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Lotus Morphology Lab
Ming Chuan University Department of Commercial Design, Ming Chuan University
In East Asian culture, the lotus has long been fixed as a symbol of purity and sacredness. Over time, these cultural narratives have gradually replaced direct observation of the plant itself. This study attempts to temporarily remove these established meanings and return to the biological structure and morphological variations of the lotus.
Through the observation and classification of over one hundred lotus varieties, this research establishes a morphological archive. It translates petal arrangements, receptacle structures, and stem extensions into geometric relationships and modular systems. By combining visual analysis with 3D printing experiments, the structural characteristics of each part are transformed into geometric and modular forms, allowing design to become a method for reinterpreting natural morphology.
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