Decoding Regional Cultural Genes and the Characterization of Indoor Decorative Sculptures in Public Art Spaces

DOI: https://doi.org/10.62517/jhet.202515322

Author(s)

Jie Han

Affiliation(s)

Department of Plastic Arts and Design, Design Major, Kunsan National University, Kunsan, 54150, Korea

Abstract

In the context of globalization, the cultural identity and regional of public art spaces have become critical topics in contemporary art design. This study focuses on the relationship between regional cultural genes and the characterization of indoor decorative sculptures in public art spaces, aiming to establish a theoretical framework and methodological system for decoding regional cultural genes and designing distinctive sculptures from an interdisciplinary perspective. The research initially deconstructs the core elements of regional culture based on cultural gene theory, employing a cross-analysis of semiotics, folklore, and art morphology to extract representative cultural symbols, narrative logics, and aesthetic characteristics. It then constructs a cultural gene translation model based on the spatial attributes of indoor decorative sculptures, examining the transformation mechanisms of regional cultural elements in sculptural form construction, spatial atmosphere creation, and cultural meaning communication across three dimensions: functional adaptability, visual narrative, and material craftsmanship. Finally, through theoretical deduction and systematic integration of design elements, a distinctive design strategy centered on "gene decoding—symbol translation—spatial empowerment" is proposed, demonstrating how regional cultural genes can facilitate cultural identity construction and place spirit reshaping in public spaces through sculptural art language. The results indicate that design pathways based on cultural gene decoding can effectively enhance the cultural uniqueness and artistic appeal of public art spaces, providing replicable theoretical references and practical paradigms for the regionalized creation of contemporary indoor decorative sculptures.

Keywords

Regional Cultural Genes; Public Art Spaces; Indoor Decorative Sculptures; Distinctive Design; Cultural Symbol Translation

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