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Lance Francisco Receives the Bronze A' Design Award for Base Visual Identity in Graphics, Illustration and Visual Communication Design
Lance Francisco recognized for graphics, illustration and visual communication design by the international grand jury of the 2024 - 2025 A' Design Award & Competition
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COMO, Italy, April 19, 2025 /DesignNewswire/ A' Design Award & Competition has announced that Base Visual Identity by Lance Francisco has been granted the Bronze A' Design Award in the Graphics, Illustration and Visual Communication Design category. The award was conferred within the 2024 - 2025 A' Design Award & Competition and was decided through blind peer review by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members, who assessed 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 Base Visual Identity
Base is a visual identity for a brand of Chinese religious goods. The logo places the letter b within a woven structure inspired by Chinese knotting, an ancient folk art associated with unity and good fortune. Repeating woven patterns reflect the cyclical nature of belief. A palette of black, red and gold is calibrated for both print and digital use. The system includes a scalable logo, brand typography, custom patterns, packaging and website design. The aim is to keep tradition relevant for a new generation.
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
This recognition makes Lance Francisco a winner of 2 A' Design Awards. The awards span the editions from 2023 - 2024 to 2024 - 2025 of the A' Design Award & Competition.
About the A' Graphics, Illustration and Visual Communication Design Award
The A' Graphic Design Award is an international graphic design competition recognizing good graphic designs by best creative agencies and designers worldwide. The competition is organized within the A' Design Award & Competition and is open to graphic designers, communication designers, graphic artists and illustrators from all countries. Entries typically include logos, posters, infographics, brochures, packaging designs and business cards. Awarded graphic designs are published at https://dezigners.org/design-category/graphics
About A' Design Award & Competition
A' Design Award & Competition is an international, juried design accolade organized annually since 2008. The competition is open to entries from all countries. The A' Design Award has a philanthropic mission 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. Entries are peer reviewed and anonymously evaluated 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. The A' Design Prize granted to eligible laureates 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, the upload of a work and the 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. Further information is available at https://competition.adesignaward.com
Press Resources
- Winner Page: https://dezigners.org/169785
- A' Design Award Page: https://competition.adesignaward.com/169785
- Media Showcase: https://www.designnewsroom.com/!169785
- Laureate Profile: https://dezigners.org/d/348429
- Further Information from the Laureate: https://www.basegen.sg/
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Fact Sheet
The Work
- Project
- Base Visual Identity
- Function
- Visual Identity
- Category
- Graphics, Illustration and Visual Communication Design
- Discipline
- Communication Design
- Industry
- Branding & Advertising and Arts
- Colors
- Dark Gray, Silver, Firebrick, Light Gray and Gray
- Images
- 5
The Recognition
- Laureate
- Lance Francisco
- Country
- China
- Recognition
- Bronze A' Design Award
- Edition
- 2024 - 2025
- Design ID
- #169785
Design Details
- Unique Properties
- Base’ visual identity modernizes Chinese religious goods while staying true to cultural heritage. The logo subtly incorporates the letter "b" within a woven structure inspired by Chinese knotting, symbolizing continuity and legacy. Repetitive patterns reflect the cyclical nature of belief, where beginnings and endings are intertwined. A refined color palette of black, red, and gold balances elegance with tradition, creating a distinctive, meaningful, and contemporary brand presence.
- Inspiration
- The design draws inspiration from the intricate craft of Chinese knotting, an ancient folk art deeply rooted in Buddhism and Taoism, symbolizing unity and good fortune. This motif reflects the interconnectedness of tradition and modernity, aligning with Base' mission to preserve cultural heritage while adapting to contemporary design sensibilities. By reinterpreting traditional patterns with a modern aesthetic, the identity system bridges generations, ensuring cultural relevance.
- Research
- The research combined cultural studies, consumer insights, and material exploration. The objective was to modernize Chinese religious goods while respecting tradition. Methods included analyzing historical artifacts, conducting interviews with religious practitioners, and studying contemporary design trends. Insights revealed a gap in the market for a refined, modern approach. The resulting identity system bridges heritage and contemporary aesthetics, making traditional products relevant to today’s audience.
- Challenge
- The main challenge was balancing cultural authenticity with modern aesthetics. Traditional religious goods often feature intricate, ornate designs, while contemporary branding leans toward minimalism. Finding a middle ground required deep research into historical motifs and modern design principles. Another challenge was ensuring the design resonated across generations, from older practitioners to younger consumers seeking a refined, meaningful connection to their heritage.
- Realization and Technology
- The visual identity was developed using a combination of digital design and traditional cultural research. The logo and patterns were created using vector-based design software, ensuring precision and scalability. A modern woven-style graphic system was developed to mirror the cyclical nature of Chinese traditions. The color palette was carefully calibrated for both digital and print applications, maintaining consistency across packaging, website, and brand materials.
- Operation and Interaction
- The identity system is designed for seamless integration across touchpoints, creating a cohesive brand experience. The woven pattern and color palette ensure immediate recognition, while the scalable logo adapts to various formats without losing clarity. The packaging enhances the ritual experience by balancing tradition with modern aesthetics, making religious goods more visually appealing and accessible for a new generation.
- Project Duration and Location
- The project began in August 2024 and was developed in Shanghai, China for Singapore.
- Specifications
- The visual identity system includes a scalable logo, brand typography, custom woven-style patterns, and a defined color palette. Applications span digital and physical formats, including packaging, website design, business applications, and environmental branding. Typography is optimized for both print and screen, ensuring legibility. The packaging specifications adhere to material guidelines, balancing durability with environmental responsibility.
- Keywords
- Chinese religious goods, modern tradition, visual identity, cultural branding, packaging design, woven patterns, heritage meets modern, brand identity, Base Genesis, Singapore design
