aether3 Studio

Product design / CGI imagery and Agave seedling graphics designed for @sunkusa393 In addition to the plants themselves, SUNKUSA393 incorporates aesthetics and lifestyle into its identity, we collaborated with them to create the brand’s first product - Metallic stainless steel plant label. The material’s texture is not only suitable for use as plant labels, but it also enhances the brand’s visual tone through sunlight reflections and the contrast with the plants. In this project, we’ve skillfully combined seemingly unrelated elements to create a brand development that is conceptually stronger and visually more engaging, by melding the founder’s aesthetics and interests, we’ve concretely realized the potential for cross-disciplinary growth, establishing a unique brand identity.

Concept art and poster designed for @sunkusa393 《MEGAVE》 Transcript retrieved from the depths of space, originating from “SWC-006”, a pioneering explorer in the SKS galaxy: Our journey aboard the interstellar vessel took us millions of light-years from home, where we serendipitously encountered an enigmatic celestial body, ancient and mysterious. Upon our cautious descent, we were greeted by a desolate, seemingly boundless expanse of rolling, golden sands. The relentless sun-like radiance bore down upon us, and the landscape, reminiscent of Earth’s deserts, appeared desolate and devoid of life. Just as we were about to deem this place a desolate wasteland, our sensors abruptly blared, registering energy readings off the charts, emanating from the depths of the planet’s core. Swiftly, we deployed an AI mining probe to penetrate the core and discovered that the planet’s interior was a vacuum, a pitch-black void that rendered our surroundings imperceptible, much like plunging into a black hole. And then, it materialized before us, an entity of colossal proportions, radiating brilliance that nearly breached the limits of our observation windows. We contemplated a desperate escape through the wormhole, but it remained steadfast, as though beckoning for interaction. It was at that moment that we comprehended that we had encountered a singularity - an anomaly beyond human understanding. “SKS-393-000” Unidentified Mechanical Lifeform, Number 0 Codename: MEGAVE This monumental enigma appeared to be self-propelled, and our sensors delved into its core, unveiling the presence of water and nutrients. Even more astonishing was the light it emitted, suffused with solar energy. The faint electromagnetic waves it emanated eluded classification as either mechanical or biological, and we were left pondering its mode of levitation, the energy...the ever-rising sea of particles, it seemed to be something akin to the aether...

SUNKUSA393 Metallic Plant Label ⚙️不鏽鋼花牌 SIZE:3.5 x 8.85(cm) MATERIAL:Stainless Steel METAL PROCESSING:Laser Cutting Available soon❕ LONG LIVE AGAVE Art direction, visual identity and CGI animation by @aether3.0 🔆商品顏色在不同光源會有不同表現，請參照實際影片為主 #agave #sunkusa393 #agaveplant #agavelove #oteroi #titanota #agavetitanota #agavelife #agavelovers #アガベ #アガベチタノタ #オテロい #オアハカ #オアハカ実生 #台湾アガベ #台湾産アガベ #嚴龍 #龍舌蘭 #アガベ実生

Brand identity designed for @sunkusa393 Agave Fortress To create a comprehensive cross-disciplinary brand, we expanded the brand’s visual style by exploring creative concepts relating to the relationship between metal, mecha, and agave. We used the gradient of chrome metallic reflections as the brand’s standard color, complemented by futuristic-style graphics. For example, in the illustration design, we presented the agave’s form in the graphic way to convey the plant’s spiritual essence as a living being, we also used the agave’s growth patterns presented in the form of an electrocardiogram to explore the artistic beauty of plants as artwork.

Brand identity designed for @sunkusa393 Agave Fortress “SUNKUSA393” sees itself as a fortress, considering each cultivated plant as a signature mech, expanding the brand’s territory through these “mechs”. Based on this concept, we represent the features of agave on the logo, using calligraphic strokes to outline the plant’s silhouette, the spiky growth pattern of the agave itself reminds us of a crown, which inspires the creation of the brand logo. In addition to differentiating the brand from other plant-based brands in the market, the logo’s solemn and emblematic feel aligns with the conceptual starting point, signifying the brand’s ambition to produce high-quality plants and achieve remarkable success. For the logotype we drew inspiration from mecha anime typefaces, combining the imagery of agave into the typeface’s details, we created a set of logotype that combine Chinese, English, and numbers. In the combination of English and numbers, we blended the hard surfaces of mecha with the organic forms of plants, making it easier for viewers to associate the intended meanings, the Chinese logotype not only complements the English logotype but also cleverly incorporates “393” into the stroke, ensuring the brand’s code name remains intact when used in Chinese. Beyond the basic visual identity system, we expanded with three representative icons, emphasizing the brand’s core concepts of “Sunlight”, “Moisture”, and “Soil”.

Brand identity designed for @sunkusa393 Agave Fortress “SUNKUSA393”, located in the suburbs of Taichung City, specializes in the cultivation, management, trading, and care of agave plants, its primary market is in Asian regions like Japan and Korea, SUNKUSA393 infuses the aesthetics of planting into lifestyle, aiming to create a multifaceted, cross-disciplinary brand. During the initial stages of developing the brand identity, we worked closely with the founder, Shih, through multiple meetings to shape the brand’s aesthetics and definition. We delved into Shih’s professional background and interests, merging his career in aluminum and metal industry business with his passion for mecha anime, seemingly contradictory to a plant-based brand, but this unique fusion resulted in a distinctive and aesthetically pleasing brand visual identity. The brand name “SUNKUSA” is a combination of “Sun” (representing the sun) and “Kusa” (the Japanese pronunciation of grass). The sun symbolizes the essential element of the agave, while its relationship with the plant itself (grass) extends to the fundamental concept of cultivation. We take the Japanese homophone “393” in “SUNKUSA” as a code name, starting from the agave plant and seeking to explore various possibilities. The core of the brand is dedicated to creating the ecological environment suitable for agave growth, allowing the audience to discover the unique beauty of various agave species, experiencing the special climate of their natural habitats, characterized by rugged terrain and arid conditions, which fosters the agave’s unique vitality and evolutionary forms, along with its innate natural energy.

《GENESIS》Event records, the three-day grand opening event hosted by @dao__taichung 1.《GENESIS》 Window Display 2. “道” Logotype in used by @theinternatiiional , the exclusive collab T-shirt with @sac_system_ and @dao__taichung 3.《GENESIS》 Opening Music Party 4. DAO Logo in used by the poster from @ede.z , graffiti painting art by @cels___ 5. 《GENESIS》 Foods and desserts by @hhaha8596tw & @kooonoyaro Photo by @unyk720

Series of posters designed for 《GENESIS》, the three-day grand opening event hosted by @dao__taichung Themed “GENESIS”, the event centers around the image of the Genesis Sword, divided into three chapters for the creation of the poster series, it’s a sincere invitation to join in celebrating the origin of DAO. The event not only brings together DJs, Hip-Hop groups, artists, and creative units from Taiwan but also features the participation of the well-known party culture and electronic music brand “THE INTERNATIIIONAL” from South Korea. This cross-border collaboration introduces co-branded products and music parties, adding a fresh perspective to Taichung’s subculture. 1.《GENESIS III》 AFTERPARTY 2.《GENESIS II》 @theinternatiiional x @sac_system_ / @dao__taichung POP UP 3.《GENESIS I》 PRE-OPENING PARTY @multiverse_music

Signboard & opening commemorative T-shirt designed for “Liuchuan 57” The T-shirt features the “Liuchuan 57” building, housing five units including DAO. These units occupy the first to fourth floors, comprising barber shop, selected shop, tattoo studio, and record label. This diverse blend enriches the creative scene of the Liuchuan area. To symbolize the opening as a new beginning, we have designed a set of logotype for each unit, representing another dimension within the parallel universe. 1F @sac_selectshop / @the.quietest.place.on.earth 2F @dao__taichung 3F @christ_1nk 4F @multiverse_music

Digital menu and typography designed for @dao__taichung The creativity in colors and graphics of DAO’s visual identity extends to the design of the digital menu, where gradients categorize the menu items, allowing users to scroll and explore based on color distribution, the seven signature cocktails are individually presented with corresponding typography that creatively express the sensory emotions, accompanied by taste values for the distinctive visual.

Art direction, visual identity and CGI animation for @dao__taichung Inspired by the concept and the spatial image of DAO, we have developed a distinctive brand identity that integrates a solemn religious sense with avant-garde graphic designs. The logo embodies spatial and directional elements, resonating with the narrow and psychedelic space experience within DAO, the five circles converge at the center, representing the five units within the establishment, complemented by a unique combination of Chinese and English logotype. Our design further extends into a 3D animation, inspired by the stainless-steel decoration commonly found in DAO, the reflection of metal in the lighting becomes the focal point of the brand’s standard colors. Scene film captured by @lecopoce

Visual identity designed for @dao__taichung “DAO 道”, located in Taichung City, is a new and unique venue hidden beside the Liuchuan river, this undefined space offers a diverse range of services, including bars, parties, music, films, and forums. Its versatility echoes one of the brand’s core philosophies, “DAO”, which can be understood as the concept of the decentralized autonomous organization based on blockchain technology. On the other hand, “道” is also a phonetic translation in Chinese, which can be interpreted as its literal meaning, it is derived from the “Dao” in Laozi’s “Dao Te Ching”, representing the natural law and essence governing the universe, perceived through the phenomena of life and nature, it can also be understood as the “Way” or “Road”, created together with a shared purpose and direction. The resemblance between “DAO” and “道” echoes the essence of all things in the world and serves as the source of the meaning of life, forming a transcendent existence.