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Dragonpass Brand Identity

Dragonpass

Dragonpass is a brand identity designed for a membership benefit and travel services provider. The new symbol combines the trace of a magic wand with the initial letter D, forming a dynamic mark that crosses several dimensions. The original red palette is extended with purple and further tones to give the identity a more fashionable character. Auxiliary graphics add flexibility across applications. The simplified visual system replaces an aging emblem and supports a more international brand image.

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Artsmuzeum Branding

Artsmuzeum

ArtsMuzeum is a brand identity created for an online gift shop that sells art related products. The identity links historical art with modern life. The logo pairs gothic yet bold letterforms with a squared frame that appears to continue without end. The name is shortened and arranged in creative blocks, and the letters are composed as a single graphic pattern built from positive and negative space. The concise and solid design is applied to the website, stationery and promotional materials.

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Bamboo Craft Festival  Architectural Narrative Illustration

Bamboo Craft Festival

In response to the sweeping urbanization of Hong Kong and the resulting loss of its cultural diversity, A Bamboo Craft Festival is designed with vast elevated temporary bamboo platforms and structures, creating an urban spatial celebration to preserve and revitalize the local street life cultures, traditions, and craftsmanships. The festival takes place annually and aims to engage the public to experience and explore local street cultures and craftsmanship through workshops and performances, embodying the spirit of Hong Kong.

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Danish Fuel Portable Speaker

Danish Fuel

Danish Fuel is a portable speaker built inside an upcycled World War Two metal jerry can. Old rust and paint are removed by furnace treatment and sandblasting, and the can is then powder coated in a green satin finish. The front panel is made of molded plywood with a smoked oak top layer. The control plate, feet and marking plates are anodized aluminium. The speaker holds a woofer, a tweeter and a class D amplifier. Sound is played through Bluetooth or an auxiliary cable, and power comes from a battery or mains electricity. Each unit carries a unique identification number.

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Intangible Heritage Illustration

Intangible Heritage

Intangible Heritage is a series of three illustrations about the intangible cultural heritage of China. The illustrations present Pipa art, Longquan celadon and the Zigong Lantern Festival. Each image is drawn with vector design software, so fine details remain sharp at large print sizes. The printed sheets measure 800 by 800 millimeters. Traditional subjects are translated into a modern visual language for use online, in print media, books and photo albums. The intent is to help the public learn about these traditions.

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Animated Koopmans Logo System Corporate Identity

Animated Koopmans Logo System

Koopmans asked Rebrandt to communicate the breadth of the range more clearly. The word "print shop" no longer represents what they do. This new ID is therefore not only an aesthetically appealing design language but also a strategic marketing instrument that communicates the wide range of products they can offer. Ruud Winder, head of design Rebrandt, wanted the dynamic working attitude of the organization to be reflected in the designs. The movement contrasts with the supposed stillness of a print company, precisely that breadth had to be emphasized.

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