The design concept of Lulu Porcelain House

‌I. Fusion of Tradition and Modernity‌

1. ‌Reimagined Visual Language‌
   • Preserves classical decorative techniques like blue-and-white (青花) and famille rose (粉彩) but simplifies ornate patterns using modern design elements such as negative space and geometric divisions, achieving a “symbiosis of simplicity and complexity.”
   • Example: The Yunshi Mugugu “Ruyi” Pattern Bowl combines Ming-style blue-and-white motifs with panoramic “open-light” designs, merging classical wave and ruyi (auspicious cloud) patterns into a minimalist aesthetic.
2. ‌Innovative Silhouettes‌
   • Breaks traditional symmetry by introducing asymmetrical forms or ergonomic adaptations (e.g., grip-friendly curves) for enhanced functionality.

‌II. Naturalist Aesthetic Expression‌

1. ‌Material Inspiration‌
   • Emphasizes “rustic simplicity,” retaining raw clay textures and kiln-transformed glazes to mimic natural elements like bamboo weaving or weathered stone.
   • Example: Yanmo Shanfang tea sets feature hand-painted blue-and-white designs on coarse clay bodies, with glazes evoking aged patinas to convey wabi-sabi aesthetics.
2. ‌Symbolic Motifs‌
   • Reinterprets traditional auspicious symbols (e.g., lotus flowers, egrets) through flattened or abstract styles, prioritizing symbolic resonance over literal narratives.

‌III. Cross-Disciplinary Experimentation‌

1. ‌Technological Evolution‌
   • Adopts safer, durable underglaze decoration (釉中彩) techniques, eliminating lead-cadmium risks associated with older overglaze methods.
2. ‌Material Hybridization‌
   • Merges ceramics with metal, glass, or 3D-printed materials to achieve intricate structures beyond traditional craftsmanship.

‌IV. Functionality and Contextual Adaptability‌

1. ‌Home Integration‌
   • Designs prioritize compatibility with modern minimalist interiors, such as rectangular stone-patterned tiles for New Chinese-style spaces.
2. ‌Lifestyle Alignment‌
   • Develops tableware tailored to contemporary habits, including thickened bowls for heat retention and chip resistance, combining aesthetics with food safety.

‌V. Globalization of Cultural Symbols‌

1. ‌Cross-Cultural Narratives‌
   • Blends blue-and-white motifs with Western styles (e.g., Rococo, minimalism), as seen in Guangcai export ware featuring European custom patterns.
2. ‌Brand Storytelling‌
   • Builds cultural IP through cohesive visual identities (VI) and packaging, such as Yuntang brand’s illustrated reinterpretations of Eastern motifs to resonate with younger audiences.

‌Core Philosophy‌: New Chinese-style porcelain deconstructs, recombines, and reinterprets traditional craftsmanship into culturally resonant objects that align with modern aesthetics, functionality, and values—a contemporary decoding of Eastern aesthetics.