2026

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Our imagination of ancient scenes is often constrained by past experiences and stereotypical portrayals in artistic works. As philosopher David Hume stated, "Nothing can be imagined which was not previously experienced." However, an accidental encounter with historical Chinese texts revealed the true grandeur and opulence of the Lantern Festival during the Song Dynasty—a spectacle far beyond our conventional understanding.
Inspired by this, we utilized ultra-high-definition digital matte painting to reconstruct a historically authentic scene of the Song Dynasty Lantern Festival. The result is a breathtakingly detailed and immersive masterpiece that resonates across time and space.
Guided by the philosophy of "Cultural Equity," we believe such art should not be confined to museums. To democratize this cultural experience, we transformed the artwork into an exquisite puzzle product. This allows people to enjoy museum-grade art in their own homes, making cultural appreciation accessible to all.
To bring this vision to life, our team developed a proprietary "Hot Foil Color Gold" printing technique specifically for puzzles. Through continuous innovation, this bespoke technology perfectly captures the dazzling brilliance and majestic atmosphere of the festival, breathing new life into traditional aesthetics within modern living spaces.
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Anamika Menon, Akshata Karekar, and Vanshika Shah
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Interface & User Experience - Interactive Design (IxD)
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United States
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C.L.A.P. US LLC
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Social Design - Eco-Sustainable Design
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United States
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Healmenow Inc. | SCAD
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Medical Devices & Technology - Medical Devices
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United States
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NORMCORE CO.,LIMITED
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Decorative Items - Baskets
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China