Colour Tones
This project explores spatial relationships and design principles through observational analysis and creative reinterpretation of both 2D graphical and 3D physical spaces. Using the Bauhaus school as a foundational influence, the process involved in-depth visual analysis (Part A) and spatial exploration through conceptual inversion (Part B). The final outcome of this investigation is the Colour Tones poster, which reflects a contemporary take on cinematic design.
The poster was created for an annual film screening event celebrating Sydney’s emerging filmmakers. It captures the energy and wonder of cinema through playful typography, bold primary colours, and abstract shapes—paying homage to Bauhaus ideals while embracing a modern aesthetic. The lined, anaglyph-like background gives a subtle ‘film scratch’ texture, enhancing the visual narrative. This introduction sets the stage for the following pages, which detail the design journey—documenting sketches, research, material experimentation, and conceptual development that informed the final graphic outcome. This project was awarded a High Distinction and is now showcased as an exemplary submission for future cohorts in this mandatory UNSW design course.
Part A: Observation and Notation of Space
This section focuses on the visual analysis of two 2D graphic designs and two physical 3D spaces. Through observational sketches, photography, and material research, I explored key design elements such as line, form, tone, and texture to understand their narrative, emotional, and spatial impact.
Part B: Spatial Organisation and Relationships
This section examines spatial qualities through research and analysis of four spaces, exploring concepts like centralised and linear organisation. One 2D and one 3D space were then inverted—graphical to physical and vice versa—resulting in abstract conceptual models. The process was documented in a visual diary through sketches, studies, and photography.
