Jiaying Shen, Honglei Guo
Against the backdrop of the transition from traditional craftsmanship to contemporary design, Henan wheat straw painting employs natural plant fibers as its primary medium, relying on the arrangement of linear materials and the expression of inherent luster. However, it currently faces challenges such as structural rigidity and insufficient design transformation. Grounded in design methodology, this study begins with an analysis of material language, systematically examines structural characteristics and formal logic, and constructs a pathway for design transformation. It further integrates analyses of application expansion, product structuring, and brand consolidation. The findings indicate that reinforcing material properties and reconfiguring formal structures can effectively broaden its application scope and enhance its adaptability to contemporary contexts. The study argues that this pathway can provide a valuable reference for the design transformation of traditional plant fiber crafts.