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Bonan Li is an independent fashion designer who views clothing as a contemplative space, abstracting people\u2019s bodies, breaking down gender boundaries, and deconstructing social power hierarchies. Li pursued education in fashion design at the Beijing Institute of Fashion Technology and furthered fashion studies at Parsons The New School.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Q1. Please give us a brief bio of yourself and your design background.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n


My name is Bonan Li and I am an independent fashion designer who views clothing as a contemplative space, abstracting people\u2019s bodies, breaking down the boundaries of gender, and deconstructing social power hierarchies. I pursued my education in fashion design at the Beijing Institute of Fashion Technology and furthered my studies at Parsons The New School.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dedicated to creating cross-cultural works centered around themes of self-identity exploration and cultural investigation, I have accumulated diverse experiences in the fashion industry with companies such as WE WERE ONCE FIENDS, DION LEE, MELITTA BAUMEISTER, and ROSEMOO. I have been recognized for my contributions, being selected as a finalist in the Transmission Project, the Cristobal Balenciaga Museum Exhibition, and international award programs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Q2. What made you become\/why did you choose to become a designer\/artist?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

I believe that clothes have the power to reflect people\u2019s inner essence and foster deeper connections with their surroundings. Each garment possesses a soul that aligns with the wearer\u2019s authentic individuality and the interconnectedness among all living beings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Q3. Tell us more about your business\/company, job profile, and what you do.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

I am currently immersed in experimenting with a system known as \u2018PoemSpace,\u2019 a cross-disciplinary endeavor involving fashion design, design technology, and architecture. This project aims to explore the recognition and awareness of individuality, facilitating the reconnection of people\u2019s physical bodies to their consciousness, both personally and societally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

PoemSpace embodies dynamic variability and energetic flow, serving as a prototype for evoking reflective awareness in the post-pandemic era. I harbor a profound interest in multi-functional materiality, nature-inspired organic forms, and multidisciplinary design.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Q4. What does \u201cdesign\u201d mean to you?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

For me, “design” transcends the mere act of creating aesthetically pleasing objects; it is a profound form of expression, a medium through which I navigate and interpret the world around me. Design is the language through which I communicate my ideas, beliefs, and aspirations. It’s a tool for dissecting and reassembling societal norms and constructs, challenging preconceived notions, and fostering introspection and connection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Q5<\/strong>. What’s your favorite kind of design and why?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

As a designer with a background in fashion and a passion for exploring the intersections of identity, culture, and technology, my favorite kind of design is interdisciplinary design. Interdisciplinary design allows me to break free from the constraints of traditional silos and explore the boundless possibilities of merging different disciplines, such as fashion, technology, architecture, and beyond.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Winning Entry<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Read more about this interview<\/a> with Chuxiong Feng from the United States, the Gold Silver of the 2024 MUSE Design Awards!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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