Ziah-De @ FORMOSA SHOW 100: Let's Drink Tea and Talk

The London based Taiwanese design exhibition, FORMOSA SHOW 100, along with the creative markets, aims to appeal to the ambitious and talented emerging Taiwanese designers.To promote Taiwanese creative industry, that communicates with the international markets, and exposes the energy of Taiwanese creativity.www.formosashow.co.uk

Tea is part of the social fabric of Taiwan. "Come and drink tea" is a traditional greeting to guests, and serving tea, just like in the UK, is a simple and powerful way to make them feel welcomed. People may also congregate under a shady tree, sipping tea while talking about almost everything. The same unpretentious atmosphere will be at Ziah-De @ FORMOSA SHOW 100. A cup of tea will be served to visitors who are ready to converse with the exhibition's 22 designers through a total of 45 pieces of their works.

2011 marks the 100th anniversary of Taiwan, ROC. It has gone through Japanese rule, martial law and democratic movement. Its unique diplomatic circumstance also led to a concentration on political issues. The new generation, however, has gradually learnt to embrace their culture and let go of certain leaden historical burdens. As reflected in the designs, the focus of the new generation has thus shifted. Some try to deal with the solitude of modern life and culture differences. Some gradually understand that we live in a global village and explore environmental issues or new materials. Some try to bring convenience to life. And some others try to return to their cultural roots and gain strength from tradition.

This is an intimate occasion for sharing and exchanging ideas. A welcome cup of tea will be served, over which the visitors can quietly converse with designers' works, as if under a shady tree on a summer afternoon. The separated Commercial Space, designed as a study, is a tea-drinking space for individuals. It highlights the connection between the commercial products, and the quality of life and individuality.

Wednesday : 18:00pm -21:00pm ,Private view

Thursday :18:00pm - 21:00pm, Opening Reception

Thursday- Sunday :12noon - 9pm, Open Daily