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Sergio Mannino Studio
Architectural Branding
Architectural Branding
Souvenirs often follow predictable patterns. They are mass-produced objects, usually made of plastic, that accumulate in drawers or end up as waste. This project challenges that approach, offering a way to create a truly personal souvenir while trying to reduce waste. Instead of producing new objects, we propose a system of vinyl decals designed to be applied to vintage finds sourced from New York’s flea markets and secondhand shops. A simple process transforms an ordinary glass, plate, or ceramic piece into a unique memory of the city. The result is a one-of-a-kind souvenir that carries both the history of its original form and the personal story of its selection and customization.
This idea moves beyond traditional souvenir production by minimizing waste, avoiding plastic, and encouraging a more thoughtful connection between people and the objects they take home.
Our souvenir is about the experience of finding, choosing, and making—turning an everyday act into something memorable.
The second edition of xSouvenir will be held during New York Design Week at the Canvas Gallery at Oculus.
Envisioned and designed by Boym Partners, the show gathers work from 72 designers, each invited to capture a slice of New York’s restless character in a single, collectible object.
NYCxDESIGNxSOUVENIR 2025
The Canvas Gallery
Westfield Oculus
May 15-21 2025
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