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Bilingual book design showcasing a collection of anecdotes, discourses, and essays written by renowned Nanyang-style watercolor artist Chen Chong Swee, published by the National Gallery Singapore.
Client ational Gallery Singapore
Disciplines Book
Completed in 2027
Featured in Asia-Pacific Design No.13
Awarded D&AD Awards 2018 (UK)
—Wood Pencil

DFA Design for Asia Awards 2017 (HK)
—Merit Award<

Golden Pin Design Awards 2017 (TW)
—Design Mark
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By concealing within the fore edge of the book, Chen Chong Swee's sketches are uncovered and revealed upon pressing the book open, offering a distinctive experience when delving into the artist's essays and writings.
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Reverse-side of the book
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