Business Details
17 Years
experience
Internationally Awarded Art & Design Studio
Choi+Shine is an internationally awarded art and design studio founded by Jin Choi and Thomas Shine. With over 15 years of experience, we create innovative installations and architectural projects that have been exhibited in prestigious venues such as the Victoria & Albert Museum, the Deutsches Museum, and the Busan Biennale. Our work spans scales from small lighting fixtures showcased at the Cooper Hewitt Smithsonian Design Museum to large infrastructure projects for the European Capital of Culture.Recognized by the BBC, CNN, and The Guardian, we combine artistic vision with technical expertise to deliver impactful designs. Our patented works, including the Bit Light, reflect our commitment to innovation. As curators of the Amsterdam Light Festival and recipients of the Mass Cultural Council Artist Fellowship, we prioritize excellence and creativity in every project.
Services
Public Art Installations
Lighting Design
Architectural Projects
Design Consultancy
Patented Innovations
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- We have exhibited in over 20 countries across prestigious institutions.
- Our patented Bit Light demonstrates technical and design innovation.
- Founders hold advanced degrees from Yale University's School of Architecture.
- Recognized by leading media including BBC, CNN, and The Guardian.
- Awarded the Mass Cultural Council 2019 Artist Fellowship for excellence.
Services
Public Art Installations
We create large-scale public art installations that transform urban spaces through innovative materials and interactive design. Our works have been featured at biennales in Barcelona, Liverpool, and Sharjah, combining cultural storytelling with technical precision to engage diverse audiences globally.
Lighting Design
Our lighting designs merge aesthetics with functionality, exemplified by the patented Bit Light. Featured at the Cooper Hewitt Smithsonian Museum, these solutions emphasize energy efficiency and modular adaptability for both temporary festivals and permanent installations.
Architectural Projects
We develop architectural concepts ranging from infrastructure projects for the European Capital of Culture to cultural pavilions. Our approach integrates contextual sensitivity with futuristic vision, as seen in the Flying Mosque exhibited at the Sharjah Islamic Arts Festival.
Design Consultancy
We provide expert guidance on art-led urban development and cultural placemaking. Our consultancy informed the EU's Global Gateway campaign and permanent artworks at London's Paddington Station, combining strategic thinking with artistic excellence.
Patented Innovations
Our R&D focuses on creating patented solutions like the Bit Light system. These innovations apply modular design principles to lighting and structural elements, balancing commercial viability with artistic integrity as demonstrated through international exhibitions and museum acquisitions.
People
Jin Choi
Co-Founder & Lead Curator
MFA graduate from Yale, Jin Choi co-founded Choi+Shine in 2009. She has curated the Amsterdam Light Festival and holds multiple patents, blending architectural artistry with technical innovation in globally exhibited works.
Thomas Shine
Co-Founder & Structural Expert
Yale-trained architect Thomas Shine brings engineering precision to Choi+Shine's projects. With prior biotechnology experience, he develops patented systems like the Bit Light while teaching structural design at Yale School of Architecture.
Questions
What services does Choi+Shine offer?
We specialize in public art installations, architectural projects, lighting design, and patented innovations for global clients.
Where have your works been exhibited?
Our installations have been showcased at the Victoria & Albert Museum, Busan Biennale, and Sharjah Art Museum among others.
What notable projects have you completed?
Projects include the Bit Light (patented design), The Heron in Washington D.C., and the Land of Giants for Milan Design Week.
Who are the founders of Choi+Shine?
Jin Choi (Yale MFA) and Thomas Shine (Yale MArch) co-founded the studio in 2009 with complementary expertise in art and engineering.
What awards have you received?
We've earned the Mass Cultural Council Artist Fellowship, CODA awards Top 100 recognition, and multiple design competition finalist positions.
