type of research: design-driven cultural study. Objective: explore how Chinese characters can convey ecological and brand values. methodology: visual analysis and typographic experimentation. Data collection/tools: ink painting simulations, digital sketching, surveys on perception. participants: 30 viewers and design experts. results: "sen" effectively communicates nature and purity. Insights: integrating traditional aesthetics enhances brand storytelling and fosters eco-conscious design, impacting society and sustainable product perception.
Inspiration
Inspired by the ecological symbolism of the Chinese character "sen" (forest), this project explores how typography embodies environmental philosophy. Drawing from traditional chinese ink landscape aesthetics and harmony between humanity and nature, the design transforms a character into a spatial visual narrative. The research integrates calligraphic structure, ink composition, and brand communication strategies to express the natural purity and sustainable values of "forest spring."
Project Duration
The project started in August 2025 in Hangzhou and finished in October 2025 in Hangzhou
Operation Flow
The bottle is easy to use: simply twist off the cap to pour or drink. Its ergonomic shape fits comfortably in hand, while the transparent body allows users to see the water level. the label’s visual design guides the eye to the brand and emphasizes purity. Lightweight and durable, the bottle is easy to carry, stack, and store, ensuring convenience and a premium experience while maintaining a natural, eco-conscious impression.
Team Members
Designer: sheng jin
Designer: chao yang
Designer: wenqi wu
Designer: yangyang lou
Designer: jianzhong yang
3d model: darong lin
Director: hui zeng

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