London Design Gold

2025

Diamond Painting Tool For Pressure Relief And Healing

Entrant Company

Zhejiang Lifeshine Arts & Crafts Co., Ltd.

Category

Product Design - Tools

Client's Name

Country / Region

China

In the fast-paced rhythm of modern life, women often find themselves consumed by work and household responsibilities, yearning for a tranquil sanctuary to retreat, heal, and reconnect with themselves. Diamond painting, with its accessible process and high sense of accomplishment, has become a popular medium for stress relief and self-expression. However, the experience is frequently undermined by long-standing drawbacks of traditional tools: prolonged hunching over to pick up diamonds leads to neck and hand strain; repetitive actions lack feedback, making the process monotonous; inadequate lighting and external distractions further disrupt focus and peace of mind.

The Diamond Painting Tool for Pressure Relief and Healing addresses these issues through a systematic redesign. Every component has been reimagined and integrated into a cohesive system, including the applicator board, applicator pen, diamond tray, and canvas storage unit, so as to holistically support the creative experience, physical well-being, and emotional regulation.

Its key innovation lies in the first-ever integrated scroll-based storage component designed specifically for canvases. This prevents long canvases from sagging, collecting dust, or being damaged by folding, enabling unified storage of tools and canvas to enhance portability and workflow efficiency.

The applicator board combines a backlit lightbox with posture guidance. Its soft, adjustable lighting adapts to various environments, while three calibrated lines on the surface utilize a moiré effect to prompt correct sitting posture. Paired with an adjustable stand, users can customize the height to maintain a natural viewing angle. The board also emits white noise to block out distractions, fostering deep concentration. A built-in solar panel on the back ensures continuous use outdoors or during power outages.

The applicator pen features an integrated electronic counter that displays real-time progress with each press, enhancing interactivity and a sense of accomplishment. The diamond tray offers adjustable height and a rotating pour spout for easy transfer of leftover diamonds; when not in use, the spout can be closed to prevent spills, balancing practicality with seamless operation.

By optimizing structure in place of sheer willpower, the entire tool genuinely transforms diamond painting from a task requiring “perseverance” into a true “enjoyment.”

Credits

Xiuhua Kang
Junnan Xiao
Yujing Zhu
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