A Comparative Study on the Similarities and Differences in Design Aesthetics between China and Europe

• Lingjie Shao

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Design aesthetics is a branch of aesthetics with influences such as culture and values, and has different characteristics in different regions. Our paper takes design aesthetics in China and Europe as an example. First of all, sort out the contexts of their development: Chinese design aesthetics embraces the notion of"harmony between man and nature", goes through different periods in its development process and still retains traditional charm while also incorporating contemporary elements today; European design aesthetics embodies the spirit of rationality and innovation, grows into a special developmental stage. At the same time, it also explores their commonalities in pursuing harmonious proportions and conveying emotions. Finally, the study points out that in the future, Chinese and European design aesthetics will achieve more integration through cultural exchanges while maintaining their own characteristics, and jointly promote the development of global design aesthetics.

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