A study of mimetic architecture
This is a research book in China dedicated to the study of mimetic architecture. To echo the content of the research, the designer adopted design strategies similar to mimetic architecture in the book design. The design inspiration for the Duck Shell originates from the Long Island Duck architectural concept mentioned in Venturi’s Learning from Las Vegas. The unevenness created by hand modeling and the effort to imitate the form pay homage to the amateur but passionate construction of mimetic architecture owners. The Blue Zine is created using a series of recycled materials in the studio. Different from standardized industrial products, each Blue Zine bears different production traces and content. This book is not confined by the industry’s definition of good design on a technical level, nor does it follow visual trends. However, it achieves effective and concise communication, which is what design works should aim for. It reflects the theme in a simple and direct way, and from the research content of the book to the design concept and the final presentation, it achieves a high level of alignment. This synergy between content and design can also be seen as an example of a designer as an author and an author as a designer. Moreover, it lacks the replicability of mass-produced goods. Its expression is free, yet it does not lose the completeness of commercial design and the politeness and respect for the readers. The long production time and customized attention to each book not only embody the humane warmth of handmade non-standard products but also convey the designer’s sincerity and passion for this book. Its cute appearance conveys joy and a sense of humor, while also bridging the distance between the book and the reader.
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This is a research book in China dedicated to the study of mimetic architecture. To echo the content of the research, the designer adopted design strategies similar to mimetic architecture in the book design. The design inspiration for the Duck Shell originates from the Long Island Duck architectural concept mentioned in Venturi’s Learning from Las Vegas. The unevenness created by hand modeling and the effort to imitate the form pay homage to the amateur but passionate construction of mimetic architecture owners. The Blue Zine is created using a series of recycled materials in the studio. Different from standardized industrial products, each Blue Zine bears different production traces and content. This book is not confined by the industry’s definition of good design on a technical level, nor does it follow visual trends. However, it achieves effective and concise communication, which is what design works should aim for. It reflects the theme in a simple and direct way, and from the research content of the book to the design concept and the final presentation, it achieves a high level of alignment. This synergy between content and design can also be seen as an example of a designer as an author and an author as a designer. Moreover, it lacks the replicability of mass-produced goods. Its expression is free, yet it does not lose the completeness of commercial design and the politeness and respect for the readers. The long production time and customized attention to each book not only embody the humane warmth of handmade non-standard products but also convey the designer’s sincerity and passion for this book. Its cute appearance conveys joy and a sense of humor, while also bridging the distance between the book and the reader.
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This is a research book in China dedicated to the study of mimetic architecture. To echo the content of the research, the designer adopted design strategies similar to mimetic architecture in the book design. The design inspiration for the Duck Shell originates from the Long Island Duck architectural concept mentioned in Venturi’s Learning from Las Vegas. The unevenness created by hand modeling and the effort to imitate the form pay homage to the amateur but passionate construction of mimetic architecture owners. The Blue Zine is created using a series of recycled materials in the studio. Different from standardized industrial products, each Blue Zine bears different production traces and content. This book is not confined by the industry’s definition of good design on a technical level, nor does it follow visual trends. However, it achieves effective and concise communication, which is what design works should aim for. It reflects the theme in a simple and direct way, and from the research content of the book to the design concept and the final presentation, it achieves a high level of alignment. This synergy between content and design can also be seen as an example of a designer as an author and an author as a designer. Moreover, it lacks the replicability of mass-produced goods. Its expression is free, yet it does not lose the completeness of commercial design and the politeness and respect for the readers. The long production time and customized attention to each book not only embody the humane warmth of handmade non-standard products but also convey the designer’s sincerity and passion for this book. Its cute appearance conveys joy and a sense of humor, while also bridging the distance between the book and the reader.
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