Day of Design

Day of Design

Day of Design featuring great design, architecture, fashion, graphics and innovation from across the globe.

 

Jinsha Lingyun

Jinsha Lingyun is a packaging design for a liquor bottle. The bottle is made of black biodegradable ceramic and measures 80 millimeters in diameter and 230 millimeters in height. The outer box is made from discarded sawdust and tree bark. The cap is made of crystal material. Illustrated original fonts, mountain and water patterns, drip patterns and annual rings refer to Guizhou culture and traditional brewing scenes. The bottle form recalls obsidian stone. The design reflects green development and respect for nature.

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Elixir

Elixir is packaging created for a 20 year old Port wine. The design presents the wine as a concentrated extract that has been carefully preserved, recalling the legend of Casillero del Diablo, in which a fortified wine is guarded by the Devil. The letter X acts as a seal and signature. The front label is printed on dark grey self-adhesive paper with a fabric texture, using ten special colors, gold foil, embossing and varnish. The rigid double door box holds a drawer with a stopper for use after uncorking. A red satin ribbon recalls the history of the brand.

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Tao Hua Ji

Tao Hua Ji is a gift box packaging design for a snack that helps nourish the skin and is aimed at women. A three dimensional blooming pink peach blossom serves as the main visual element, reflecting the brand name and the brand visual assets. Gilding and relief printing give the petals a layered texture that stays visible from a distance on crowded store shelves. A handle allows easy carrying, so the box suits gift giving. Inside, a transparent PET layer is printed with patterns and the key product features.

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Eco Guard

Eco Guard is a sustainable packaging design that carries an environmental message. The graphics show a visual contrast between thriving and damaged natural habitats, making environmental impact easier to understand. Recyclable corrugated paper and soy based inks are used. Standard die cut and folding processes allow production on existing lines without added cost. Paper based inserts replace plastic parts and protect the contents. The opening sequence guides users through a short visual story, adding education without extra material.

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Moutai 1935

Moutai 1935 is packaging for a Chinese distilled spirit from Guizhou province. The glass bottle carries relief patterns on a red background, showing golden scenes of salt sellers and liquor trade in Moutai town. The patterns are inspired by traditional Chinese genre paintings. Three circles of golden ripples are embossed on the bottle shoulder. The relief surface is finished with a glaze spray, which improves grip and touch. The zinc alloy cap uses a broken dentiform structure as an anti counterfeit measure. The gift box is made from recyclable and biodegradable chipboard.

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The Mulong

The Mulong is a packaging design for a single malt Irish whiskey. The bottle and its presentation box are inspired by the Chinese Year of the Wood Dragon. Mahogany components refer to the casks used for the whiskey, while metallic trims follow traditional Chinese patterns. The top of the bottle forms a temple shape, and the closure must be rotated into a set pattern to open. A hidden key unlocks the box, where doors, sliding partitions and two drawers hold the glasses, coasters and accessories. The design creates a slow reveal and a gradual discovery.

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