CONGRATULATIONS TO THE LEXUS DESIGN AWARD 2022 FINALISTS

Lexus New Zealand congratulates the six finalists for the international Lexus Design Award 2022.

The finalists were selected by a panel of design luminaries who chose the six from 1726 entries from 57 countries around the world.

The finalists are:

 

Chitofoam by Charlotte Böhning & Mary Lempres (Dual USA - Germany and Dual USA - Norway / Based in USA)

A biodegradable packaging solution derived from the exoskeletons of mealworms that have digested polystyrene foam waste.

 

Hammock Wheelchair by Wondaleaf (Malaysia)

A combination wheelchair, forklift and hammock for reducing the manual lifting of patients by caregivers.

 

Ina Vibe by Team Dunamis (Nigeria)

A sustainable cooking, charging and lighting product.

 

Rewind by Poh Yun Ru (Singapore)

A platform that leverages multi-sensory stimulation to prompt meaningful recollection for seniors with dementia.

 

Sound Eclipse by Kristil & Shamina (Russia)

A noise cancelling device that reduces noise from outside when placed near an open window.

 

Tacomotive by Kou Mikuni (Japan)

A tangible driving simulator for children with visual and aural challenges.

New Zealander Lachie Douglas was among the 1726 entries, with his entry Surf Safe. Lachie was named as the winner of the Lexus New Zealand Design Award with his GPS life-saving wrist band, designed to assist lifeguards identifying swimmers in need of help.

 

Lexus New Zealand General Manager Andrew Davis says the international awards programme identifies promising talent.

“Ever since its launch 10 years ago the Lexus Design Award continues to evolve, supporting and nurturing young creators.

“The spirit of the awards are all about Lexus partnering with young talent and encouraging people to grow, and this year’s awards identified a next generation of creators on a quest to design a better tomorrow,” he says.

The six finalists will be mentored by four international creative stars while they develop prototypes of their designs, supported with a budget of $38,000 (NZD).