Taichung Public Library Merkidentiteit by Yichun Lin

Taichung Public Library Merkidentiteit by Yichun Lin is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2023 A' Design Award in Brons in Grafisch, Illustratie en Visuele Communicatie Ontwerp Competition Category.

BronsGrafisch· 2023

Taichung Public Library Merkidentiteit

by Yichun Lin

Client: Yichun Lin Design

A' Design Award in Brons Winner in Grafisch Category

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The Design

About Taichung Public Library Merkidentiteit

Als het eerste gebouw in Taiwan dat een kunstmuseum en een bibliotheek combineert, richt de creatie van het merksysteem van de Openbare Bibliotheek van Taichung zich op de samensmelting van natuur en beschaving. De ontwerpfilosofie benadrukt de naadloze integratie van moderne architectuur met natuurlijke elementen en heeft tot doel een gevoel van frisheid en nieuwsgierigheid op te roepen. Het brandingsysteem bevordert een sfeer die bezoekers aanmoedigt om zich te verdiepen in de diverse culturele ervaringen die de bibliotheek biedt en te genieten van de balans tussen de hedendaagse beschaving en de rust van het bos.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award in Brons

Taichung Public Library Merkidentiteit is winnaar van de A' Design Award in Brons, een hoogst prestigieuze erkenning die wordt toegekend aan uitstekende ontwerpen die zich onderscheiden door creativiteit, vindingrijkheid en scherpzinnigheid. Winnaars in Brons zijn ruimschoots vaardige en opvallend creatieve artefacten die de grote ervaring, verbeelding en het vernuft van hun ontwerpers bevestigen. Taichung Public Library Merkidentiteit wordt verwacht een hooggewaardeerd, bewonderd en gekoesterd object te zijn dat opmerkelijk professioneel en innovatief is. Dit ontwerp dat de A' Design Award in Brons heeft gewonnen, verwerkt de beste praktijken in kunst, wetenschap, ontwerp en technologie en is uitstekend door zijn aandacht voor detail. Taichung Public Library Merkidentiteit bevredigt schitterend behoeften, raakt verlangens, charmeert gevoelens en spreekt de nieuwsgierigheid aan.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties: The designer uses graphics in blocks as the primary design element, incorporating books and the Chinese character "Chung", and aligning with the building's square design. The Logo's undulating pattern suggests flexibility, like diving into an ocean of books. Green represents nature and growth, fitting with the Library's mission. Meanwhile, the black block provides visual contrast and suggests stability and authority, reflecting the Library's role as a reliable source of knowledge.
Dimensions & Packaging: Minimum size of logo: 35mm x 6.5mm
Tags: Visual Identity, Logo, Branding, Graphics, Printed Matter
Production Technology: All the graphics were created and designed with Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
Design Challenge: As the Library's anticipated opening is still several years away in 2025, the designer faces the challenge of limited information to inform the design process. This lack of data poses significant difficulties and requires the designer to think creatively and imaginatively to craft a design that accurately captures the essence and identity of the Library. Additionally, the designer must remain adaptable to any changes that may arise in the intervening years, ensuring that the final design remains relevant and effective upon the Library's opening.
Research: The black block is strategically placed on the upper side of the Logo, where the Library's position is relative to the park. The Chinese wordmark is set in Noto Sans, while the English wordmark uses Avenir. To ensure visual consistency and alignment with the Logo, the designer modified the proportion and details of the wordmark. The block-shaped graphic element is carefully integrated with the library building's square design, emphasizing the relationship between the brand and its physical space.
Inspiration: The design was inspired by the concept of "Library in the Park, Art Museum in the Forest". The brand system focuses on the fusion of "nature" and "civilization". The Logo draws inspiration from books and the Chinese character "Chung" from Taichung. The architectural appearance was also a source of inspiration, with the Library standing tall amidst the forest, blending natural and cultural elements. It allows one to experience the influence of modern civilization while being surrounded by the pristine nature of the woods.
Project Duration: December 2020 to January 2021, Taiwan
Operation Flow: The wordmark can be customized and used as exterior signage, depending on the branch name. The Logo can be applied to the library merchandise. With the extension of the graphic units and color palette, identification can be present on various products and official documents with the system.
Team Members: Art Director: Yichun Lin
Image Credits: Photographer Keith Camiller, 2017
Photographer Ryunosuke Kikuno, 2020
Photographer Gabriel Sollmann, 2018
Photographer Aarón Blanco Tejedor, 2017