https://karissatom.com/work daily 1.0 2024-07-30 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/56f98e9a926173607b49c4f2/1549364259587-M99HAJEODITU7FZ0CXCF/badmicons_cover-02.png Branding https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/56f98e9a926173607b49c4f2/1557715883339-7L84YEHFQAVAXBYELAJ5/ccc.gif Branding https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/56f98e9a926173607b49c4f2/1569389499256-0O0XYAH3JMSGA8KXM0LU/Webp.net-gifmaker.gif Branding https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/56f98e9a926173607b49c4f2/1598260452608-I8T57YHV0SPGDK18B7GS/nightlife_port-04.png Branding - Background NightLife is the after-hours (21+), programming at the California Academy of Sciences. This project reimagined the branding for the event, inspired by the original elements. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/56f98e9a926173607b49c4f2/1644529939461-DIM9YAFM6D7SAWA9JBCI/Sample+Sign+for+Size.png Branding - New Signs for a New Park These interpretive signs explain environmentally-friendly park elements including rainwater storage and drought-resistant plants. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/56f98e9a926173607b49c4f2/1649535474805-NL7UCJU0PFCJX4PM2R8Y/goodchi-title_1b.png Branding - By Asian Americans A compilation of personal narratives, art, and recipes that celebrate Asian American culture. The hope was to instill more empathy and understanding of AAPI cultures. I created the design standards and page layouts for this project. The design uses bright colors and bold type to let the stories speak for themselves. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/56f98e9a926173607b49c4f2/1659719697764-9EET5RY05Y7A5DW71S5K/WHM-billboard-options5.png Branding - Sharing Women's Stories Located in San Diego, the Women's Museum of California aims to educate and inspire present and future generations about the experiences and contributions of diverse women by collecting, preserving, and interpreting their stories. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/56f98e9a926173607b49c4f2/1659719282325-PVJGPYQ795RJR1VYW8I3/zane-persaud-5JEwPOAZo24-unsplash.jpg Branding - Outdoor Signage Interchangeable posters to welcome guests into the museum. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/56f98e9a926173607b49c4f2/1722355274300-84A3YDE3J1I47B1TOG01/logo-final-02.png Branding - Background Research Many of Snowtime's competitors were larger chains. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/56f98e9a926173607b49c4f2/1722357973942-4K6XW9BWFVAOEL5SI837/IMG_6871.jpg Branding - Astrolight Learning how astronomers use light to discover mysteries of the universe. https://karissatom.com/archive daily 0.75 2022-07-27 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/56f98e9a926173607b49c4f2/1549532682092-LJUZ5FH7CQMBJGBM6M5F/SS.png Archive https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/56f98e9a926173607b49c4f2/1557709671920-8MEZJ9BFVYAHTC21LVY8/20181211-breakfast-31+copy.jpg Archive https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/56f98e9a926173607b49c4f2/1550979030215-UNE0H8Y1CNGY0VN60WAN/slideshow-01.png Archive - Designing Freedom During my study abroad trip, we created a theoretical installation promoting California: Designing Freedom in the Design Museum in London. Our exhibit needed to incorporate research about California design and its relationship to British design, and engage the local community with a “California experience.” Location Our site is located outside of University of the Arts London at the Central Saint Martins location. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/56f98e9a926173607b49c4f2/1550973970524-4OHT974RMTIYMK9IFKSH/DSC_4208.png Archive A Scandinavian Partnership This exhibit celebrates the long and distinguished careers of UC Davis design professor emeritus Helge Olsen and his wife Birgitta Olsen. The featured work, Helge’s wood furniture design and Birgitta’s woven wall tapestries, reflects their Scandinavian upbringing, training and design aesthetic. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/56f98e9a926173607b49c4f2/1534468973663-SWD7YCCO6A34XKA3T7BO/DSC_0299+copy.png Archive Power-packed Protein 80% of the world already feasts on insects daily, yet this protein source is widely unused in the United States. In comparison to traditional protein sources, insects produce almost no methane and require minimal feed, water and space. Mission Introduce insects as a protein source to an American audience. Create a single-serve product that doesn’t sacrifice sustainability for convenience. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/56f98e9a926173607b49c4f2/1575417381584-ER5FA697X4GNITTZ4UFA/186W19_DangTom_portfolio.png Archive New Lecture Hall Located west of central campus, California Hall is the newest lecture hall at UC Davis. It is the largest lecture hall with seating for 600 students. This hall is designed with students in mind including charging outlets at every two seats and shared tabletops. Mission Create a wayfinding and signage system that responds to a unique aspect about California.