Kayleigh Sarah
BDes (HONS) Graphic Design
The Game of M E S S
My major project topic is on the UK’s cultural, historical and mythological links to Scandinavian countries in light of modern day political decisions that threaten the memory of these connections.
I created a game to help educate others about the connections I found through my research.
An overview of the exhibit.
Runes on the bases of the pieces corresponding to the information in the runbook I created
The Celtic inspired band stretching around the exhibit would draw interest to it in larger exhibit space.
A small plinth at the side of the main game contains the rulebooks and extra pieces for gameplay. The entire exhibit was made from wood - as if it were carved from Yggdrasil.
Layered board inspired by 3D chess to symbolise the fractured history and cultures.
Intricate Nordic and Celtic designs litter the entire exhibit.
The pieces were 3D printed and soaked in coffee to achieve an aged look.