Sacred Blessing 藝術裝置 by Ching Ke Lin is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 A' Design Award 銀獎 in 美術設計 Competition Category.

銀美術· 2026

Sacred Blessing 藝術裝置

by Ching Ke Lin

Client: The Beigang Wude Temple

A' Design Award 銀獎 Winner in 美術 Category

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The Design

About Sacred Blessing 藝術裝置

「神聖祝福」係一件為台灣一間廟宇度身創作嘅場域特定藝術裝置。呢件作品將廟宇祈福儀式轉化為當代空間形態。裝置結構以張開嘅雙手為造型，高約5200毫米。模組化木構單元以精準嘅互扣組裝方式接合，極少使用扣件。選用木材同竹材，既符合可持續發展理念，又呈現自然嘅視覺特質。訪客可以步入雙手之內，四周環繞住雕刻嘅木製經文。呢個裝置引領人靜心思索信仰同文化傳承。

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award 銀獎

Sacred Blessing 藝術裝置是 A' Design Award 銀獎得主，這是授予頂級、華美而令人印象深刻的設計的極為崇高的認可。銀獎得主是極其卓越、極具創造力的作品，展現出其設計師傑出的專業技能、才華與敏銳。預計Sacred Blessing 藝術裝置將成為一件出色的典範之作，兼具非凡的專業性與深刻的創新性。這件贏得 A' Design Award 銀獎的設計是一項備受矚目、令人欽佩的發明，造福並拓展藝術、科學、設計和技術的界限。Sacred Blessing 藝術裝置是一件令人羨慕的創作，它喚起渴望，帶來積極的情感，並激發驚嘆與讚嘆。

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: This installation distinguishes itself through its integration of bamboo craftsmanship and architectural form, reimagining traditional Taiwanese temple aesthetics within a contemporary spatial narrative. By transforming blessings into a tactile, immersive structure, it evokes a sacred atmosphere while inviting reflection on the interplay between devotion, culture, and modernity.
Dimensions & Packaging: Approximate dimensions: Width 2500 mm x Depth 2500 mm x Height 5200 mm.
Tags: Wood structure, installation art, cultural heritage, stacking construction, contemporary sculpture, spatial art, sustainable materials, architectural installation, ritual symbolism, spiritual experience
Production Technology: Constructed using modular timber units, the installation employs precise joinery and interlocking assembly techniques. The absence of excessive fasteners emphasizes clean lines and allows for structural adaptability. Natural materials such as wood and bamboo are selected not only for sustainability but also to enhance the organic visual language and spiritual resonance of the piece.
Design Challenge: The key challenge was aligning monumental contemporary aesthetics with sacred, historical context. Respecting religious symbolism while innovating form required deep cultural sensitivity. Material constraints in large-scale wood construction, safety regulations in temple grounds, and balancing open access with spiritual solemnity were overcome through iterative design and stakeholder consultation.
Research: This site-specific project explores how spatial art can elevate spiritual experiences in sacred environments. The objective was to materialize prayer and faith into a sensory encounter. Methods included ethnographic observation, dialogue with temple communities, and on-site prototyping. Visitors' emotional responses were studied to refine the immersive design. Results indicate a heightened engagement with traditional rituals through contemporary reinterpretation. The project illustrates how art can revitalize intangible heritage and foster cultural continuity.
Inspiration: Rooted in the spiritual rituals of Taiwanese temples, this installation translates intangible prayers into material form through traditional weaving. It draws from collective cultural memory and seeks to evoke the impermanence and beauty of faith. By reinterpreting religious symbolism through contemporary design, the work becomes a bridge between heritage and the evolving spiritual experience.
Project Duration: The project 祈福(Blessing) was developed and installed at Beigang Wude Temple, Taiwan. The public exhibition began prior to February 2025 and is scheduled to conclude on June 30, 2025.
Operation Flow: Visitors are invited to enter the sculpture—shaped like open, welcoming hands—where engraved wooden scripts surround them with silent prayers. The physical experience of stepping into the hands transforms passive observation into active participation, encouraging a deeper personal reflection and spiritual intimacy.