STARSDECK
Disciplines
Playing Cards
Motion graphic
Project Background
StarsDeck was developed as a playing card design that including the Ace, King, Queen, Jack, and Joker. The project examines how celestial illustration, tarot, mythology, and traditional design principles can be applied to a modern playing card system. The cards focus on Greek architecture and water zodiac signs, targeting individuals who enjoy astrology and visually engaging playing cards.
Software & Tools
Illustrator
Fresco
Photoshop
Year
2024
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Reinforcing the historical and mythological references to the theme.
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Designing a playing card for astrology audiences
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The challenge was to merge zodiac symbolism and classical influences, but still make sure it is legible and visually balanced.
The design began with research into zodiac signs and their associated constellations. Each zodiac sign inspired water signs: Cancer as the Queen, Scorpio as the King, and Pisces as the Jack. The Joker was inspired by Ophiuchus, the “13th sign.” Greek Corinthian architecture influenced the borders, incorporating elements to tie the zodiac theme to a classical aesthetic. The Charter typeface complemented the illustrations.
The final StarsDeck combined zodiac illustrations, constellations, and Greek decorative elements, creating an engaging set. The back of the card is the zodiac wheel pattern with blue and gold colours reflecting the connection to astrology.
Disciplines
Packaging design
Graphic Tool Box
Physical Mock-ups
Software & Tools
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe Photoshop
Porcreate
Year
2025
Project Background
Orizen is a Fictional Origami Kit Developed for Studio IV project 2 to explore packaging, branding, and sustainability. The concept invites customers to discover origami as a mindful and creative practice while celebrating the beauty of Japanese culture and art.
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Building a visual identity that reflects mindfulness, cultural connection, sustainability, and accessibility
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Creating two packaging versions (pink sakura and yellow kiku ) with an interactive twist-fold instruction
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Developing clear and beginner-friendly instructions to follow on a 6x6-inch paper
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Ensuring the brand voice and design balance traditional with modern design
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Orizen should be an engaging and inspiring origami kit, celebrating Japanese tradition and encouraging sustainability. Creating a solution that needs to communicate calmness, creativity, and eco-consciousness while appealing to artistic audiences looking for a relaxing hobby
Research began with origami's heritage and its role as a meditative practice. The name Orizen is a blend of "Ori" (origami) and "zen," representing the focus on mindfulness of the brand.
Packaging sketches explored how to incorporate Japanese-oriented patterns into the origami.
The chosen pattern was Skaura, which are cherry blossoms representing spring's start, symbolizing softness and kindness. The other pattern is Kiku, representing the royal family, and symbolizing renewal and longevity. A twofold origami instruction paper showcases the steps to creating a crane.
Typography was carefully paired with scandria line stencil for headings, resembling the concept of origami and fankwage medium for the body text, adding warmth and personality. Colour Pleatte was refined to a red-pink for sakura and a cream yellow for kiku, aligning with the brand's mindfulness.
The final Orizen branding is elegant and reusable, using 100 % post-consumer recycled (PCW) cardstock, supporting sustainable practices. The design offers two foral patterns, which are 6 x 6 inches and instructions with a QR code for a video tutorial. The unboxing experience is interactive and rewarding as you learn how to make a crane and display it for decoration.