Yiqi Zhao MDes ’20 recently won three Gold awards at the 2024 DNA Paris Design Awards, an accolade honoring the work of international designers who improve our daily lives through practical, beautiful, and innovative design. One project in particular, The Holo Flower Brain, was completed at the Graduate School of Design in 2019 with mentorship from GSD faculty member Allen Sayegh, Design Critic and Senior Interaction Technologies Fellow.

“The Holo Flower Brain offers a unique tool for visualizing and understanding brain activity, providing new avenues for art studio therapy and self-awareness, which can help alleviate the mental health crisis,” said Holy Minoza in a press release for New York Weekly. Zhao’s achievements underscore the transformative potential of AI and mixed reality in design, inspiring designers to explore the convergence of technology and artistry. Zhao celebrated her awards at the 2024 Paris Design Awards Ceremony held at the Espace Niemeyer in Paris, France, on Friday, October 25th.

Photos courtesy Yiqi Zhao.