Zikang Liu

Zikang Liu

Phygital Fashion
Video: Creative Director/Editor/Animator: Zikang Liu
Producer: Lin Jiongfan
Asistant Producer: Li Mengxun
Videographer: Xiao Ye
Model: Li Xiao
Music: Flex - Instrumental Version created by Yarin Primak, Licensed by Artlist
Music: Kick-Back Attitude - No Lead Vocals created by Kicktracks, Licensed by Artlist
Image: 崝 -- Past Forward

This project explores the contrast between the old and the new in Beijing, creating traditional jewelry through innovative methods and craftsmanship. By reimagining techniques like tongue-and-groove in jewelry design, it breathes new life into tradition, adapting it for today’s fast-paced lifestyle. Making the pieces more modular invites creativity and interaction from the wearer, offering both versatility and personal expression. It’s an elegant approach that not only honors heritage but also promotes sustainability.
Image: The first look retains the traditional materials, while using 3D printing for efficient manufacturing. 3D scanned model for accurate 3D modeling, saving resources from trial and error.
Image: Modular pieces for easy personalization.
Image: The contrast between man-made and natural materials reflects the traditional Chinese design philosophy — "天人合一".
Image: The second look uses modern materials, also uses 3D printing for efficient manufacturing. 3D scanned model for accurate 3D modeling which saves resources from trial and error.

Mirror finished materials blending the body with its surroundings while standing out through gleaming surfaces, shows human-enviroment relations.
Image: Creative Director: Zikang Liu
Producer: Lin Jiongfan
Asistant Producer: Li Mengxun
Photographer: Gao Lei
Model: Li Xiao
Image: Glasses in complete man-made materials, with light shining through to create a pink shadow on the face like a natural blush. In contrast to the man-made materials, using light as an element of embellishment reflects "天然去雕饰"— 李白 and “大巧若拙” — 老子
Image: 3D-modeled to the exact size of the human body, like a second skin, it shows the relationship between the two entities.
Image: A combination of natural stones and human-processed materials — including gold, concrete, lacquer, and ceramics.
Image: Earrings

兔儿爷 Beijing Rabit God

Bio

Zikang Liu is a fashion designer with a passion for exploring holistic customer experiences. He expresses his creativity through garments, fashion products, interiors, architecture, and emerging technologies. Looking toward the future, he sees technology accelerating design and making processes across all fields, bringing design fields closer together to create cohesive customer experiences. He believes this convergence will enhance brand storytelling and open new possibilities for creative expression.

kang0_0kang@icloud.com

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