Assignments Interflora World Cup - Yoshimi Nakayama, Japan
The first event, Designers Choice is themed "Flowers on the Orient". Contestants will complete a design up to 1.2 metres deep and wide and 2.25 metres high within 2 hours. On the same day they will have their artistic flair tested again with a "Surprise Item" which they will complete in just over an hour. This is an exciting test of how spontaneous these designers from around the world can be with only 15 minutes to view the various items presented to them and create something amazing.

What can you tell us about your "Flowers on the Orient" creation?
I am trying to depict “Mystique” in whose existence I firmly believe is in the Oriental sphere as a form of design.

What do you consider typical flowers of the orient? (Do you like to work with them?)
My perception is “lotus flower” as the typical Oriental flower and I do like working with them in my design.

Which aspect(s) of this arrangement makes it typically your design? (Flowers on the Orient.)
The most exquisite aspect of my design would be front form.
Other remarks you would like to make?
I pursue “a spatial beauty” as one of the characteristics in design.

Assignment 2: Surprise item Shanghai Tang
Create within the time allowed an in store display for the famous Shanghai Tang Clothing and Accessories Store. Your design should reflect the vibrancy and contemporary ambience of this retail outlet. You do not have to use all of the materials provided, you may decide not to use some of the items at all.
