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Lab Future Construction

Lab Future Construction is an event identity created for a design exhibition in Taiwan. The identity is based on a new written language called Hou-Ru Wen. Hou-Ru Wen was developed by reconstructing existing notes, signs and symbols from the viewpoint of an alien observer. The letterforms mix the word structures of Phoenician and Berber, and Mandarin phonetic symbols are used for spelling. The layout refers to Sumerian cuneiform, so the writing is aligned to the bottom. The identity extends to the venue, the website and the catalog.

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Animal Deadee

There are many animal themed stamps in China, but this is the first time that stamps have been dedicated to rare animals endemic to Yunnan. The 2021 International Biodiversity Conservation Summit was held in Yunnan, China. This design intends to use this set of stamps to spread the Chinese government's concept of environmental protection, calling on the world to care for the earth's home.

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Mamba Chiliast

Mamba Chiliast is a brand identity created for a basketball community formed by fans of the Mamba Mentality. The identity brings members together through basketball activities and gives them a sense of belonging, pride and distinction. The logo uses the shape of a hexagram as its visual framework, formed by the combined letters M and C. An eye placed at the visual center represents the Mamba. The hexagram recalls shared associations of belief, organization and energy. The logo can be printed, sewn or injection molded in many sizes.

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Kanji

The Kanji shapes and strokes represent the initial state and infinite existence of the surroundings. Inspired by the brushstrokes of Chinese calligraphy, the study of contextual ideas, the blend of styles, and cultural attention, the inclusive mentality of the spaces in between the shapes conferred by the strokes shows exquisite elegance and luxuriant cultural implications of Chinese calligraphy. Each poster is made out of a combination of the traditional Chinese element, bringing all the inspirations together and creating a unique, delicate Chinese style of impressionism.

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Can You See the Music

The work created for Franz Liszt Chamber Orchestra is a music-driven dynamic brand identity aiming to revive the visual appearance of the orchestra. Its creators have invented an alternative musical language, by which any melody can be visualized within the set of guidelines defined. The identity allows for each member of the orchestra to build their own personalized logo, related to their favorite piece of the repertoire. Moreover, due to a custom developed logo design application, even the audience could become an active part of the identity renewal process.

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Stock and Financial Instruments

Stock and Financial Instruments is a printed guide book about designing visual information for stock markets and financial instruments. The book combines data visualization methods with the basics of financial markets. The content is prepared for designers who begin working for financial companies and need a quick understanding of both fields. Terminology was gathered and reviewed with an economics specialist. The book has a black textile hardcover with screen printing and a jacket with an abstract image. The pages use smooth 120 gram paper to prevent show-through.

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