Business Details
17 Years
experience
Choi+Shine: Global Art & Architecture Studio
Choi+Shine is an internationally recognized art and design studio founded by Jin Choi and Thomas Shine. With over 15 years of combined experience, our practice spans architecture, infrastructure, product design, and public art installations. Our work has been exhibited in prestigious institutions such as the Victoria & Albert Museum, Dongdaemun Design Plaza, and the Sharjah Art Museum. We have received global acclaim for innovative projects like the Bit Light, patented public artworks, and large-scale infrastructure designs for the European Union's Global Gateway campaign.Our team has taught at Yale University, contributed to major publications, and collaborated with institutions like the BBC and Cooper Hewitt Smithsonian Design Museum. We maintain rigorous quality standards through continuous research and development, evidenced by our participation in biennales, design festivals, and permanent public art commissions worldwide.
Services
Architecture
Infrastructure
Product Design
Public Artwork
Exhibition Design
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- We have exhibited in 25+ international biennales and museums
- Our patented Bit Light design demonstrates technical innovation
- Our team includes Yale University architecture faculty members
- We've completed permanent public artworks in London and Cambridge
- We combine artistic vision with engineering expertise in all projects
Services
Architecture
Choi+Shine's architectural practice creates context-sensitive designs that merge artistic vision with technical precision. Our projects range from cultural institutions to urban infrastructure, emphasizing sustainability and community engagement. We have completed commissions for the European Union and permanent installations at major international museums.
Public Artwork
Our public art practice develops large-scale installations that transform urban spaces through innovative materials and interactive design. Notable works include the Bit Light series and permanent commissions at Paddington Station and Deheny Linear Park. These projects combine engineering with artistic expression for lasting community impact.
Product Design
We create functional design objects that balance aesthetic innovation with practical use. The patented Bit Light exemplifies our approach, combining modular design with sustainable materials. Our products have been exhibited at Milan Design Week and are available through select design retailers worldwide.
Infrastructure
Our infrastructure projects reimagine public systems through artistic lenses. From transportation hubs to energy solutions, we integrate aesthetic considerations with technical requirements. Recent commissions include permanent installations at major transit locations and competition entries for cultural infrastructure projects.
Exhibition Design
We design immersive exhibition environments that enhance viewer engagement with art and architecture. Our retrospective at Yale School of Architecture and installations for biennales demonstrate our ability to create spatial narratives that complement diverse artistic content.
People
Jin Choi
Co-Founder
MFA in Architectural Art from Yale University, recipient of the Mass Cultural Council 2019 Artist Fellowship, and lead curator at Amsterdam Light Festival. Co-inventor of multiple patented designs.
Thomas Shine
Co-Founder
Yale-trained architect with prior experience in biotechnology and medical device development. Holds international patents for medical devices and collaborative design works with Jin Choi.
Questions
What types of projects does Choi+Shine specialize in?
We specialize in architecture, infrastructure design, public art installations, and product design. Our portfolio includes large-scale commissions for cultural institutions and patented lighting solutions.
Where has Choi+Shine's work been exhibited?
Our work has been featured in major institutions including the Victoria & Albert Museum, Sharjah Art Museum, Fukuoka Asian Art Museum, and at international biennales in Barcelona, Liverpool, and Busan.
Can I purchase Choi+Shine designs?
Selected products like our Bit Light are available through design retailers including the Cooper Hewitt Museum shop. Custom commissions require direct consultation.
How do I request permission to use Choi+Shine images?
Contact us directly through our website for image usage permissions. All design and photographic copyrights are strictly enforced.
What awards has Choi+Shine received?
We've received recognition including the AZ Awards finalist, CODA awards Top 100, and multiple design competition recognitions. Our patented works have been featured in major design publications.
