Wrap It Up

A new approach on packaging design, which includes materials, structure and an appendix with packaging die cut patterns. This book's aim is to present examples in which packaging is used in a novel and outstanding way in terms of material and structure. It features many different classic and new packaging materials, and provides an overview on the application of these materials in packaging. In addition, as one of the essentials, structures play a significant role in the process of packaging. A good packaging design infuses new blood into the product, as well as sparking consumers' interest in exploring the product it conceals. The publication discusses fundamental issues relating to packaging structure and showcases innovative packaging design.

Auteur

Wang Shaoqiang is a professor at the Guangzhou Academy of Fine Arts (China) and Doctoral Supervisor at the College of Arts and Humanities of the Macau University of Science and Technology. He is a prolific editor whose titles focus on design, art and life. He is also the editor of Design 360° magazine and the Asia-Pacific Design yearbook. He has been invited to lecture at numerous universities, design academies and organizations, and he has been a jury member for China's most prestigious design and illustration awards.