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Chang'an Still Illustration Series

Wu Yao Illustration Series Graphic Tuesday, 4 August 2026

Chang'an Still

Ancient China's Xi'an was called Chang'an Xi'an. In the Chang'an Still Illustration Series, designers envision the reappearance of the scenes recalling the stories that happened in the magical land in ancient times. Look at the Big Wild Goose Pagoda in the distance, feel the city that never sleeps at night, see the magnificent Daming Palace, see the ancient city wall with a sense of story, and there are so many scenic spots people can't wait to see. The illustration series is filled with the infinite charm of Xi'an.

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Eastern Seawall Signage System and Environmental Graphic

Updesign Signage System and Environmental Graphic Graphic Monday, 3 August 2026

Eastern Seawall

Eastern Seawall is a signage system designed for a coastal promenade in Dapeng Peninsula, Shenzhen, China. Six separate sections along a 32 kilometre shoreline are linked by one unified visual language. Signboards, site maps and ecology introductions are placed along roads and entrances. Arrows shaped by tidal flow give clear guidance. The boards are made of anti-corrosion merbau hardwood with a steel cross bracing skeleton. Modular structures allow flexible assembly on seawalls, steps, slopes and reefs, and reduce wind loads in a salty and humid climate.

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Italian Capital of Culture 2023 Logo And Launch Campaign

akomi Logo And Launch Campaign Graphic Sunday, 2 August 2026

Italian Capital of Culture 2023

One logo shared by two different cities (Bergamo and Brescia, united as year 2023 Italian Capital of Culture) inspired to the pop culture and designed to evolve during time. The whole geometry is based on bending of linear elements with constant thickness, inspired by the construction rods for which the two cities are well known, with the aim of overturning a stereotype of industrial cities and celebrate their resiliance during the first covid-19 surge. The iconic red element not only is a 3 and a B at the same time, but also can acquire different meanings and shapes in different contexts.

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Ancient Village Illustration

Jijing Ju Illustration Graphic Saturday, 1 August 2026

Ancient Village

Old Town of Lijiang is a series of illustrations created to present and protect the culture of an ancient town in China. The illustrations show cultural heritage elements, local scenes and layered colours in a national style. Each image is drawn with vector design software at 800 by 800 millimetres and reproduced with high quality printing technology. The series shares the natural and human heritage of Lijiang in a visual language suited to modern taste. The aim is to raise public awareness of traditional village culture and its protection.

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We Belong Here Corporate Identity

Lia Jiyun Kim Corporate Identity Graphic Friday, 31 July 2026

We Belong Here

We Belong Here is an interactive exhibition branding concept for Otis Design Week that encourages cross-cultural collaboration. Through customized tops, students can express their identities, foster communication, and build a community that transcends language and cultural barriers. This tool promotes inclusivity and equality, making it a valuable addition to any educational program.

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Tibet Shannan Corporate Identity

HE LIU Corporate Identity Graphic Thursday, 30 July 2026

Tibet Shannan

Tibet Shannan project aimed at promoting the tourism industry in Shannan. By creating a representative logo to extend the impression of the city through systematic products and tourist guides. The inspiration for the logo is drawn from the features of Shannan and simplified into symbols through contemporary art. The logo itself is versatile and scalable, able to seamlessly integrate into different products. This work hopes to bring a positive and interesting energy to the audience, better meeting the needs of the modern market and helping this ancient city showcase its diverse aspects.

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