Asian Journal of Traditional and Innovative Arts and Textiles

Design and Development of Natural Tie-dye Products Based on Local Wisdom: Huai Pong Subdistrict Elderly School

2026-05-10T16:52:22+07:00

The research aimed to 1) study basic information about local plants in Huai Pong Subdistrict that are used to make tie-dye fabric, 2) create prototype tie-dye fabric products based on local wisdom, and 3) evaluate the opinions of the respondents on the prototype tie-dye fabric products. The study employed an exploratory sequential mixed-methods design, collecting data from 16 elderly people, 3 product design experts, and 35 consumers and producers, selected using purposive sampling. The research tools included a semi-structured focus group discussion guide, a form for evaluating product quality, and an opinion questionnaire. Qualitative data were analyzed using content analysis, and quantitative data were analyzed using frequency, mean, percentage, and standard deviation. The research found: 1) Huai Pong Subdistrict is an agricultural community where elderly residents previously lacked experience in natural dye tie-dyeing, yet demonstrated strong interest in low-complexity activities utilizing familiar local resources. Five dye-producing plants—marigold flowers, turmeric, sappanwood, Cassia fistula pods, and mangosteen peels—were selected and combined with two traditional mordants (alum and limewater), producing different color shades; 2) Five handcrafted textile bag prototypes were developed using structural folding and tying techniques. All prototypes received high-level quality evaluations from subject-matter experts (mean = 3.81–4.33). 3) Consumers and producers expressed high overall product opinions (x̄ =4.12, SD=0.22), with perceived novelty/visual appeal and eco-friendliness reaching the highest levels. Conversely, price appropriateness received the lowest mean score at a moderate level. The production process involved uncomplicated and flexible steps suitable for the physical capabilities of older adults. However, the lowest rating for price appropriateness indicated a gap between community-level production costs and consumers’ price acceptance. Therefore, commercial product development should emphasize cost management, pricing, and the communication of the product’s story and value.

Spatial Composition Principles of Chinese Landscape Painting in Urban Park Design: A Case Study of Sanqin Park, China

2026-05-30T05:36:37+07:00

Changzhou has a rich historical heritage of Taoist culture, and the preserved Taoist cultural heritage there boasts a long history. Contemporary urban park designs in China predominantly adopt Western functionalist frameworks without integrating local cultural characteristics, resulting in increasingly homogeneous public spaces devoid of distinctive cultural identity. Research on how to incorporate Taoist indigenous culture into park design remains limited. Meanwhile, Taoist philosophical concepts have profoundly influenced traditional Chinese landscape painting. This study explores the spatial organizational logic of traditional Chinese landscape painting, analyzes the cultural and aesthetic characteristics underlying its spatial composition, and examines the transformation patterns and significance of these principles in the design of Sanqin Park. This study employs a research-through-design approach, analyzing representative landscape paintings from the Qing Dynasty to identify three key spatial features: spatial layering of foreground, midground, and background; water bodies linking spaces; and an S-shaped trail system. These spatial characteristics from landscape paintings were translated into a park design framework and developed into a conceptual renovation proposal for Sanqin Park. Analysis reveals that the spatial composition logic of Chinese landscape painting prioritizes not functionality but rather the modulation of spatial rhythm and sequence to create a harmonious natural atmosphere, effectively mitigating the sense of fragmentation caused by functional zoning. Compared with earlier design proposals for Sanqin Park, the optimized design demonstrates enhanced spatial continuity.

Educational Management Model for Participatory Product Innovation: Linking Community Resources, Local Wisdom, and Sustainability Outcomes

2026-06-21T00:15:15+07:00

Under the research topic, Educational Management Model for Participatory Product Innovation: Linking Community Resources, Local Wisdom, and Sustainability Outcomes, this study aimed to: 1) develop an educational management model that promotes participatory innovation; 2) develop an innovative product prototype utilizing community resources and local wisdom to meet consumer demands; and 3) evaluate sustainability outcomes across economic, social, and environmental dimensions. The study employed Participatory Action Research (PAR). The target group consisted of undergraduate students in the Modern Management program, majoring in Social Entrepreneurship. Their learning process was integrated through a Local Community Economic Development module comprising three courses. Research instruments included focus group discussions, in-depth interviews, and consumer satisfaction assessment forms. The findings revealed that: 1) The most effective educational management model was the "Community-based Co-creation Learning Model," which successfully integrated academic knowledge with local wisdom. 2) The product innovation development resulted in a dietary fiber snack prototype utilizing agricultural waste. Consumer satisfaction was at the highest level, particularly regarding nutritional value and the reflection of community identity. 3) Regarding sustainability outcomes, the innovation generated economic value for the community, reduced agricultural waste based on Circular Economy principles, and established a strong collaborative network between the academic institution and the community.