【Clearance】"Pian Pian Hua": A Compendium of Traditional Taiwanese Tiles

This item is a clearance item with random imperfections, sold as-is. Minor scuffs or printing marks may be present from the manufacturing or shipping process, affecting the exterior appearance but not the overall reading experience or content. We will provide photos of the specific item for your review before you confirm your order to ensure it falls within your acceptable range. --- This visual guide meticulously documents four distinct styles of Taiwanese tiles from roughly the 1920s to the 1980s, approached from a graphic design perspective and categorized by their form and patterns. It encompasses the Majolica tiles that adorned grand residences and Western-style buildings during the Japanese colonial era; the smaller-faced tiles like *xiaokou* and *dinggua* that saw widespread use following the Great Kanto Earthquake; and the mosaic and printed tiles that emerged with the rise of the local tile industry in the mid-1950s, shaping Taiwan's early architectural identity. The first half of the guide features historical context, photographs taken by the author across Taiwan, and an analysis of the visual design principles behind these tile motifs. The latter half presents 100 redrawn tile patterns with Pantone color recommendations. These tile patterns are available for personal and commercial use, with attribution required. The aim is to inspire creators across various fields to reinterpret and build upon the spirit and value of these precious tile designs, allowing their essence to endure. Awards: - 2021 iF Design Gold Award Winner - 2020 Golden Pin Design Award Mark - 2020 *Shopping Design* BEST 100 #Annual Contribution to Local Cultural Promotion