Sparkling Ripples - Design Business Directory

Sparkling Ripples

This artwork creates a dynamic visual effect using colored glass mosaic and stainless steel to depict the spreading ripples of water. The mirrored stainless steel ripples, influenced by light reflections and wind-induced vibrations, break through spatial boundaries. They intersect with the colored glass mosaic on the wall and floor, resulting in a captivating play of light and shadow. Symbolically, this piece represents the continuous dissemination of knowledge in a joyful and positive campus environment, guiding students toward a vibrant, diverse, and hopeful future.

Created by Kuo-Hsiang Kuo

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Honored with the A' Design Award.

Kuo-Hsiang Kuo

Kuo-Hsiang Kuo,he is a multidisciplinary artist and designer with expertise in public art, artistic creation, industrial product design, and visual design. His works have garnered international acclaim, winning over forty design awards, including the A-Design Award in Italy, the MUSE Design Award in the United States, and the Arte Laguna Prize. His works have been selected for prestigious international exhibitions such as the Autumn Salon in France and the UBE Biennale in Japan, showcasing his profound expertise in public art and contemporary sculpture. His unique artistic style combines natural elements with modern art, aiming to resonate with viewers and provoke deep reflections on life and nature. Guo Guoxiang is dedicated to realizing the vision of creating “urban art museums,” hoping that his works will add poetry and brilliance to cities and become timeless classics. For Guo Guoxiang, art and life are inseparable. He continuously explores and innovates, pursuing excellence with pure belief and attitude. Through his creations, he aims to convey the power of aesthetics and design to a wider audience. Each of his works embodies the endless pursuit of art, and he looks forward to creating more awe-inspiring pieces in his future artistic journey.

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