About
Xuanhao Li is an award-winning computational designer and sustainable textile developer. He holds a Master’s degree in Digital Media from the Georgia Institute of Technology and a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Design from China. His diverse educational background has equipped him with technical design expertise and a broad cultural perspective.
Xuanhao’s work seamlessly blends algorithm-driven design methods with traditional craftsmanship, integrating sustainability considerations into every stage of the creative process. He excels at weaving evocative narratives into the form and textures of his creations, exploring profound themes of nature and humanity while crafting immersive sensory experiences that uncover the inherent beauty and unique properties of materials.
His Polycycle Illumination table lamps series showcases his ability to merge cutting-edge technology with artisanal skill. Created from upcycled materials and generative knitting algorithms, this collection explores the relationship between discarded petroleum-based materials and wild nature. Xuanhao’s collection has garnered several prestigious international design awards, including the Dezeen Awards China 2024, NYCxDESIGN Awards, Red Dot Design Awards, Core77 Design Awards, DNA Paris Design Awards, and K-Design Awards.
Xuanhao’s latest lighting collection, Intertwined Cocoon, exemplifies his commitment to cultural heritage, crafts, and sustainability. Crafted from wasted silk fibers and surplus silkworm cocoon trims from the silk industry, the series merges these materials with the ancient Chinese gauze weaving technique, a tradition dating back to the Tang Dynasty (6th century). The collection elegantly blends contemporary aesthetics with technical sophistication by integrating algorithmic generative design and digital fabrication.
