Iron Graphics, Illustration and Visual Communication Design · 2020
Decorative Japanese Cord Icons Celebration Symbols
- A' Design Award 2020 Iron Winner in Graphics, Illustration and Visual Communication Design
- Awarded April 15, 2020
- CLIENT: Studio Mix
- Estimated Number of Design Views: 12,016
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About Decorative Japanese Cord Icons Celebration Symbols
Continuous Line icons with Japanese style lucky motifs. Inspired by the traditional Japanese Ornament made of Decorative Japanese cord. This icon features a continuous design, like a single stroke. Designed complex shapes into flat and simple shapes. Decorative Japanese cord, Which is a string to decorate gifts and envelopes. Even if there is no real thing, this icon can convey the feeling of celebration.
Press Kit
- Unique Properties
- Continuous and Lucky charm Icons with Decorative Japanese cord. Inspired by the traditional Japanese Ornament. This icon features a continuous design, like a single stroke. Designed complex shapes into flat and simple shapes. Expand the possibilities of simple Japanese culture.
- Tags
- icon, logo, graphic, design, japan
- Design Challenge
- Paid attention to the expression of the overlapping part of the line.
- Project Duration
- Started in 2014 and will continue.
- Research
- Balance of line weights within limited space
- Inspiration
- Inspired by the Japanese Traditional Ornament made of Decorative Japanese cord. It's a three-dimensional modeling that gives a sense of Japanese tradition. By creating a flat and simple, will expand the new possibilities of Japanese style. Decorative Japanese cord Which is a string to decorate gifts and envelopes. There are various designs for tying.
- Image Credits
- Image #1: Mizuho Suzuki, 2019
Image #2: Mizuho Suzuki, 2019
Image #3: Mizuho Suzuki, 2019
Image #4: Mizuho Suzuki, 2019
Image #5: Mizuho Suzuki, 2019 - Patents
- Copyrights belong to mizuho suzuki, 2019.
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Grand Interview about Decorative Japanese Cord Icons Celebration Symbols
Traditional Japanese cord ornaments are a common motif for Japanese-style celebrations. The idea for developing the symbol came to me when I was looking at gift envelopes with three-dimensional, ingeniously decorated knots in a store.
Started by stretching, transforming, and arranging the traditional knots that have been passed down since ancient times. I chose motifs from Japanese lucky charms. After that, it was a process of trial and error.
I had a hard time expressing the tightly packed parts. It may have been difficult to create it using actual cord, but I ignored that and prioritized the "atmosphere" of the appearance.
I don't know if people who are not familiar with Japanese culture would understand the feeling of celebration, but I'm sure Japanese people would understand. I think it's one of the cultural symbols that is ingrained in the DNA of the Japanese people.
The vision is still in the back of my mind, but unfortunately it's stalled. However, I haven't given up, so I'll continue to think about it.
I would be honored if I could be an attractive bridge between traditional crafts and modern graphic design. To be honest, I don't think it will have a big impact, but I think it will be a success if people can feel a sense of Japaneseness in it, even if it is far from the orthodox traditional crafts.
Accurate line thickness is important, but I don't pursue the realism (thickness) of a real piece. I design by trusting my own senses, making use of optical illusions.
To be honest, I don't know if I have made any contribution, but I would be honored if receiving the A'design Award has provided an opportunity for people from cultural backgrounds other than Japan to learn about one aspect of Japanese culture.
The meaning of the butterfly motif: immortality, beauty. Because a caterpillar turns into a chrysalis and then a beautiful butterfly, the butterfly motif has been a symbol of rebirth and immortality in Japan. The Japanese word for "butterfly" is pronounced the same as "long," so it also represents longevity.
I would like to continue expanding the concept, and challenge myself to create a design that is small enough to be used as an icon on social media, and that has a Japanese feel even though it is small.