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This is a messaging tool that uses origami to express emotion. Origami is the traditional Japanese craft of paper folding that began as a courtesy. In the past Japanese decorative paper was folded neatly for gift wrapping. This tool uses modern communication to allow people to create a digital origami letter then send it or print and fold it themselves, giving them two ways to enjoy their messages.
Granovita is a packaging design for granola. A cardboard box replaces the flexible pouch commonly used for cereal, giving more control over how the product appears on shelves. The rough surface of the cardboard supports the theme of healthy living. Illustrations of fruits and grains describe the taste of each variety. Icons, expressive lettering and bright colors convey a positive message. The cardboard can be composted, so the solution stays environmentally friendly and low in cost. Each box measures 160 by 120 by 40 millimeters.
Villa Sorra is situated in the heart of the countryside of Emilia. It is surrounded by trails of fog wounding their way through the morning light and the checkerboard created by peasants' hard work. It is a pleasant and almost enchanted place. It is a gem that tells a story made by peculiar legends, protected animals, and grapes that become world-renowned Made in Italy's excellences: the Tortellini, the Balsamic Vinegar, and the Parmigiano Reggiano cheese.
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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Tokaj Gin Label is the bottle design for a gin produced in the Tokaj wine region of Hungary. The characteristic hills of the landscape are illustrated in a geometric manner, resembling traditional copper engravings. The dimensions and the rhythm of the pattern were studied carefully to refine the lens effect. The illustrations are screen printed directly on the surface of the bottle. The transparent liquid inside distorts the pattern when the bottle is viewed. The simple design gives an insight into the region where the gin is distilled.
Circle Unfulfilled is a packaging design for eye and neck massage devices. The form is inspired by the portals and bridges of Suzhou gardens, where a full circle is never found. The shape protects the product while reducing empty space inside the pack. A recycled material called SupraPulp, made from bagasse, is used for the structure. Without extra processing, the pack degrades in 45 to 90 days and returns to the material loop. The soft outer graphics and the calm color scheme suggest the gentle pressure of a massage.