Dexin (Leah) is a Brooklyn-based designer focused on visual systems informed by context and design, creating work that connects and resonates across books, art direction, brand identities, and digital media.






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Lily Purbrick - Coming Soon
Web Design
w : Tyler Owens, Alex Gabe Williams















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Echos - Coming Soon
Photo Book, for Xu Wang 汪旭


This book, titled Echos, encapsulates a unique photographic exploration, meticulously crafted through the artistic lens of the photographer and the refined vision of the designer. The project dismantles conventional narratives, focusing instead on the inherent connections between form, color, and material. By stripping away subjectivity, the lens unveils the essence of objects, revealing a delicate interplay between the tangible and the visual.
















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Just Smile - Issue 5 - 2024
w : Nine.sixthree. Co, Samson Ossedryver, 
Just Smile Team

This issue reflects on the ever-relevant question of belonging, exploring themes of connection, estrangement, and the invisible threads of humanity that bind us together in a world often divided. In Issue 5, Justsmile also touches base with industry friends Alex Sossah, Aymeric, Marcus Allen, Marika-Ella Ames, and Mark Grattan; catches up with rising designers Bianca Saunders and Connor McKnight; and visits artists Kevin Beasley, Eli Ping, and Ignacio Gatica in practice.  Justsmile delves into the heart of Wales Bonner’s Dream Study collection, Howard University, and its accompanying publication, Howard Universal. Whitney Museum curator Adrienne Edwards sits down with with writer Yaniya Lee to discuss the life and career of Alvin Ailey, the subject of her “Edges of Ailey” exhibition. With fashion editorials from contributors such as Jeff Henrikson, Hailey Heaton, Francis Boisser, and Steven Traylor.





























Entre : Temps - Lookbook 2, 2024
w : Karl Liu
Tokyo Kamata Cultural Hall 7-61-1 Nishikamata, Ota City, 
Tokyo 144-0051, Japan











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Entre : Temps - Coming Soon
Web Design
w : Tyler Owens, Coding : Ben Jackson















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The New Geologic Epoch, curated by Mary Mattingly, presents an immersive exploration of humanity's footprint on the planet. Through a diverse range of mediums, including photography, sound, video, film, sculpture, ceramic, painting, textile, installation, performative, eco-remediation, and more, the exhibition delves into the shifts shaping our world. From mining scars to urban sprawl, each work reflects on the evolving relationship between humans and the environment, inviting viewers to contemplate the impact of the Anthropocene era.






The New Geologic Epoch - 2024 
Exhibition Catalogue, for ecoartspace
w : Tyler Owens
Motion : Tyler Owens



















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Matt Lv / Modern Sky 北京摩登天空, ME? 2024 - Coming Soon 
LP Record / CD / Graphic Design




















RURE - 2024 
Art Direction / Graphic Design






















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Entre : Temps - 2024 Fall
Graphic Design






























Archive - 2023 / 2024
Art Catalogue
for Harol’s Collection of Fine Chinese Paintings and Calligraphy


“Archive” presents a curated selection of artworks by modern and contemporary artists, documenting paintings and calligraphy pieces from Chinese art history, unveiling the rich narratives and historical contexts underpinning each piece in the collection.





















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System


Axis Mundi
Lookbook Design, f Kang Yucheng



















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Entre : Temps - 2024 Fall
Lookbook 1

















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Dissonance as a Design Effect
Thesis Publication
Special Thanks to Michael Dyer



This project sets out to uncover a more explicit and accessible method for interpreting and navigating inconsistencies and "wrongness" inherent in the process of meaning creation. By delving into cultural perceptions surrounding this subject, it becomes evident that embracing dissonance has played a crucial role throughout history in the development of new structures and the deconstruction of conventional forms.

This study seeks to dismantle binary oppositions, particularly those associated with perceiving and interpreting, order and chaos, dynamic and stillness, and opening and closing. By exploring the interstitial space between these polarities, we aim to uncover innovative pathways for understanding and engaging with the creation of meaning.
















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An Index of Bookstores in New York
Publication Design
Special Thanks to Scott Vander Zee



This publication is an assembly of the research, exploration, and discovery of the bookstores in New York, which index and document the background stories and conversations behind the bookstores and collect those that no longer existed. This is a 360-page archive that includes over 150 images of the photo documentation, and contains information and stories about the existing and closed bookstores.


















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Codetta
Typeface Design



Codetta is a typeface that captures the interplay between design, science, acoustics, and mathematics, evoking a sense of sonic resonance.

Inspired by the harmonious cadence and concepts of science as well as mathematical equations, Codetta exhibits a balance between structure and fluidity. A deliberate use of subtle variations in stroke weight enhances the visual aesthetics of the composition and evokes a sense of depth and rhythm. The curves and angles of the character reflect the mathematical harmony underpinning the world of sound.


- Light
- Light Italic
- Regular
- Regular Italic
- Medium
- Medium Italic
- Bold
- Bold Italic














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Space_Display
Typeface Design

Space is a regular serif typeface specifically crafted for display, drawing inspiration from the captivating realm of astronomy. Its design is heavily influenced by the graceful movements of planets as they orbit around the sun. The circle, symbolizing celestial bodies, takes center stage as the prominent element in this typeface.
                      In particular, the characters G, 4, and 5 showcase the ingenious implementation of rounded shapes. These soft curves serve to smooth out any sharp edges, introducing subtle variations while maintaining a cohesive and harmonious appearance across the entire character set.























Access
Typeface Design


“Access,” a display typeface that seamlessly blends the essence of architecture, construction and structural design with its main element being the distinctive trapezoid shape. Inspired by the clean lines and geometric precision found in buildings and urban landscapes, this element pays homage to the interconnected building blocks that form the basis of architectural wonders. It embodies the synergy between form and function. 
                “Access” exudes a sense of strength and stability, mirroring the interlocking elements of an architectural diagram, forming a continuous line or breaking apart into distinct components. The name reflects the essence of accessibility and connectivity. The bold, sharp edges of the letters pay homage to the steel beams that underpin towering structures, while the subtle curves reflect the fluidity of construction materials taking shape.


















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Space_Sans
Typeface Design


Space is a sans-serif typeface that belongs to the same family as Space_Display. The theme focuses on cosmology and astronomy.


- Regular
- Regular Italic
- Medium
- Medium Italic



















EIKASIAKIE
Editorial Design - Lookbook





















@ Dexin Chen / Leah      2024