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Introduction1.1 Personal BackgroundAs a junior in the Department of Industrial Design of Shandong Institute of Arts and Crafts, my love for design began when I was a child, disassembling and reassembling toys. As I grew older, this passion gradually translated into a dedication and pursuit of industrial design. In the study of the college, I not only mastered the basic skills of design, but also deeply realized that design is not only a combination of form and function, but also a reflection of culture and the times. My design practice is deeply influenced by contemporary culture, which prompts me to constantly explore and reflect on how to integrate cultural elements into my design to create works that are more relevant to the times. 1.2 The Purpose and Significance of ReflectionIn the context of globalization, the cultural intermingling of the design field is becoming more and more frequent. As designers, we not only have to face the inheritance and innovation of local culture, but also deal with the influence and integration of foreign culture. This report aims to reflect on and summarize the strategies I have adopted in my practice as a designer and how these have helped me deal with the influence of contemporary culture. In particular, I will share my experience of working with the Spanish workshop, including the challenges and difficulties in the process of working together, and how I overcame them through design strategies. This research is of great significance for understanding cultural adaptation in design practice, and also provides valuable experience for international design collaboration. Strategies for cultural integration in design practice2.1 Excavation and innovation of local cultureIn my design practice, I pay special attention to the excavation and innovation of local culture. As the hometown of Confucius, Shandong has a profound cultural heritage. I try to integrate elements of Confucian culture, such as harmony and benevolence, into the design, so that it not only has a practical function, but also conveys a deep cultural connotation. For example, in a project with a workshop in Spain, I proposed a design that combines traditional Chinese painting and color palette with the prevention of Alzheimer's disease among the elderly in Spain, which was not only recognized by my Spanish peers, but also provided me with a new perspective on cross-cultural design. 2.2 Borrowing and absorbing foreign culturesI deeply understand the importance of borrowing and absorbing foreign cultures for design innovation. Spanish design is known for its exuberant and vibrant colors, and these characteristics are reflected in their designs. I learned how to combine the Spanish design language with the local culture to create designs that are both international and local. 2.3 Cross-cultural communication and collaborationIn the process of working with the Spanish workshop, language and cultural differences became the biggest challenge we faced. To overcome this obstacle, I employ a variety of strategies. First of all, I improved the efficiency of communication with Spanish designers by using local social media software. Second, I use visual aids, such as…