A Collaboration with Brunei Darussalam Central Bank (BDCB)
I really enjoyed working on this project. The brief was to design a traditional toile-style pattern that reflects Brunei’s nature and rural life, using the official corporate colours of BDCB. This was my first time creating a repeating pattern illustration, and I was genuinely pleased with the amount of detail I managed to include—especially considering the final application was for a Hari Raya card and money packet. I also really appreciated that they included a collaborative aspect to this by also featuring my own logo. That was a nice touch!
My concept began with the circular swing which is commonly found in many Bruneian houses in the 90s, I distinctly remember these swings from my own grandmother and aunties houses. It has such a nostalgic vibe to it. I also featured plants with yellow fruits such as the banana tree, mango tree and of course, Brunei's national flower - the Bunga Simpor. I also included the Bunga Raya (Hibiscus Flower) as a nod to money packets being used during Raya celebrations.
My concept began with the circular swing which is commonly found in many Bruneian houses in the 90s, I distinctly remember these swings from my own grandmother and aunties houses. It has such a nostalgic vibe to it. I also featured plants with yellow fruits such as the banana tree, mango tree and of course, Brunei's national flower - the Bunga Simpor. I also included the Bunga Raya (Hibiscus Flower) as a nod to money packets being used during Raya celebrations.
The end products featuring the design on the back of the card as well as two money packets.