2011 February « Four Fifths Design

These are beautiful limited edition boxes, fine papers and special prints for the development of Groovewear identity. The original logo is designed by Emil Kozak. I’m really digging the box’s front and inside golden ink applications. I’m generally not a fan of special foils, but the odd shape formed by the logo’s components split the golden shine up, making a more intricate and engaging visual. Both the box material and inside papers look slick as well.

February 16, 2011

The JP Huse Identity

Designer: JaHallo

For those unfamiliar, JaHallo is a small, seven person, creative studio possessing a wealth of knowledge and skill in design. The majority of their work deals with creating unique, and often corporate, identities on and off the internet. In this case, they’ve created a new look for JP Huse. This identity was created completely based on a geometric concept inspired by the houses JP Huse builds themselves. A modern website complete with all related print collateral was also provided. The work, including the website, is very clean, using only minimal color and organized in an understandable fashion.

February 15, 2011

The Deserted City

Designer: Kim Høltermand

This series, from Denmark’s freelance photographer Kim Høltermand, depicts the architecture and spaces involved in what seems to be a deserted city. These photos are both mysterious and intriguing. I enjoy that you can take what is being shown and manipulate it into your own story based on the fact that very little truth is presented as to location, material, purpose, etc with these architectural pieces. What’s even more interesting to me is the fact that Kim’s photography is a hobby…Kim works as a fingerprints expert in the Crime Scene Unit of the Danish National Police.

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February 11, 2011

Snow Monkeys of Japan

Designer: Ron Gessel

In the Jigokudani, located in the mountains of Nagano, there lives a creature known mostly as the Snow Monkey. These friendly monkeys are used to being around people so it’s no surprise they had no trouble going about their business for the camera. These photos are fascinating looks into the facial mannerisms of these creatures.

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February 9, 2011

Hotel Ambrose

Designer: Miklos Kiss

Miklos Kiss and Imprvd Design have teamed to create a brand revolving around an initial logotype created for the small Ambrose hotel, located in Montreal, Canada. The hotel occupies two 1910 Victorian style buildings which are the foundation behind the creation of a classic Victorian style inspired logotype. Other concepts based off the mark include wine bottles, door tag and other print collateral.

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Month: February, 2011

February 18, 2011

The Groovewear Artist Box