Another year has passed, and it’s time once again to reflect and showcase the best graphic design of 2020–2021.
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Following the success of last year’s edition, we’re back with a new roundup.
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This selection is entirely curated by us, the result of an in-depth dive into the world’s top design websites and leading graphic design studios.
We’ve gathered 20 outstanding graphic design projects, each explored in detail to inspire your own creativity.
Let’s dive right in!
Best Graphic Design of 2020–2021
Silo Theater 2020 Season Campaign by Seachange Studio
We begin our journey through the best graphic design of 2020 and 2021 with this project by creative agency Seachange Studio for Silo Theatre.
Silo Theatre is a benchmark for contemporary theatre and art.
This campaign, created for Silo’s 2020 season, received three Best Design Awards from the Designers Institute of New Zealand:
- Best in Colour Award Graphics
- Best in Design Craft
- Best in Design Communication
What stands out in this project is the bold, vibrant color palette and fresh imagery, where color overlays and dynamic shapes create striking visual impact.
The result is a flawlessly executed campaign that captures the freshness and avant-garde spirit of the project—an outstanding example of graphic design trends for 2021.
Daily Art by Kurt Chang
Another key graphic design trend for 2021 is semi-realistic illustration—artworks that blur the line between photography and illustration.
Kurt Chang is a master of this style, as seen in his semi-realistic illustration project.
His work stands out for its natural colors and forms, evoking a sense of warmth, everyday life, and softness.
What’s especially striking is the blend of contemporary and futuristic elements, creating a perfectly balanced composition.
Check out his website and explore his portfolio—an excellent example of 2021 graphic design trends and one of the top graphic design projects of 2021.
Spotify by Ben J. Crick
This is one of our favorite highlights in this article.
Ben J. Crick’s campaign for Spotify is packed with creative resources that make it truly spectacular.
The project features:
- Striking imagery
- Expert photo editing
- Geometric shapes
- Layered elements
- Bold typography
- Vivid colors
- High-contrast visuals
Ben J. Crick: “I think that’s the beauty of it. Working at that scale, if you can build a system that enables people to do good work, it becomes much bigger than any individual.”
This project is a testament to innovation, and it’s clear that Spotify, as a leader in online music, isn’t afraid to push boundaries with its annual visual identity campaigns.
Srisangdao Rice by Prompt Design
A complete contrast to the previous projects, but equally compelling, is the packaging design for Srisangdao Rice by branding and graphic design studio Prompt Design.
Thung Kula Ronghai is a renowned Thai rice brand known for its quality and environmentally conscious production, with annual output limited to minimize environmental impact. The rice is also fully organic and chemical-free.
The packaging needed to reflect these values, so it was designed using fully recyclable materials.
Notably, the box is die-cut in the shape of a rice grain, and the rice itself is packaged in a small numbered pouch.
This project has received several awards, including:
- Good Design Australia, Best in Class Communication Packaging
- Good Design Award, Best Packaging
- Muse Design Award, Platinum Award in Packaging Design
- Golden Pin Design Award, Communication Design
An innovative project that embodies several of 2021’s key graphic design trends.
Milton Chocolate by Yuta Takahashi Design Studio
The packaging design for Milton Chocolate is another brilliant example of graphic design and creativity.
Milton reimagines chocolate beyond its traditional child-focused image, positioning it as a sophisticated treat for adults.
The packaging evokes the aroma of cacao through silk-like textures, almost sculptural in their execution.
The box, shaped like a book, opens from the cover and includes a flavor chart card.
The assorted box is inspired by the look of a bookshelf.
For production, the package uses fine dark blue and turquoise paper to represent dark chocolate, shimmering in different hues.
It’s finished with gold foil stamping, die-cutting, and hand assembly.
The result is a spectacular brand experience, recognized with:
- A Design Award, Silver Design Awards in Graphic and Visual Communication
A true source of inspiration for anyone working on luxury projects.
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