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KARMAE: ASTER | Product, Packaging & 3D Development
Part two moves a little closer to the product itself.
ASTER was designed as the softer side of the KARMAE world, but that softness still needed structure. The material language became a big part of that balance, combining frosted glass, muted metallics and pale neutral tones to keep the product feeling tactile, refined and recognisable.
From there, the packaging and product details were developed to feel like part of the same system rather than separate applications. The aim was to keep every touchpoint visually quiet, but still specific enough to carry the identity on its own.
Everything shown here was designed and directed by me, including the product development, packaging, materials, compositions and final 3D renders built in Blender.
A closer look at the details behind ASTER.
This looks super polished.
Thank you!
The material and packaging direction is really clean. I like how the frosted glass, muted metallics, and neutral tones make the product feel premium without overdoing it. The 3D renders bring the whole identity together nicely.
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