Craft as Time Capsule Book

The process of producing the book itself embodies the translation between physical and digital realms. The structure and layout are guided by a grid system, which is fundamental to both digital interfaces and traditional print design. Throughout the book, the grid is subtly revealed through pin lines that expose the underlying structure, while the analogue qualities are expressed through scanned imagery, handwritten script, and the tactile materiality of the paper.That said, I intentionally avoided emphasizing either the physical or the digital as the dominant perspective. The focus of the project is not the contrast between the two, but rather how artifacts—regardless of their medium—become living records of time, culture, and human activity. I wanted the design to remain neutral enough to reflect that ongoing process of preservation rather than favor one methodology over another.

The typographic combination reflects the evolution of communication technologies. Historically, each typeface emerged in response to changing functional needs and improvements in printing and reproduction. Over time, however, these typefaces also accumulated cultural associations that extend beyond their original purposes.I wanted to embrace both aspects. The typography serves as a subtle timeline of technological development while also acknowledging the meanings we have collectively attached to different visual languages. In that sense, typography itself becomes a preserved artifact—carrying both practical and cultural information—which aligns closely with the book's broader exploration of preservation.

The pandemic fundamentally changed how we interacted with both physical and digital environments. As much of our daily lives shifted online, we began relying on digital spaces not only for communication but also for connection, memory, and community. It made me think more deeply about how digital interactions themselves could become meaningful artifacts worth preserving.At the same time, the physical objects that emerged during that period naturally became historical records of an unprecedented moment. Face masks, "6 feet apart" signage, vaccination cards, and other everyday objects all became tangible evidence of a shared global experience.The pandemic highlighted both the limitations of physical spaces and the adaptability of digital platforms. More importantly, it revealed that preservation no longer belongs exclusively to either realm. That realization ultimately led me to document the research through both print and digital formats, allowing each medium to contribute something unique to the narrative.