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The Vitality of Rice

The Vitality of Rice is a visual publication examining the global, historical, and socio-economic significance of rice. Framed through the lens of food security, it calls for strengthened policy, production, and research to support the people and systems sustaining this essential crop.

Scope included research, writing, and editorial layout for a printed publication addressing the cultural and economic relevance of rice.
Digital book layout exported as spreads. Typography is used to organize content, clarify hierarchy, and support data visualizations for improved understanding and retention.

Approach

The design process began with in-depth research and mapping of rice’s global impact, followed by iterative concept development rooted in symbolism, hierarchy, and modular layout systems. The final direction emerged through prototyping, experimentation, and content refinement—resulting in a publication that balances structure with expression.

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Overall research consolidated into a mind map. Covered historical context, functions, motivations, problems associated with rice, future challenges, and visual precedents. Framework mind map exploring potential directions—climate change, culture, and history—all intersecting to examine the socio-economic impact of rice and how this knowledge can inform food security policies.

Outcome

The final book presents a multi-layered perspective on rice’s legacy and urgency, weaving research and editorial clarity into an accessible and impactful visual artifact.

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Front and back cover, including title and summary. Publication info page with copyright, date, and author details. Global map of rice trade routes and migration patterns. Global Rice Crisis section with supporting image and content. Data showing top rice producers and their consumption rates. Survey data on rice consumers by University of Sumatera Utara.