R Original Craft Settlement (inside Taitung Sugar Factory) Introduction
【Brand Ata (Qkata)】 "Qkata" is named after the formal term in the Paiwan language for patterned beads. The "Qkata Culture" is a community of indigenous women who collaborate to preserve traditional patterns and techniques. By combining their various craftsmanship specialties, they begin with the story behind each qkata pattern, infusing their traditional handmade production techniques and traditional artifacts with creative ideas from everyday life. This increases engaging cultural perspectives and the meaningful connection to traditional living, embodying the spirit of giving and sharing. Located within the Taitung Sugar Factory, the R Original Craft Community represents the convergence of local indigenous workshops in Taitung, providing a platform for voicing tribal culture and showcasing the "tribal artisans" of Taitung's local craft culture. Thanks to the presence of the R Craft Community, one can experience the aroma of woven taro leaves, the warmth of fired glass beads, the patterns of woven fabrics, the scent of wood shavings, and songs from the tribes. This space transforms warehouses into vibrant exhibition areas for tribal handmade creative products, establishing a collaborative economy based on a "sharing and mutual assistance" model in today's social environment, embodying the concept of a "social enterprise."
