Metal Artist
Su Chien-lin SO KIN LAM
With "thoughtfulness" as the first heart, we brew the prototype of a better life in the dialogue between materials and nature.
Between the mist, the soil and the aroma of tea in Yangmingshan, art and life are closely intertwined. For goldsmith Su Jianlin, "thoughtfulness" is the first step in creation. From goldsmithing, ceramics, floral art to calligraphy, he uses different materials as his vocabulary to start a dialogue with nature, making his works not only objects but also a gentle attitude towards life.
Multi-Texture Exploration
Su Jianlin's creative path spans many fields. He has been immersed in calligraphy for more than twenty years, and has also studied ceramics, woodworking, fiber and floral art. For him, these attempts are not disconnected fragments, but rather nourish each other.
"Each material has a different personality, and you have to understand it before you can talk to it." The coldness of metal, the warmth of clay, and the seasonal gestures of plants are all regarded as independent "individuals" rather than mere materials. When the materials are endowed with spirituality, the works can tell a truer story.
Rich creations inspired by nature.
Nature has always been the most important source of inspiration for his creations. From hiking to gardening, from observing the subtle texture of leaf veins to gazing at the changes in the landscape at different times of the day, he captures the whispers of nature through his senses and transforms them into the aura of his creations.
Tea has been an important centerpiece of his life in recent years. Tea comes from the land, and the terroir and climate create unique flavors and make him realize the inclusiveness and diversity of Taiwan's culture. "The soil, like Taiwan, is able to accept elements from all over the world and eventually grow into its own shape." This mindset also permeates his imagination and production of tea sets.
Collaboration with YMS by onefifteen: From the heart of thoughtfulness
The opportunity to collaborate began with an invitation from the manager. Having admired Su Jianlin's work for many years, the manager asked him to customize tea props for the brand, and shared his thoughts on the brand, the atmosphere of Yangmingshan, and the prototype of YMS.
Therefore, Su Jianjianlin visited the first food and clothing stalls on Daan Road and climbed Yangmingshan Mountain himself to turn these atmospheres into the language of his creation. This time, he not only produced his own works, but also acted as a coordinator, inviting a number of Taiwanese and international artists to participate. From goldsmithing, ceramics, woodworking to glass and lacquer, the fusion of multiple media echoes the experimental spirit of YMS by onefifteen.
"The tea sets I chose are not sets, but rather, they can be paired with each other, like different partners coming together to create new stories and images." This free and harmonious combination is exactly how YMS by onefifteen imagines life: eclectic, yet gentle and considerate.
Consideration in Tea Props
For Su Jianlin, a good piece of work does not need much explanation. The moment one picks it up, one can feel whether it is comfortable or not, whether it fits the nature of tea or not. This "thoughtfulness" is not only his response to materials and nature, but also echoes the core spirit of YMS - to take care of the user's feelings in the details, so that life can be better.
Tea props are the closest thing to the senses in a tea ceremony, and they also best reflect the brand's attention to detail. From the shape to the feel, from the material to the matching, Su always takes "thoughtfulness" as the starting point, thinking about how to let the flavor of tea be set off and how to let the user feel the warmth. As a result, in his hands, tea props are not only containers for tea, but also bridges between the land, nature, and the human heart. As a result, his works are in line with the spirit of YMS, mirroring each other's concept of "the beauty of life is found in the details".
Seeds of Collective Creativity, Germinated at YMS by onefifteen
Unlike the previous approach of seeing a site before creating something, the collaboration with YMS started long before the building took shape. For him, it is more like a collective sowing of seeds: the artists are each professionally watering and fertilizing their work in anticipation of a complete and multi-layered piece of work that will blossom in the end.
"It's like planting a seed in Yangmingshan, not sure what it will grow into, but with hard work and care, it will develop into something that belongs to the land."
In his eyes, YMS by onefifteen is not just a brand, but a collective creation. From the manager to the architects and landscape designers to the artists of different artifacts, everyone intertwines land, culture and life.
In the dialogue between materials and nature, Su Jianlin takes "thoughtfulness" as his initial goal, transforming the nourishment of the land and culture so that his works can become a companion in life. Through the collaboration with YMS by onefifteen, this concept has been extended from artifacts to an attitude of life - eclectic, yet always gentle.
YMS by onefifteen, like a growing seed, takes thoughtfulness as its soil and nature as its nourishment, and gradually blossoms into a beautiful landscape of life that belongs to this piece of land.
Metal ArtistĀ
Su Chien-lin
With "thoughtfulness" as the first heart, we brew the prototype of a better life in the dialogue between materials and nature.
Between the mist, the soil and the aroma of tea in Yangmingshan, art and life are closely intertwined. For goldsmith Su Jianlin, "thoughtfulness" is the first step in creation. From goldsmithing, ceramics, floral art to calligraphy, he uses different materials as his vocabulary to start a dialogue with nature, making his works not only objects but also a gentle attitude towards life.
Multi-Texture Exploration
Su Jianlin's creative path spans many fields. He has been immersed in calligraphy for more than twenty years, and has also studied ceramics, woodworking, fiber and floral art. For him, these attempts are not disconnected fragments, but rather nourish each other.
"Each material has a different personality, and you have to understand it before you can talk to it." The coldness of metal, the warmth of clay, and the seasonal gestures of plants are all regarded as independent "individuals" rather than mere materials. When the materials are endowed with spirituality, the works can tell a truer story.
Rich creations inspired by nature.
Nature has always been the most important source of inspiration for his creations. From hiking to gardening, from observing the subtle texture of leaf veins to gazing at the changes in the landscape at different times of the day, he captures the whispers of nature through his senses and transforms them into the aura of his creations.
Tea has been an important centerpiece of his life in recent years. Tea comes from the land, and the terroir and climate create unique flavors and make him realize the inclusiveness and diversity of Taiwan's culture. "The soil, like Taiwan, is able to accept elements from all over the world and eventually grow into its own shape." This mindset also permeates his imagination and production of tea sets.
Collaboration with YMS by onefifteen: From the heart of thoughtfulness
The opportunity to collaborate began with an invitation from the manager. Having admired Su Jianlin's work for many years, the manager asked him to customize tea props for the brand, and shared his thoughts on the brand, the atmosphere of Yangmingshan, and the prototype of YMS.
Therefore, Su Jianjianlin visited the first food and clothing stalls on Daan Road and climbed Yangmingshan Mountain himself to turn these atmospheres into the language of his creation. This time, he not only produced his own works, but also acted as a coordinator, inviting a number of Taiwanese and international artists to participate. From goldsmithing, ceramics, woodworking to glass and lacquer, the fusion of multiple media echoes the experimental spirit of YMS by onefifteen.
"The tea sets I chose are not sets, but rather, they can be paired with each other, like different partners coming together to create new stories and images." This free and harmonious combination is exactly how YMS by onefifteen imagines life: eclectic, yet gentle and considerate.
Consideration in Tea Props
For Su Jianlin, a good piece of work does not need much explanation. The moment one picks it up, one can feel whether it is comfortable or not, whether it fits the nature of tea or not. This "thoughtfulness" is not only his response to materials and nature, but also echoes the core spirit of YMS - to take care of the user's feelings in the details, so that life can be better.
Tea props are the closest thing to the senses in a tea ceremony, and they also best reflect the brand's attention to detail. From the shape to the feel, from the material to the matching, Su always takes "thoughtfulness" as the starting point, thinking about how to let the flavor of tea be set off and how to let the user feel the warmth. As a result, in his hands, tea props are not only containers for tea, but also bridges between the land, nature, and the human heart. As a result, his works are in line with the spirit of YMS, mirroring each other's concept of "the beauty of life is found in the details".
Seeds of Collective Creativity, Germinated at YMS by onefifteen
Unlike the previous approach of seeing a site before creating something, the collaboration with YMS started long before the building took shape. For him, it is more like a collective sowing of seeds: the artists are each professionally watering and fertilizing their work in anticipation of a complete and multi-layered piece of work that will blossom in the end.
"It's like planting a seed in Yangmingshan, not sure what it will grow into, but with hard work and care, it will develop into something that belongs to the land."
In his eyes, YMS by onefifteen is not just a brand, but a collective creation. From the manager to the architects and landscape designers to the artists of different artifacts, everyone intertwines land, culture and life.
In the dialogue between materials and nature, Su Jianlin takes "thoughtfulness" as his initial goal, transforming the nourishment of the land and culture so that his works can become a companion in life. Through the collaboration with YMS by onefifteen, this concept has been extended from artifacts to an attitude of life - eclectic, yet always gentle.
YMS by onefifteen, like a growing seed, takes thoughtfulness as its soil and nature as its nourishment, and gradually blossoms into a beautiful landscape of life that belongs to this piece of land.
Metal Artist
Su Chien-lin
With "thoughtfulness" as the first heart, we brew the prototype of a better life in the dialogue between materials and nature.
Between the mist, the soil and the aroma of tea in Yangmingshan, art and life are closely intertwined.
For goldsmith Su Jianlin, "thoughtfulness" is the first thing in his creation. From goldsmithing, ceramics, floral art to calligraphy, he uses different materials as his vocabulary to start a dialogue with nature, making his works not only an object but also a gentle attitude towards life.
Multi-Texture Exploration
Su Jianlin's creative path spans many fields. He has been immersed in calligraphy for more than twenty years, and has also studied ceramics, woodworking, fiber and floral art. For him, these attempts are not disconnected fragments, but rather nourish each other.
"Each material has a different personality, and you have to understand it before you can talk to it." The coldness of metal, the warmth of clay, and the seasonal gestures of plants are all regarded as independent "individuals" rather than mere materials. When the materials are endowed with spirituality, the works can tell a truer story.
Rich creations inspired by nature.
Nature has always been the most important source of inspiration for his creations. From hiking to gardening, from observing the subtle texture of leaf veins to gazing at the changes in the landscape at different times of the day, he captures the whispers of nature through his senses and transforms them into the aura of his creations.
Tea has been an important centerpiece of his life in recent years. Tea comes from the land, and the terroir and climate create unique flavors and make him realize the inclusiveness and diversity of Taiwan's culture. "The soil, like Taiwan, is able to accept elements from all over the world and eventually grow into its own shape." This mindset also permeates his imagination and production of tea sets.
Collaboration with YMS by onefifteen: From the heart of thoughtfulness
The opportunity to collaborate began with an invitation from the manager. Having admired Su Jianlin's work for many years, the manager asked him to customize tea props for the brand, and shared his thoughts on the brand, the atmosphere of Yangmingshan, and the prototype of YMS.
Therefore, Su Jianjianlin visited the first food and clothing stalls on Daan Road and climbed Yangmingshan Mountain himself to turn these atmospheres into the language of his creation. This time, he not only produced his own works, but also acted as a coordinator, inviting a number of Taiwanese and international artists to participate. From goldsmithing, ceramics, woodworking to glass and lacquer, the fusion of multiple media echoes the experimental spirit of YMS by onefifteen.
"The tea sets I chose are not sets, but rather, they can be paired with each other, like different partners coming together to create new stories and images." This free and harmonious combination is exactly how YMS by onefifteen imagines life: eclectic, yet gentle and considerate.
Consideration in Tea Props
For Su Jianlin, a good piece of work does not need much explanation. The moment one picks it up, one can feel whether it is comfortable or not, whether it fits the nature of tea or not. This "thoughtfulness" is not only his response to materials and nature, but also echoes the core spirit of YMS - to take care of the user's feelings in the details, so that life can be better.
Tea props are the closest thing to the senses in a tea ceremony, and they also best reflect the brand's attention to detail. From the shape to the feel, from the material to the matching, Su always takes "thoughtfulness" as the starting point, thinking about how to let the flavor of tea be set off and how to let the user feel the warmth. As a result, in his hands, tea props are not only containers for tea, but also bridges between the land, nature, and the human heart. As a result, his works are in line with the spirit of YMS, mirroring each other's concept of "the beauty of life is found in the details".
Seeds of Collective Creativity, Germinated at YMS by onefifteen
Unlike the previous approach of seeing a site before creating something, the collaboration with YMS started long before the building took shape. For him, it is more like a collective sowing of seeds: the artists are each professionally watering and fertilizing their work in anticipation of a complete and multi-layered piece of work that will blossom in the end.
"It's like planting a seed in Yangmingshan, not sure what it will grow into, but with hard work and care, it will develop into something that belongs to the land."
In his eyes, YMS by onefifteen is not just a brand, but a collective creation. From the manager to the architects and landscape designers to the artists of different artifacts, everyone intertwines land, culture and life.
In the dialogue between materials and nature, Su Jianlin takes "thoughtfulness" as his initial goal, transforming the nourishment of the land and culture so that his works can become a companion in life. Through the collaboration with YMS by onefifteen, this concept has been extended from artifacts to an attitude of life - eclectic, yet always gentle.
YMS by onefifteen, like a growing seed, takes thoughtfulness as its soil and nature as its nourishment, and gradually blossoms into a beautiful landscape of life that belongs to this piece of land.