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Lance Francisco Is Honored with the Bronze A' Design Award for Kurimu Ice Cream Packaging Design in Packaging Design
Lance Francisco acknowledged for packaging design by the international grand jury of the 2023 - 2024 A' Design Award & Competition
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COMO, Italy, April 21, 2024 /DesignNewswire/ Kurimu Ice Cream Packaging Design by Lance Francisco has been granted the Bronze A' Design Award in the Packaging Design category, A' Design Award & Competition has announced. The result belongs to the 2023 - 2024 A' Design Award & Competition and was determined through blind peer review by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members, who evaluated anonymized entries against predetermined criteria.
About the Bronze A' Design Award
The Bronze A' Design Award is given to outstanding designs that showcase a high degree of creativity and practicality. It recognizes the dedication and skill of designers who produce work that stands out for its thoughtful development and innovative use of materials and technology. These designs are acknowledged for their professional execution and potential to influence industry standards positively. Winning this award highlights the designer's ability to blend form and function effectively, offering solutions that enhance people's lives and wellbeing.
More About Kurimu Ice Cream Packaging Design
Kurimu is a packaging design for premium ice cream sold in pint containers. The design reflects Japanese minimalism, with a simple illustration for each flavor. Durable paperboard was selected for strength, and the illustrations were created with digital software. Offset printing was used to keep the colors consistent, and prototypes were tested for functionality. The restrained layout keeps attention on the product while still presenting the needed information. The result supports the artisanal character of the brand.
About Lance Francisco
Lance Francisco is an art director and designer based in Shanghai with 10 years of experience under his belt. His career started in the Philippines and it eventually lead him to Shanghai. Lance’s exposure to various multinational and global accounts has honed his skills in providing his clients creative and successful 360 marketing solutions. He has created campaigns for numerous notable brands such as Pepsi, Snickers, Castrol, Greenpeace, Bose, and Netflix, which have been recognized in international award shows like The One Show, Clio, Spikes Asia, AdStars, and Effies APAC. He has also won two major international young creative competitions.
Award Record
Lance Francisco is a winner of 1 A' Design Award, including this recognition.
About the A' Packaging Design Award
The A' Packaging Design Award is an international packaging competition that recognizes outstanding packaging designs by talented packaging designers worldwide. It is organized within the A' Design Award & Competition and is open to packaging designers, graphic designers, branding agencies and product manufacturers from all countries. Typical entries include bottles, boxes, cans, pouches, tubes and cartons. The awarded packaging designs are published at https://dezigners.org/design-category/packaging
About A' Design Award & Competition
Organized annually since 2008, A' Design Award & Competition is an international, juried design accolade. The competition is open to entries from all countries. The philanthropic mission of the A' Design Award is to advance society through good design, by recognizing and promoting superior products, projects and services that benefit society, and by creating a global awareness and appreciation for good design practices and principles. Nominations are peer reviewed and evaluated anonymously by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members against predetermined criteria such as functionality, ergonomics, engineering, presentation, innovation, usability, sustainability and technology, with score normalization applied to remove biases. Awards are conferred at Platinum, Gold, Silver, Bronze and Iron levels. Eligible laureates receive the A' Design Prize, which includes the award trophy, the certificate of design excellence, the hardcover yearbook, a lifetime license to use the A' Design Award winner logo, exhibition of awarded works, an invitation to the gala night and award ceremony in Italy, inclusion in the World Design Rankings and Designer Rankings, and public relations and publicity services. Registration, uploading a work and receiving a preliminary score are free of charge, and Professional and Digital Edition laureates are not contractually obliged to pay further fees to claim the A' Design Prize. More information is available at https://competition.adesignaward.com
Press Resources
- Winner Page: https://dezigners.org/158814
- A' Design Award Page: https://competition.adesignaward.com/158814
- Media Showcase: https://www.designnewsroom.com/!158814
- Laureate Profile: https://dezigners.org/d/348429
- Further Information from the Laureate: https://lancefrancisco.com/
Media Contact
Giulia Ferrari, Press Office
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+39 031 4491953
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Fact Sheet
The Work
- Project
- Kurimu Ice Cream Packaging Design
- Function
- Packaging Design
- Category
- Packaging Design
- Discipline
- Communication Design
- Industry
- Packaging & Retail, Branding & Advertising and Manufacturing
- Colors
- Gainsboro, Light Gray, Silver, Dark Gray and Black
- Images
- 5
The Recognition
- Laureate
- Lance Francisco
- Country
- China
- Recognition
- Bronze A' Design Award
- Edition
- 2023 - 2024
- Design ID
- #158814
Design Details
- Unique Properties
- Kurimu's packaging embodies Japanese minimalism with flavor-centric illustrations. This fusion of tradition and modernity elevates Kurimu to a premium brand, enhancing the consumer experience and reinforcing its artisanal image.
- Inspiration
- The inspiration for this project came from Japanese minimalist culture and aesthetics, reflecting Kurimu's premium quality and vision. Extensive research into Japanese design philosophy guided the project, resulting in a harmonious fusion of visual appeal and brand essence.
- Research
- Market research and design analysis were conducted to understand ice cream packaging preferences and create a design aligning with the brand's vision and target audience. Competitor analysis and cultural semiotics provided insights into consumer behavior and design trends. This informed approach resulted in a unique packaging design enhancing brand recognition, consumer engagement, and sales.
- Challenge
- The creative challenge was distinguishing minimalism from oversimplification. Balancing simplicity while conveying essential information without excessive reduction was key. Careful consideration of design elements like typography and iconography maintained visual appeal and informativeness. Iterative testing and feedback refined the design, effectively showcasing Kurimu's premium handcrafted ice cream while embodying minimalism.
- Realization and Technology
- Kurimu's packaging blends traditional and modern techniques. Durable paperboard was chosen for quality, while digital software crafted minimalist illustrations capturing each flavor. Precision offset printing ensured consistent colors, and prototypes were rigorously tested for functionality. This comprehensive approach delivered a visually stunning and cohesive packaging experience for Kurimu ice cream.
- Operation and Interaction
- Interacting with Kurimu's packaging is intuitive and engaging. Customers are drawn to the minimalist design and unique flavor illustrations. Opening the packaging brings anticipation and delight, enhanced by quality materials. The simplicity keeps focus on the ice cream, creating a seamless and enjoyable experience.
- Project Duration and Location
- The project started in August 2020 in Manila, Philippines.
- Specifications
- Label: Top width & diameter 284mm x Bottom width & diameter 229mm x height 90mm Top Label: Diameter 93mm
- Keywords
- Kurimu, Ice Cream, Packaging Design, Japanese, Minimalism, Premium, Artisanal, Minimalist, Culture, Pint
