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Six Pandas Cultural and Creative Design

Zhaocheng He Cultural and Creative Design Giftware Friday, 9 October 2026

Six Pandas

The brand logo extracts the cute and honest appearance of pandas in its design, using overlapping and shared techniques. Three pandas, either lying or sitting, form six complete pandas through the flexion and extension of their legs and feet. The logo graphics have been continuously arranged in multiple ways and transformed into exclusive patterns for the six panda brands. Fashionable product design, loved and purchased by consumers.

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Not Always Fun Print Ad

Yana Okoliyska Print Ad Social Thursday, 8 October 2026

Not Always Fun

The ad campaign aims to raise awareness about Harlequin syndrome. This is a syndrome affecting the autonomic nervous system and is associated with absence of sweating and flushing of skin on one side of the face. The agency developed key visual illustrations which are based on the juxtaposition of the different representations of harlequin aiming to shed light on the disparity between the comical representation of the character and the reality of living with Harlequin syndrome, emphasizing the need for greater understanding and awareness of the condition.

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Bishan Bookstore

Zhao Yunhai Bookstore Cultural Heritage Wednesday, 7 October 2026

Bishan

Bishan is a bookstore set inside a former ancestral hall in Bishan Village, Yi County, Anhui. The hall, a Wang family shrine, was built more than 230 years ago during the Qing Dynasty. The project covers 420 square meters and adapts a protected historic building to present-day cultural use. Natural materials such as wood, bamboo and stone shape the interior, while the bookcase wall is finished in white rammed earth. Cement board supports the bookcase wall and limits damage caused by ground moisture. The form of the bookcase wall recalls painted screens and frames a central reading area.

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Spiral ECO3 Recyclable Christmas Tree

Naomi Langerak Recyclable Christmas Tree Sustainable Product Tuesday, 6 October 2026

Spiral ECO3

The Spiral Christmas Eco3 is the first artificial tree made entirely from 100 percent recyclable materials that is completely recyclable at the same time. Unlike traditional models that combine plastic and steel, this design features a patented spiral frame made from recycled, fire retardant pet plastic. It flat packs to reduce co2 emissions, assembles in under a minute, and includes USB-C powered lights with international plugs. Compact, sustainable, and easy to store, it offers a modern, planet friendly alternative to conventional holiday trees.

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PowerBox Wanja Learning Materials

VISANG Learning Materials Education Monday, 5 October 2026

PowerBox Wanja

Powerbox Wanja is a study book series designed for elementary school students. The series applies the Powerbox Learning Method, in which learning concepts are split into small parts placed inside square frames. Twenty books cover all elementary school grades, and each subject is given a separate color for easier recognition. Cube-shaped characters appear on the covers, and four books form a large cube shape when combined. Paper toy kits are included, so learners can build cube figures, an activity that supports spatial cognition and holds interest.

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Playful Hut Interactive Packaging

Shenzhen Hello Tech Energy Co.,Ltd Interactive Packaging Sustainable Product Sunday, 4 October 2026

Playful Hut

Playful Hut is reusable packaging designed for a large energy storage product. The packaging is made from biodegradable corrugated and honeycomb cardboard, which provides load bearing strength and cushioning during transport. Tongue-and-slot connections replace glue and plastic. Easy-tear perforations allow users to open hollow spaces and remove paper blocks, so the outer box becomes a playhouse and the inner tray becomes toy furniture. The box unfolds on four sides for easier handling. The aim is to reduce material waste and extend the useful life of packaging.

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Designer Highlight of the Day

Designer Highlight of the DaySpecial CoverageFriday, 2 October 2026

Leading Designers, Star Architects and Top Innovators.

Every great design begins with a remarkable creative mind. Everyday, we put the spotlight on an exceptional designer, star architect, creative leader or innovator whose work stands out. Explore award-winning portfolios, notable projects and career achievements of leading creators worldwide. Visit us daily to discover talented people and get inspired by their original works.

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