Founder Aluminum, recognized as one of the 5-star companies contributing to happiness in Changhua, Taiwan, remained committed to its philosophy of uninterrupted education and the nurturing of outstanding Taiwanese talent during the pandemic. The company organized the inaugural "Aluminum Furniture Design Competition" as part of its efforts to foster design talent in Taiwan. The first edition of this competition garnered enthusiastic responses, with participation from 917 students and teachers from 18 universities nationwide. Fifteen outstanding teams competed for a substantial prize pool of 300,000 NT dollars and the opportunity to showcase their designs in Germany.
Established in Fengyuan, Taichung, in 1978, Founder Aluminum began as an aluminum alloy casting factory. Over the years, it underwent several transformations and, for the past 40 years, has been dedicated to aluminum material technology and integration. The company gained recognition from a renowned Swedish furniture brand, becoming its primary supplier in Asia. Founder Aluminum is the preferred Asian supplier for this Swedish brand and also exports its products to Japan, the United States, and various European countries. It holds a prominent position in Asia for aluminum furniture exports. In addition to its design and innovation capabilities, highly appreciated in the OEM and ODM processes, the company has paved a new path for Taiwan's furniture design and export.
Recognizing the necessity of having in-house design capabilities and technological core for sustainable business operation, Founder Aluminum established its own brand, "fafa casa," in 2008. It focuses on designing innovative, eco-friendly, and minimalist lifestyle products, aiming to create innovative value-added industries. By extending the lifespan and preserving the value of its products, "fafa casa" ensures that its products are not disposable goods, thereby reducing the frequency of product replacement and achieving genuine environmental friendliness. The "fafa casa Aluminum Furniture Design Competition" invited budding teachers from fields related to industrial and product design from all over the country to participate. They guide students in understanding aluminum materials, processes, and encourage participation in the competition. The competition facilitates interaction between industry and academia and injects fresh creative vitality into Taiwan's industrial landscape, while also offering students valuable learning experiences in their respective fields.