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The Symbols We Carry

Michelle Costanza

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I’m a multifaceted graphic designer based in London, driven by a passion for enhancing connection - whether between people, ideas, or brands. I’m quick to adapt and always eager to explore, constantly seeking fresh perspectives, whether that means trying a new local restaurant or experimenting with innovative design approaches. Curiosity fuels my creativity, and I thrive in environments that encourage growth and new ways of thinking.

I’m a multifaceted graphic designer based in London, driven by a passion for enhancing connection...

The Symbols We Carry is an investigative exploration into materials and their cultural significance. Central to this project is TakTile, a workshop designed to foster a space where participants can share, bond, and craft personalized tiles that reflect their heritage and lived experiences.This unconventional approach utilizes symbolism as a design tool, emphasizing the tactile and material aspects to deepen cultural connections..

Final work

  • Tile outcomes from workshop - Left, dark stone and porcelain. Right, all sorts of materials.
  • Here you are some of the tile outcomes from the workshop. Left, ceramic, porcelain and thread. Right, all sorts of materials.
  • Here you are some of the tile outcomes from the workshop. Left, metal, porcelain and ceramics. Right, metal and glass.
  • Here are the cards and step by step created for the workshop
  • Poster and participants at the workshop
  • Brown folder, created to hold report inside.
  • The brown folder is open and you can see the report and its title: the symbols we carry
  • The report is open. You can see some of its pages and content.

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The Symbols We Carry

The Symbols We Carry is an investigative exploration into materials and their cultural significance. Central to this project is TakTile, a workshop designed to foster a space where participants can share, bond, and craft personalized tiles tha...

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