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The Literary Centre

 

Background

Established in 2003, The Literary Centre is an independent non-profit organisation committed to building a socially-conscious literary community in Singapore. Supported by philanthropic contributions, the organisation incubates and develops literacy and literary projects that addresses contemporary issues.

The Brief

I was tasked to create a comprehensive brand guideline for the organisation inclusive of a new logo design.

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Design Process

Logo design

The winged rabbit was chosen to the icon of the organisation. From Japanese tale of The Rabbit in the Moon, a generous rabbit offered to sacrifice itself to feed a beggar, and for their kindness is rewarded with immortality as a celestial being on the moon. 

 

The winged rabbit is designed to a symbol of the power of gentleness and grace. It leaps ahead, body fully extended, eyes and ears alert and attentive but without fear.
In homage to famed designer Eric Gill's Pegasus for Poetry Foundation, the wood-cut, hand-made look was a conscious choice.

 Namecard

Alternate Colour Schemes

Blue

Palette: Dark blue, white and off-white
Embossed name-card with rose gold foiling

Brown

Palette: Nude browns, white and grey
Embossed card with rose gold foiling

 

Final Design