The hierarchy-based metaphorical cognitive framework is constructed to integrate the product design with the Maritime Silk Road culture of southern Fujian via channels including cultural symbols, its utilization as well as connotations involved. Specifically, integration of various elements along with expanded functions and details could further reveal the charm of cultural designs. Such practices could serve a way to testify the efficiency of these designs in cultural communication, thus providing references for the teaching of cultural and creative product design as well as product designs by factories.
Research on Maritime Silk Road-based Product Integration under Metaphorical Cognitive Framework
