Day of Design

Day of Design

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

 

Slimram

Slimram is packaging for a probiotic supplement intended for waist slimming in women. The box shape follows the curve of a female waist, so the product function is shown in a direct way. Varied patterns on the surface refer to changes in the human microbiome. The brand blue is combined with bright secondary colors. The box is made of recyclable PET and measures 80 by 39 by 160 millimeters. Laser hot stamping and embossing are applied to the surface. The design aims to set the product apart from standard probiotic cartons.

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Maquera

In the heart of Ardeche, a secluded region in France, an infused liquor bottle is born. Maquera's packaging forges a direct connection with enthusiasts, introducing a container intentionally designed for a new homemade infusion after enjoying its original contents. A replaceable label overlaps a screen print, creating an asymmetry. Crafted from durable materials, it becomes infinitely reusable. This approach addresses consumer concerns, making the product stand out on the shelf while being entirely sustainable.

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Ling Lie Vodka

Ling Lie Vodka is a bottle packaging design created for a white spirit produced in Qionglai, Sichuan. The form is inspired by the Xiling Snow Mountains, where the raw materials originate. A corrugated texture recalls rock surfaces and Chinese ink painting. The bottle is made of highly translucent crystalline white glass, with a screen printed cap and a label finished with gold and silver stamping on environmentally friendly paper. Slim curved lines improve grip, and the slender neck limits the air entering the bottle, so the spirit can be stored and served several times.

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Jiao Yu Gin

Jiao Yu Gin is a packaging design created for a gin made in Sichuan, China. The azure blue glass bottle has a slender curved body with bamboo weaving reliefs on the surface. The reliefs refer to the bamboo weaving culture of the Sichuan and Chongqing regions. The relief surface gives a comfortable grip and a layered sense of touch. A biodegradable bamboo paper label presents the product information in a clear layout with contrasting colours. An oak cork seals the bottle and allows the bottle to be closed again after each serving. The glass, label and cork can be recycled.

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Blooming Flowers Seeking

Blooming Flowers Seeking is a cosmetic gift box inspired by traditional Chinese culture and by the collections of the Palace Museum. The cases are made from porcelain white sheet material and carry a hexagonal dragon emblem with gold trimmed edges. Motifs of palace cats, butterflies and peach blossoms decorate the set. The lipstick and mascara tubes have three dimensional embossed patterns that resist slips and fingerprints. The drawer style interior reveals a scroll with cloud and ocean wave patterns. A built in mirror and a leather handle make the box easy to carry.

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Shede Spirit Oriental Wisdom

Shede Spirit Oriental Wisdom is a gift box created for a Chinese spirits product. The design links the brand with Weiqi, the board game also known as Go. The spirits bottles are shaped like black and white Weiqi stones, and the rounded forms are comfortable to hold. Opening the box reveals a classic Weiqi game shown in graphic form. Weiqi stone bowls and a Weiqi board are included, so the game can be played while the spirits are enjoyed. The box is made of kraft paper corrugated board to limit material waste.

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