The International Design Masters Lecture Series came to a great success ! On Friday, May 19, 2023.

The International Design Masters Lecture Series took place on May 19th, 2023, at the National Library of Public Information in Taichung. The event attracted nearly 200 attendees who were present at the lecture . The distinguished speakers for this lecture were Takashi Honda, representing Design Studio CRAC from Japan. Akio Ogawa, the President of tmc Design Studio from Japan, and Panop Koonwat, the founder of FUUM Animation Studio from Bangkok, Thailand. Through their insightful presentations, they delighted design enthusiasts and students, providing diverse observations and reflections from various design fields and perspectives. These talks ignited creative sparks from different cultures.The lecture began with an opening speech by Professor Apex Lin, the project host, who set the stage for the International Design Masters Lecture Series. and we were honored to have Director Huang from TPCA Environment Foundation deliver a speech.

Lecture I -Takashi Honda-Imagination of Design

As a product designer from Japan, Takashi Honda shares numerous examples of social design and its impact on societal issues. By approaching design from various user perspectives, he made new design thinking and experiments with the public. He focuses on inclusive design, highlighting his participation in projects that involve not only global collaborations but also including Taiwan. He shares his thoughts on how to make interactions between disabled individuals and assistance dogs more convenient, emphasizing the importance of continuous discussions and direct engagement with users to develop outstanding products. His speech  leaves us with a profound understanding of the significance of inclusive design.

Lecture II -Akio Ogawa-Compassion Graphic in Society

Also hailing from Japan, Akio Ogawa is the President of TMC Studio. His presentation revolves around the 17 goals of the SDGs and the TISDC theme, “Compassion.” Akio showcases several projects he has participated in, focusing on creating symbols and visuals for marginalized individuals. Through these symbols, Akio aims to raise awareness about the needs of individuals with disabilities, pregnant women, and others who often go unnoticed. He has developed these symbols into globally recognized icons, ensuring that these vulnerable individuals are not overlooked due to physical inconveniences. His talk inspires us to extend our support and assistance to those who need it the most.

Lecture III -Panop Koonwat-Compassion in Animation

An animation artist from Thailand, enlightens the audience on the art of storytelling through animation. He demonstrates how animation can be used to convey social issues, sharing insights into the animation production process and valuable techniques. He explores character design, actions, animation production methods, color analysis, and different design approaches to arouse various emotions and viewers. It is certain that students interested in animation will find his talk insightful and enriching.

Once again, we extend our heartfelt appreciation to each exceptional speaker and all participants. We also express our gratitude to Professor Shin Fu, Lee for delivering a perfect concluding speech. The International Design Masters Lecture Series will leave a lasting impression and become an unforgettable memory. We look forward to future encounters and the creation of more exciting events together.

Caption : Group photo with all our guests.

Caption : Q&A session of the Lecture Series

Caption : Group photo with the executive team & audience