Self-led brief
The Stories, Design and History of Chinese Takeaways in the UK
The local Chinese, a mainstay from urban high streets to rural villages up and down the country. “Getting a Chinese”, a Friday night ritual. Dishes like salt and pepper chips, sweet and sour chicken, spice bags. How did Chinese takeaways become a beloved part of the UK’s food culture?
Grown from my Dad’s sweet and sour memories of his parents’ Chinese takeaway, Sweet & Sour is my ongoing passion project. I explore stories, design and history of Chinese Takeaways in the UK, alongside conversations with others growing up in these family businesses.





Pearlfisher FreshPearls Brief – With Isabella Bon
A Manual for Minor Break Downs
Is there a warning light that neither of you wants to deal with? Are you ignoring a chip in the windscreen? Handbrake worn from drifting? Why do conversations fog up before you get anywhere real? Regular car maintenance keeps things safe and reliable, much like friendships, which also need regular care to stay solid.
Is your friendship due a service?
Rust is a two-sided riso-printed zine exploring friendship through two contrasting perspectives within the same relationship.






D&AD New Blood Monotype & Penguin Brief – With Joseph Smith
Dive Deeper.
Inspired by the marks readers leave behind, Marginalia transforms thoughts and feelings for modern-day readers.
Emotions in the moments left behind by readers come alive with expressive typography. Creating a deeper connection with people and the words we are reading. All conveniently stored on your phone, Marginalia takes back those in-between moments.


