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Helsinki-based artist-designer Didi NG Wing Yin born in Hong Kong. Upon completing a Master of Arts degree in Interior Architecture from Aalto University in 2023, he specialised in woodworking in both sculptural and functional furniture and objects. Didi's artistic creations focus on craftsmanship and material culture. He aspires to broaden the concept of woodworking and contemporary design by emphasising the essence of wood in its materiality through conceptual thinking, experimental surface treatment, and carving techniques. His passion for woodworking throughout the years has aimed at exploring the honest expression of wood, which can be stated in one word - Naturalness.

His work has been shown internationally, including a recent solo exhibition at Habitare in Helsinki Design Week selected by the Talentshop, a group exhibition at Ukurant in the 3daysofdesign in Copenhagen, Alcova Project Space in Milan Design Week, and the curated section of Collectible Fair in Brussels in 2023. He had participated in exhibitions at various art fairs, museums, and galleries, including Prime Matter Gallery in Lisbon, Lokal Gallery in Helsinki, Finlandsinstitutets Galleri in Stockholm, and the Kiscell Museum in Budapest. His work has appeared in dierent publications, including Dezeen, SightUnseen, Identity, and the Steidz magazine. He was the winner of Lamp2022 and the One&twenty design competition.