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2023.12.19

Chung Hwa Pulp's Hualien Mill Wins Golden Pin Design Award for Integrate Environmental Design

2023.12.19
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December 1, 2023 — Chung Hwa Pulp's Hualien Mill Wall Restoration Project was honored with the Golden Pin Design Award in the Integrated Design category on December 1, 2023. The project, titled "Pulp Industry's Lasting Legacy," transformed the traditional industrial site into a modern, culturally rich masterpiece, blending innovation and sustainability. The Golden Pin Design Award, known for recognizing outstanding designs globally, showcased a diverse range of entries this year, with nearly 8,000 submissions from 23 countries.

Chung Hwa Pulp's commitment to sustainability is evident in its collaboration with the National Cheng Kung University Sustainability Institute since 2020. The restoration project, executed by the Taiwan design team ARMU architects and local craftsmen, reimagined the factory entrance facade standing for over 50 years by the Hualien River. The project emphasizes a simple yet practical design approach, incorporating local cultural elements to inject vitality into the environment.

The Golden Pin Design Award, established in 1981, highlights excellence in design thinking, execution, and innovation. The success of Chung Hwa Pulp's project underscores its integration prowess, receiving unanimous acclaim from judges and securing the Golden Pin Design Award in the highly competitive Integrated Design category.

Chung Hwa Pulp believes in redefining industrial waste as a resource awaiting regeneration. The company envisions a future where industry harmonizes with local culture and the environment, promoting a circular economy. This award not only recognizes Chung Hwa Pulp's strides in sustainable material design but also demonstrates the vast potential of the pulp industry. We anticipate that this collaboration will continue driving sustainable development, creating a future that embraces environmental responsibility.


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For detailed information about the Hualien Mill Wall Environmental Restoration Project, please refer to the Golden Pin Design Award press release.