Panóptico de Actualidad Gráfica y Visual
What makes a good pattern design? “It depends entirely on what the pattern is being used for and how. We need to take into consideration the size at which it’ll be viewed and how it will be applied as certain production methods have colour or style limitations. There are obviously technical considerations such as seamless repeats and the integration of...
A’ Design Award & Competition is the world’s leading international annual juried competition for design. The A’ Design Accolades are organized in a wide range of creative fields to highlight the very best designers from all countries in all disciplines. Organized under various categories based on Locarno classification of economic sectors and industries — the A’ Architecture, Building and Structure...
“A good pattern is, first and foremost, a coherent and harmonious composition of its elements. Next, there should be an interesting form of the elements themselves in the pattern. And lastly, a correctly chosen colour palette.”...
What makes a good pattern design? “A pattern that you can keep on looking at. This doesn’t mean it has to be very intricate; it can be simple as well, as long as it stays intriguing over a longer amount of time.”...
“I always try to bring a story to life. Be it a packaging project, a poster design or a personal work, I want people to have a fun experience when looking at my creations. An artwork where people discover a story through playful details, vivid colours and joyful vibes.”...
“An appropriate scaling of the pattern elements is one of my main considerations when creating a new pattern. And it should have a meaning that relates to its surroundings. The elements of the pattern should work well together bringing a sense of balance and character to the designed surface. Colour, harmony, unique identity.”...
What makes a good pattern design? “The combination of a well-balanced colour palette and the use of simple shapes. Works every time.”...
“I’m much more interested in the line and contrasts than in colour. I use few tools, sometimes just a simple paint-brush. In Nature, even if we can recognise a plant by the shape of its leaves, these are not identical. I want to achieve a similar effect in my work. So a pattern, even repeated several times, will always include...
What do you see as a current trend in pattern design? “To combine patterns with other design trends: nostalgia, neon colours or gradients. Patterns tend to be eye-catching and heavy, so it’s important not to over-saturate a design with too many stimuli. If all the elements shout, you can’t hear anything properly.”...
“We don’t believe in norms. We use patterns as a visual communication direction, dictated as a proposed solution as it derives from research within the design process. Visual flow, repetition and harmony are key characteristics we look for, provoking interest and connection in terms of context.”...
What makes a good pattern design? “I’d say that it’s all in the balance. Since it’s going to be repeated seamlessly, you have to make sure the composition and colours work well enough to do so, as well as be smart about the size of the motifs so that you can use them to your advantage.”...
“Pattern design is simple but very fun way to play with bold shapes, colours and space. It encourages utilizing your space in the boldest way possible and features colours, shapes, tones and textures to create an over-the-top space. Conscious use of shapes can help send the right message to your brand.”...
