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Ggaedok Study Supplement

Mirae-N Design Team Study Supplement Education Tuesday, 15 September 2026

Ggaedok

Ggaedok is a brand identity for a series of Korean language study supplements. The name Ggaedok is an acronym of the Korean phrase Ggaewooja Dokhaeryuk, which refers to awakening confidence and reading comprehension. The logo combines the name with quotation marks, chosen because their shape resembles Korean consonants and vowels. Color foils in selected Pantone colors highlight parts of the quotation marks, and matte coating increases their visibility. Characters printed in the vocabulary book and the reading comprehension book add interest for students.

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Maples Workout Educational Storybook

Bruno Oro Educational Storybook Social Monday, 14 September 2026

Maples Workout

Maples Workout is a childrens storybook that makes rehabilitation engaging and approachable. Through the adventures of Maple, a teddy bear, the narrative addresses the challenges young readers face during medical appointments. With vibrant illustrations and relatable characters, the book educates children about the rehabilitation process. By providing a relatable storyline, it aims to reduce anxiety and foster a positive mindset, enhancing children's experiences in healthcare settings while promoting understanding and cooperation during rehabilitation.

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Krastsvetmet Gifts Souvenir Ingots

Proektmarketing +1 Souvenir Ingots Giftware Sunday, 13 September 2026

Krastsvetmet Gifts

Krastsvetmet Gifts is a series of souvenir gold ingots offered as an alternative to a gift of money. Three collections were developed. One collection uses geometric shapes based on abstract painting and Art Nouveau forms. Another collection presents abstract patterns that recall a water surface, tree bark and clouds. The third collection shows the Russian coat of arms and the crown of the Russian Empire and suits corporate gifts. The ingots are made of pure gold and placed in cardboard and plastic packaging. The design adapts to different sizes.

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A Garden for All Type Design

Danne Ojeda Type Design Education Saturday, 12 September 2026

A Garden for All

This project is an educational project. It was an assignment on Typography Design given to tertiary education students from the School of Art, Design and Media, NTU, Singapore. The assignment was for each student to design Drop Caps as a font family. The outcome was multiple font families created by students and inspired on the flora, fauna, and unique features of the Singapore Botanic Gardens. From this, the best Drop Caps were printed in the book A Garden For All, published by the editorial Epigram Books in Singapore.

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Sustenta Bathroom Toilet

Helvex S.A. de C.V. - Manuel Martínez Bathroom Toilet Sustainable Product Friday, 11 September 2026

Sustenta

Sustenta is a 2 piece toilet that aims to redefine eco-consciousness. It sets a new standard in water conservation by using 2.5 liters (0.66 gallons) per flush, which is lower than the actual ecologic toilets that range from 3.5L to 4.8L. This represents a reduction of up to 60 percent in water usage, marking a viable option for day a day sustainability. Recognizing the importance of water conservation and toilet functionality, Sustenta delivers a new toilet experience that also contributes to the preservation of one of the planet's key resource.

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CoDe Italian Design Museum

Adam D. Tihany and Matteo Vercelloni Italian Design Museum Cultural Heritage Thursday, 10 September 2026

CoDe

CoDe is a design museum located on board a cruise ship. The museum presents 470 exhibits of Italian design from the 1930s to the present, including furnishings, fashion items and everyday objects. CoDe covers 400 square meters in a high traffic area between two entertainment venues. The layout is built around a walking path portal formed by a series of stainless steel arches lit from the inside. Guests can cross the space as a corridor or step aside to view the displays on each side, which encourages repeated visits.

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