bdes (hons) Graphic Design
Yusra Qureshi
Disconnecting to connect
A resource for those who wish to explore the complexities of experiencing solitude. Featuring a documentary-style book, of 24 stories from around the world, aiming to de-stigmatise loneliness and provide the tools and anecdotes for the reader to reconnect with themselves and others through introspect and shared experience.
Close up details of the coptic stitch binding on the spine of the book.
Half opened packaging of the book showcasing the style contrast between the interior and exterior
Fully opened packaging of the book and the book inside
Flicking through the pages of the hand-bound Airplane Mode book featuring 24 stories of solitude from around the world.
Each page is totally unique, featuring scanning of personal items, expressive typography, and original photography.
Photo spread of a story from the Antarctic featuring digital collage work
Story spread from the Antarctic featuring expressive typography and a custom handmade polaroid photo
Story spread from Anchorage, featuring digital collage work and original photography
Story spread from Abu Dhabi featuring a scanned CD before and after being shattered by hand
2 Surrealist Illustrations made for social media channels to represent the stories in a more abstract way