Calendar 2015 “Botanical Life” Calendar

Calendar 2015 “Botanical Life” Calendar

Calendar 2015 Botanical Life Calendar is an innovative and aesthetically sophisticated wall calendar design that uniquely combines botanical illustrations with intricate paper engineering to create an engaging three-dimensional display. Created by art director Katsumi Tamura and designer Takahiro Sugawara, this calendar represents a harmonious fusion of functionality and artistic expression, featuring delicately cut leaf patterns that correspond precisely with the underlying illustrations. The design, which measures 130mm in height, 156mm in width, and 45mm in depth, transforms from a single sheet into an immersive botanical display when opened and set on its base. Launched in July 2014, this calendar exemplifies the Japanese design philosophy of combining minimalist aesthetics with precise craftsmanship, utilizing advanced printing and manufacturing technologies to achieve exceptionally detailed cut-outs. The calendar's design concept centers on the growing appreciation for natural lifestyles, drawing inspiration from the inherent beauty of plant forms and their seasonal variations. This innovative approach to calendar design earned recognition with a Golden A' Design Award in the Graphics, Illustration and Visual Communication Design category, acknowledging its excellence in visual impact, technical execution, and innovative concept. The design successfully achieves its goal of modifying space and transforming user experience through its thoughtful integration of form and function, offering a unique blend of practical timekeeping and artistic expression.

botanical design, paper engineering, Japanese craftsmanship, innovative calendar, pop-up architecture, visual communication

— Adam Dawson