The Passport Project

Project Overview

A personal design project that transformed the concept of a traditional passport into a meaningful souvenir, creating a unique memento for an international group of friends who regularly meet up to explore the United States together.

Design Challenge

Create a passport-inspired notebook that captures the multinational spirit of the friendship group while maintaining a balance between authentic passport design elements and original creative features. The design needed to represent multiple nationalities (Canada, Scotland, New Zealand, and United States) and incorporate multiple languages (English, Spanish, Romanian, and Serbian).

Solution

Developed a custom passport design featuring:

• A distinctive heraldic crest that symbolically unites all represented nations:

  • Canadian maple leaf as the crown

  • Scottish thistle, American rose, and New Zealand fern as supporting elements

  • Custom checkerboard pattern in the shield

• Multilingual cover text in all group members' languages

• Custom ID page layout that maintains the familiar passport structure while allowing for personalization

• Security-inspired design elements and patterns

• Burgundy cover color with embossed crest

• Clear disclaimer text to prevent any confusion with official documents

Production Details

The final piece was produced as a physical notebook with attention to traditional passport materials and finishing techniques, including:

• Textured cover material mimicking official passport cardstock

• Embossed metallic details on the crest

• High-quality binding for durability

• Interior pages designed for both practical use and commemorative purposes

This project demonstrates the ability to balance official document aesthetics with personal design elements while creating a meaningful, functional piece that serves both as a souvenir and a creative interpretation of identity documentation.

Thanks so much for reading :)