「在這個資訊快速流通的時代，一切似乎唾手可得，但也因為這樣，傳統工藝需要專注與深耕，顯得更為難得。」
"In today’s fast-paced world, everything feels just a click away. But because of that, traditional crafts that need real focus and careful work have become even rarer."
臍加厝手路金工的作品不僅展示了對金工技術的精湛掌握，還深深植根於當地文化與情感的表達。王譽霖與周霽恩透過金工的方式，將台灣獨特的土地故事與人們的生活經驗轉化為作品，展現了他們對在地情感的珍視。這些作品不僅具有功能性，更承載了情感與文化的象徵，成為日常生活中的藝術品。
紅包系列作品便是他們的代表之一。這些紅包不僅限於年節期間的用途，它們更被賦予了深厚的文化意涵，如結婚、生子、出入遠行等特殊時刻也能具有吉祥寓意。臍加厝將這些象徵著祝福的傳統禮品增添金工裝飾，使紅包不僅是裝載金錢的包袋，更是一種藝術創作。這樣的作品融入了傳統文化的意涵，也讓日常生活物品變得更加有魅力。
Innie + Outie Metal Art Studio’s creations combine expert metalworking with a deep connection to local culture and emotions. Wang Yu-Lin and Chou Chi-En capture Taiwan’s unique stories and life experiences in their work, honoring local sentiments. Their pieces are not just functional but also cultural and emotional symbols, elevating everyday objects to works of art.
A standout example is their Red Envelope Series, which goes beyond traditional use during festivals to carry significant cultural meanings for occasions like weddings and childbirth and travel. By adding metal embellishments, Innie + Outie transforms these common items into artistic creations that blend traditional significance with everyday appeal.
臍加厝手路金工 Innie + Outie Metal Art Studio
臍加厝手路金工，由王譽霖與周霽恩於2014年共同創立，工作室名稱「臍加厝」源自閩南語「起家」發音，寓意著從基礎一步步建立起來的工藝夢想。兩位創辦人雖然各有不同的專長與創作特色，但他們共同的理念是將傳統金工工藝與現代設計巧妙結合，並以此呈現對生活之美的獨特詮釋。
工作室的「迷你工具」系列作品令人驚豔，這些微型工具如剪刀、調色盤、咖啡手沖壺等，皆經過繁複的金工工序，每一件都細膩入微，成為具有收藏價值的藝術品，也使得金工不僅是一種傳統技術，更能成為富有情感與故事性的載體。每年推出的「紅包系列」將金工技術與紅包袋的設計融合，打造出既具年節韻味又能引領潮流的作品，也讓更多人認識並喜愛金工藝術的無限可能。
Innie + Outie Metal Art Studio was co-founded by Wang Yu-Llin and Chou Chi-En in 2014. The studio's name, 'Qijia,' originates from the Taiwanese dialect pronunciation of 'starting a home,' symbolizing their dream of building a craft legacy step by step. Though the two founders have distinct specialties and creative styles, they share a common vision—to seamlessly integrate traditional metalworking techniques with modern design, offering a unique interpretation of beauty in everyday life.
The studio's 'Miniature Tools' series is particularly impressive. These tiny yet meticulously crafted tools—such as scissors, paint palettes, and pour-over coffee kettles—undergo intricate metalworking processes, resulting in exquisitely detailed, collectible art pieces. Through their work, they redefine metalworking not only as a traditional craft but also as a medium for storytelling and emotional expression. Each year, their 'Red Envelope Series' combines metalworking techniques with the design of traditional red envelopes, creating pieces that embody both festive charm and contemporary style. This series introduces a wider audience to the boundless possibilities of metal art, making it both culturally rich and trendsetting.
