Chillwild Spring Igikoresho cy'Ibimera by Zilian Li - Ambiwishes

Chillwild Spring Igikoresho cy'Ibimera by Zilian Li - Ambiwishes is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 Igihembo cya A' Design Award cya Buronze in Igishushanyo cy'Ipaki Competition Category.

BuronzeIpaki· 2025

Chillwild Spring Igikoresho cy'Ibimera

by Zilian Li - Ambiwishes

Client: ChillWild

Igihembo cya A' Design Award cya Buronze Winner in Ipaki Category

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The Design

About Chillwild Spring Igikoresho cy'Ibimera

Chillwild Spring ni agakarito k'ibimera cyakozwe kugira ngo gafashe abantu gukora ibikorwa by'ubuzima bwiza bya buri munsi. Agakarito karimo amasashe 16 y'ibimera afunze imwimwe kugira ngo yikoreshwe rimwe, hamwe n'igikombe kimwe cy'ibumba cyakozwe n'intoki, gisa n'ikibande cy'igihingwa cy'ibihinga (bamboo). Agakarito ko hanze gasobanutse mu buryo bworoshye kandi bwiza gafite ikirango cyashushanyijwe hifashishijwe ifoiri ya 3D hamwe n'imisusire yoroheje yasimburanyweho, kandi imigaragaro y'urumuri n'igicucu bigaragaza uko amababi anyeganyega. Ibikoresho byose byakozwe nta plastiki irimo, harimo urupapuro rushobora gusubizwamo hamwe n'amasashe y'icyayi akozwe mu bibumba by'ibigori bikomoka ku bimera. Ibara ry'igikombe risimburanya mu bicu by'icyatsi rigaragaza uko ikibande cy'igihingwa gikura. Uyu mushinga uhuza amahame ya kera y'ubuvuzi bw'Abashinwa n'ubuzima bugezweho bw'imijyi.

The Recognition

About the Igihembo cya A' Design Award cya Buronze

Chillwild Spring Igikoresho cy'Ibimera ni uwegukanye Igihembo cya A' Design Award cya Buronze, ishimwe ry'agaciro gakomeye ritangwa ku bishushanyo by'indashyikirwa birangwa no guhanga, ubwenge n'ubushishozi. Abegukanye Buronze ni ibihangano bifite ubuhanga bwinshi kandi bihanga cyane, bishimangira uburambe, ubwenge n'ubushobozi bw'ababihanze. Chillwild Spring Igikoresho cy'Ibimera biteganyijwe ko izaba ikintu cyubahwa, gishimwa kandi gikundwa, gifite ubunyamwuga n'udushya. Iki gishushanyo cyegukanye Buronze gikoresha uburyo bwiza mu buhanzi, ubumenyi, ubushushanyo n'ikoranabuhanga kandi kirarenze mu gutaha ku tuntu duto. Chillwild Spring Igikoresho cy'Ibimera ishimisha ibyo dukeneye, ikora ku byifuzo byacu, itwara amarangamutima yacu kandi ikurura amatsiko yacu.

Behind the Design

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

Unique Properties: Chillwild reimagines herbal wellness by integrating traditional Chinese medicinal principles with modern lifestyles. Rooted in the philosophy of food as medicine, it offers a convenient yet culturally rich experience. The minimalist packaging features dynamic light and shadow patterns that evoke a sense of nature and calm. All materials are plastic free and FSC certified. A bamboo-joint ceramic cup, symbolizing seasonal renewal, adds a poetic touch to everyday wellness rituals.
Dimensions & Packaging: Outer packaging dimensions: Width 332 mm x Depth 100 mm x Height 80 mm. The box contains 16 individually sealed herbal sachets and one handcrafted ceramic cup. Each sachet is single serve, vacuum sealed, and placed in an inner paper drawer tray for protection and organized presentation. All materials are biodegradable and plastic free.
Tags: Sustainable Packaging, Bamboo Joint Cup, Ceramic Material, Dynamic Light and Shadow, 3D Green Foil Process, Gradient Green Glaze, Herbal Wellness, Spring Awakening, Plastic Free, Eastern Aesthetics
Production Technology: The packaging uses recyclable paper, biodegradable materials, and plant based corn fiber tea bags to ensure a plastic free solution. A 3D foil stamped logo forms a subtle embossed texture that interacts with light. The bamboo joint cup is produced with traditional ceramic methods and modern glaze techniques, using a gradient green glaze that diffuses upward to resemble the natural growth of spring bamboo.
Design Challenge: The challenge was to merge aesthetics with the brand wellness philosophy, making the packaging both visually appealing and meaningful. A minimalist approach integrates natural elements such as tree shadows and bamboo motifs to create an open and balanced feel. A soft color palette and light interactions enhance the design, capturing Eastern aesthetics and the essence of renewal.
Research: The research began with interviews and surveys targeting young urban professionals, revealing common issues such as fatigue, insomnia, and anxiety. These insights informed the formulation of herbal blends using principles from traditional Chinese medicine, guided by the philosophy of food as medicine. The design integrates elements like bamboo, garden shadow play, and seasonal symbolism to reflect cultural roots while addressing modern wellness needs.
Inspiration: Inspired by the renewal of spring, the resilience of bamboo, and the balance found in traditional tea culture, this design translates natural elements into a contemporary visual language. Light and shadow effects mimic the shifting qualities of spring sunlight, while the gradient green glaze reflects the energy of growing bamboo. The minimalist aesthetic and the brand signature greater than symbol express growth, harmony, and mindful living.
Project Duration: Design of the project began in October 2024 and be completed in December 2024.
Operation Flow: The outer box opens like a gift, revealing individually sealed herbal packs arranged in orderly rows, inviting a sense of calm and ritual. As light hits the textured surface, shifting shadows mimic leaves in motion, creating a dynamic visual experience. The greater than symbol on the box guides the eye forward, subtly suggesting progress and wellbeing. Each element encourages users to slow down, reconnect with nature, and embrace wellness with intention.
Patents: Copyright belong to Nichousha Shanghai Health Technology Co., Ltd., ChillWild Lichun Limited Edition, 2024.
Team Members: Branding: Zilian Li
Creative: Yuzhou Wu
Materials: Xiaoyu Lu
Ceramics: Qin Zi
Image Credits: Copyright belong to Ambiwishes Technology