Passport Knitskin Passport cover by Alex King

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DESIGN DETAILS

DESIGN NAME:
Passport Knitskin

PRIMARY FUNCTION:
Passport cover

INSPIRATION:
Our goal is to create a passport holder that fills a gap in market; we find most existing options to be dull and made from plastic. Unlike conventional passport holders, IT is crafted from sustainable, anti-bacterial yarn. It features eco-friendly cellulose fiber enriched with zinc oxide—an essential trace element known for its protective, antibacterial and nurturing skin. Additionally, ultra-elastic band helps travelers keep their personal documents organized and secure horizontally &vertically

UNIQUE PROPERTIES / PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
PASSPORT KNITSKIN offers individuals chance to engage with new cultures and perspectives, enhancing their understanding of themselves and the world. This initiative also positions Hong Kong (HK) as an appealing travel destination. Design features a striking visual element inspired by the unique patterns found in the fixed hawker areas of Sham Shui Po (SSP), Hong Kong, creatively incorporates urban landscape of HK. Fluorescent yellow will stand out in the dark, making it distinctive.

OPERATION / FLOW / INTERACTION:
We spent 5 months to conduct qualitative research study and participatory design workshop in order to explore the content and design details to be included in this present collaborative project, as we aim to promote active travelling and offers individuals chances to engage with new cultures and perspectives, enhancing their understanding of themselves and the world. Design features an iconic, striking visual element inspired by the unique patterns found in the fixed hawker areas of Sham Shui Po (SSP), which is also the new location of Hong Kong Design Centre. It creatively incorporates the latitude of Hong Kong International Airport and urban landscape of Hong Kong (concrete jungle). Fluorescent yellow is designed to stand out in the dark,making it distinctive.

PROJECT DURATION AND LOCATION:
This project lasts for 5 months, designed and manufactured in Hong Kong by local artisan.

PRODUCTION / REALIZATION TECHNOLOGY:
PASSPORT KNITSKIN stands out in the market due to its originality. During the research and development phase, our design team experimented with various materials before selecting SMARTCEL Sensitive—an eco-friendly cellulose fiber enriched with zinc oxide, which offers protective, antibacterial, and nurturing benefits. We also chose Lyocell Seacell, a patented eco-friendly fiber derived from natural seaweed, produced through a sustainable closed-loop method that generates no chemical waste and is 100% biodegradable.

SPECIFICATIONS / TECHNICAL PROPERTIES:
Product size: 110mm x 160mm x 5mm (depth)

TAGS:
knit art, co-design, Hong Kong, passport, fluorescent

RESEARCH ABSTRACT:
The Design - We spent 5 months to conduct qualitative research study and participatory design workshop in order to explore the content and design details to be included in this present collaborative project, as we aim to promote active travelling and offers individuals chances to engage with new cultures and perspectives, enhancing their understanding of themselves and the world - finally, local district which was full of subculture - Sham Shui Po (SSP) was chosen. It was also the new location for Hong Kong Design Centre took place. The Sustainable Material - The materials used are not only sustainable but also feature anti-bacterial properties, supporting global environmental issues and encouraging behavioral changes in the wake of COVID-19. SMARTCEL Sensitive is vital for our immune system, providing protection against harmful UVA/UVB rays that can damage skin cells. It also boasts odor-minimizing properties that keep textiles feeling fresh. Meanwhile, Lyocell Seacell fibers are made from low-resource, eco-friendly, and 100% biodegradable natural materials.

CHALLENGE:
The design adheres to the standard size and format of a typical passport, minimizing waste of both space and materials. Our unique knitting technique allows for varied textures on the same surface, enhancing the tactile experience for travelers. This design also enables the incorporation of visual elements on both sides, allowing for a full appreciation of the graphics when the PASSPORT KNITSKIN is opened. We spent plenty of time to adjust the actual visualization of the graphic pattern due to combination of various materials when knitted together.

ADDED DATE:
2024-10-13 08:31:09

TEAM MEMBERS (1) :
Designer: Alex King

IMAGE CREDITS:
Alex King, 2024.

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CLIENT/STUDIO/BRAND DETAILS

NAME:
Alex King Atelier Limited

PROFILE:
Alex King Atelier is a fast-moving research-based international design consultancy based in Hong Kong. It is an award-winning design team specializing in product design, universal design, letterpress, sustainable packaging and art creation. The co-founder, Alex King becomes a Red Dot Winner in 2020, iF Design Awardee in 2021, Global Design Award, K-Design and Hong Kong Smart Design Awards Winner. Alex King Atelier collaborates with young design talents to promote design excellence in Hong Kong, in search of aesthetics, explore what might be compelling latent needs and offer new design solutions benefiting the society as a whole without scarifying aesthetic quality.

AWARD DETAILS
	Passport Knitskin Passport Cover by Alex King is Runner-up for A' Design Award in Fashion and Travel Accessories Design Category, 2024 - 2025. · Read the interview with designer Alex King for design Passport Knitskin here. · Press Members: Login or Register to request an exclusive interview with Alex King. · Click here to register inorder to view the profile and other works by Alex King.