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design awards worldwide

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CANVASREBEL MAGAZINE

Meet Tinglung Chang

In this featured interview, Steve (Tinglung) Chang shares insights into his multidisciplinary design journey, reflecting on how curiosity, experimentation, and cultural inspiration shape his creative process.

He also discusses the evolution of his approach from interior design to product innovation and his current work at MacKenzie-Childs, where he continues to merge artistic expression with structured design systems to create meaningful, modern experiences.

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IDA DESIGN AWARDS - PRODUCT

VersaHammer

The VersaHammer is a modern, multifunctional hammer designed for furniture assembly, DIY projects, and everyday home repairs. Machined from solid brass, it offers durability, balanced weight, and an elegant grip. It integrates hammering, screwdriving, and nail removal in one compact tool, with magnetic bit storage inside the handle and a base that holds spare screws and nails. Its streamlined design reduces clutter and makes home repair safer and more efficient.

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Award Page: IDA Design Awards

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MUSE WORLD INTERVIEW

Redefining Furniture and Home Décor Through Cultural Storytelling

In this exclusive interview, Steve (Tinglung) Chang discusses his philosophy of merging cultural storytelling, craftsmanship, and modern living through furniture and lighting design.

The conversation explores how his background in interior design and his work at MacKenzie-Childs continue to influence his creative direction — bridging traditional artistry with contemporary design thinking.

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Read Full Interview on MUSE International

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MUSE DESIGN AWARDS - INTERIOR

Timeless Luxury in a Studio Suite of Black, Gold, and Passion

This project received the Gold Award at the 2025 MUSE Design Awards, recognized for its exceptional interpretation of luxury within compact space.

Balancing artistry and functionality, it transforms a limited area into a sophisticated retreat that merges craftsmanship, lighting, and spatial rhythm.

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Award Page: MUSE Design Awards – Gold Winner

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RISD ALUMNI NEWS

Alum wins Gold at the MUSE Design Awards

RISD alum Ting-lung Steve Chang MID 23 is making his mark in the world of furniture and lighting design. With a background in interior design, he is currently contributing to the design team at MacKenzie-Childs in New York. His practice centers on integrating cultural storytelling, craftsmanship, and contemporary living through furniture, lighting, and material-driven solutions.

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Read Full Interview on RISD Alumni News

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DWELL HOME PROJECT

A White Classical Studio Overlooking Taipei’s Green Hills

This project is featured on Dwell Home Projects, presenting a white classical studio in Taipei that reinterprets small-space living through integrated millwork, arched transitions, and a softened palette of white and mirror. With views of the city’s green hills, the space balances function and serenity within 533 sq ft.

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MUSE WORLD INTERVIEW

Smarter, Sleeker, VersaHammer: Tinglung Chang Reinvents the Classic Hammer

In this exclusive interview with MUSE World, Tinglung (Steve) Chang shares the thinking behind VersaHammer, a product that reimagines a classic tool through refined form, cultural storytelling, and contemporary design logic.
The interview highlights his approach to merging craftsmanship with modern living, and reflects how his background in industrial and interior design continues to shape his work across product, furniture, and design systems.
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Read Full Interview on MUSE International

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IDA DESIGN AWARDS - INTERIOR

Timeless Luxury in a Studio Suite of Black, Gold, and Passion

Stepping inside this holiday home feels like entering a curated blend of vintage elegance and modern luxury. Three tones—black for mystery, gold for opulence, and red for passion—define its atmosphere. Charred black wood flooring, brass accents, and rich fabrics like silk, velvet, and jacquard create a tactile, dramatic setting. Glass partitions shape soft light and greenery views, while the emerald-tiled bath with black and gold fixtures elevates everyday function into refined luxury.

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Award Page: IDA Design Awards

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MUSE DESIGN AWARDS - PRODUCT

VersaHammer – Redefining the Hammer for Modern Living

This tool received the Silver Award at the 2025 MUSE Design Awards for its innovative fusion of furniture design thinking and industrial design functionality.

Built from precision-machined brass, the VersaHammer combines hammering, screwdriving, and nail removal into one refined object, integrating craftsmanship, ergonomics, and modular storage.

It reimagines a familiar tool as a multifunctional, design-driven experience that enhances both usability and aesthetic value.

 

Award Page: MUSE Design Awards – Silver Winner

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RISD ALUMNI NEWS

VersaHammer: A Furniture Designer’s Eye Applied to a Tool

Tinglung (Steve) Chang, a 2023 graduate of RISD’s Master of Industrial Design program, has built a practice that moves fluidly across furniture, lighting, spatial experience, and product design. His work focuses on how objects—regardless of scale—shape the way we live, work, and engage with our environment.

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DWELL HOME PROJECT

Timeless Luxury in a Studio Suite of Black, Gold, and Passion

This project is published on Dwell Home Projects, an international design platform that showcases innovative approaches to residential design.

Through a palette of black, gold, and deep red, the work expresses my interpretation of “compact luxury” with a focus on system thinking, proportion, and material harmony—creating an immersive living experience within limited space.

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Read Full Project on Dwell

Let’s Create Meaningful Design Together

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©2023 by Steve Chang.

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