[IC] Custom Keyboard - Democratic Republic of MOON - GB open

[metalliccharles]

Great work! This looks great! 
What would this design look like without the 'M' and the 'N'? Would it be too Ann compared to a text logo?

Can you PS the "C-Nature" logo on there?  I'm still partial to that one. 

As requested, more variations.

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I can't decide which I like more.  The "Moon" without the letters is awesome!  If that wins, there should also be a novelty with it.  The Solar logo might actually fit better than Nature. 

[dblack]

I kinda like it without the letters, it's simple and clean.

[Auk]

I like this case a lot, but I can't see me finding the money to buy one in time, so maybe my opinion can be taken as somewhat neutral...

The big arrows are the one detail I'm not such a huge fan of, so the logos that leave more blank space in front of the arrow tips look more balanced overall. Looking at the concept in rioc's post, and the one middle one in gaiden's, I definitely prefer how those concepts look vs the logos that almost touch the arrow points.

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Great looking case anyway, I'm quite envious of everyone who is going to get one 

[swangful]

ETA on an official vote?

[kevinzavier]

^^ yea lol

[xantiema]

Has the bottom weight been decided upon?

[rioc]

Has the bottom weight been decided upon?

I think everyone is happy with the natural moon phases depicted on the weight

[metalliccharles]

Has the bottom weight been decided upon?

I think everyone is happy with the natural moon phases depicted on the weight

We are

[aznreaper]

I think I personally preferred the version where they were offset a little with the full moon in the middle, but regardless I think having the moon phases as the weight looks the best and fits the theme too well to choose another option right now

[swangful]

Can we start voting now? I don't want this train to lose steam.

[Wraul]

As requested, more variations.

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Seeing how [C] Nature are getting some interest I like to provide my feedback on the design.
Ignoring the fact that I don't feel like it is as much in line with the case design as [A] Solar, there are one thing I think could be improved.

The vertical alignment between the text and the circle section feels a bit off. The circle section should come down a bit.
Perhaps not enough to make i centered, but a bit so it feels more aligned with the text.
If I should guess I would propose the inner circle to be stand on the baseline of the letters, but I won't know until I actually see it.

[oluigenuma]

Although I like gaidens design, I could whish for more simplicity in the logo. The best part about it is the centered circle. I think the logo needs that because of the 'arrows'. An off-center circle would kill symmetrie, which looks odd in the end.

I think the font rioc used in one of his early design suits the board quite well.

So I came up with a mashup of gaidens and riocs designs and added some simplicity. I'd like to hear what you think. Am I headding in the right direction or better or better stop right there?



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[zzyjayfree]

Yes guys I'm getting things organized and will start the vote sometime today.

[metalliccharles]

[stand.geek]

Here's mine, more simplicity alternative 






Album: http://imgur.com/a/DmQgp

I'd like to hear your feedback 

[zzyjayfree]

Here's mine, more simplicity alternative 

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Album: http://imgur.com/a/DmQgp

I'd like to hear your feedback 

Vote form open: https://goo.gl/LQ4rK8

Looks like we have a last second entry (literally). And it's pretty good!

I also added EVE's design he plans to use for CN GB.


In the weight is a Chinese character (Moon in Chinese).

[Atredl]

Here's mine, more simplicity alternative 

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Album: http://imgur.com/a/DmQgp

I'd like to hear your feedback 

This is my favorite logo design. The simplicity, plus the fact that it very clearly spells out "moon" is a big thing for me. I'm curious to see what it would look like with a curvier M and N.

Gaiden's weight design is still my favorite though. :-P

[stand.geek]

Here's mine, more simplicity alternative 

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Album: http://imgur.com/a/DmQgp

I'd like to hear your feedback 

Vote form open: https://goo.gl/LQ4rK8

Looks like we have a last second entry (literally). And it's pretty good!

I also added EVE's design he plans to use for CN GB.

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In the weight is a Chinese character (Moon in Chinese).

Whoops. Was not realize that. Literally last second. Lol  )

Here's mine, more simplicity alternative 

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Album: http://imgur.com/a/DmQgp

I'd like to hear your feedback 

This is my favorite back design. The simplicity, plus the fact that it very clearly spells out "moon" is a big thing for me. I'm curious to see what it would look like with a curvier M and N.

Gaiden's weight design is still my favorite though. :-P

That's my point, I don't actually like if the logo spells 'MON'.
Curvier M and N maybe a good suggestion. But no more time for revision. 

[ReadmeDotTxt]

Here's mine, more simplicity alternative 

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I'm digging it.

[Craxas]

Somethings been bugging me for a while... maybe Im blind or something but... where the heck is the USB port?

[[Lewynlight]]

voted!

having a hard time to choose. and i wish i can vote for second weight design as well.

[gaiden]

As requested, more variations.

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Seeing how [C] Nature are getting some interest I like to provide my feedback on the design.
Ignoring the fact that I don't feel like it is as much in line with the case design as [A] Solar, there are one thing I think could be improved.

The vertical alignment between the text and the circle section feels a bit off. The circle section should come down a bit.
Perhaps not enough to make i centered, but a bit so it feels more aligned with the text.
If I should guess I would propose the inner circle to be stand on the baseline of the letters, but I won't know until I actually see it.

I was out of town for 2 days and so excited to find out the next stage is already on the way!

@Wraul thanks for the input bro! If it makes to the next stage maybe there would be some minor tweaks, I see some interesting ones out there!

This happened to be one of the most interesting and fun GB I've ever been involved in. So many ppl came and helped out, hope everyone felt the same way as I did. Really fun experience. All the best to the future of this GB. ✌️

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[SBJ]

Voted!
Very excited.

[swangful]

Voted

[rioc]

voted...


I like Eve's new design most, alongside Stand.geek's weight design (sublime!)

[mkarlsson]

This keyboard is very nice and has a different design, very nice work. What I don't like are those two arrow shaped inserts on both sides of the logo. Is that something that could be discussed or is not possible to change that?

Also, on the previous IC thread it was not confirmed if the pcb would support ISO, do we have news about this?

Very nice logos! congrats for the great work and collaboration.

[19820815]

looks nice

[Manticzeus]

I am really excited for this. Voted and ready to burn my money!

[zzyjayfree]

Hey guys I want to say thank you to everyone who has participated in logo/weight design as well as in the vote. I will leave this open for 6 more hours ish. If you haven't had a chance to look at the awesome designs from the community this is time!

At this point the result is pretty clear but I will keep it till vote closes for those who haven't made up his/her mind


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[SBJ]

Hey guys I want to say thank you to everyone who has participated in logo/weight design as well as in the vote. I will leave this open for 6 more hours ish. If you haven't had a chance to look at the awesome designs from the community this is time!

At this point the result is pretty clear but I will keep it till vote closes for those who haven't made up his/her mind


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So looking forward to this. Is there, at this time, an estimate for when you'll run the GB again?

[rioc]

damn, just went over the old thread, why didn't this design get reposted: https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=88478.msg2421762#msg2421762


would've loved that!

[stand.geek]

damn, just went over the old thread, why didn't this design get reposted: https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=88478.msg2421762#msg2421762


would've loved that!

Wow actually that's a pretty good one!

[metalliccharles]

Is there any update on what colors will be available?  Or is it like last time?

[rioc]

damn, just went over the old thread, why didn't this design get reposted: https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=88478.msg2421762#msg2421762


would've loved that!

Wow actually that's a pretty good one!

I know... I wish I could revote for that logo

[dblack]

Im pretty happy re-entering the GB stage. Regardless of what won I think the board will look great and I'll be happy to enter once again.

[rioc]

Im pretty happy re-entering the GB stage. Regardless of what won I think the board will look great and I'll be happy to enter once again.

yeah, same here...

[SBJ]

Im pretty happy re-entering the GB stage. Regardless of what won I think the board will look great and I'll be happy to enter once again.

yeah, same here...

Yes indeed, and it gave the wallet a little time to recover before we go again.

[zzyjayfree]

We have two winners! Winner for Logo is Stand.geeks (1st place for both 1st and 2nd vote)and for weight it's Gaiden (76 votes out of 129 responses)! Result link: https://goo.gl/doPKk2
To show our appreciation to these two amazing person, they will each receive 50% off on their order!
Or a cash reward (TBD) if any of them decides not to enter. Please pm me your option, whatever the decision is, it will not be published.
For everyone who submitted designs, you will receive an aluminum keycap in your order for free, winning or not.
Again, if you are not entering this GB, let me know so I can mail it to you.
The cap does involve copyright and has been approved by the owner.


Anyways the winning logo is:
and the winning weight is:

I understand this might not be your favourite design but keep in mind ultimately it's the board design that attracted us all!

We are currently analyzing entries from previous GB attempt and discussing color options.

Edit: all winning designs are still pending EVE's final approval, but I don't see a problem from here!

[metalliccharles]

Congrats to all!  Winning designs look great!  Can't wait for the GB 

[rioc]

Nice, really like the winning options

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[swangful]

Excellent.

[pon10]

Damn to late to the voting party, I think only one religion should be stated with the board.. thirst thing that pops up on the winning logo is The Crescent Moon.

Gaidens logos looks like it fit the kb design better and adapts nicely to a more futuristic style.


Edit: but that aside, When is the grebuy starting? 

[Atredl]

Damn to late to the voting party, I think only one religion should be stated with the board.. thirst thing that pops up on the winning logo is The Crescent Moon.

Gaidens logos looks like it fit the kb design better and adapts nicely to a more futuristic style.


Edit: but that aside, When is the grebuy starting? 

There are no religions being stated in the logo. The reason there is a crescent moon in the logo is because this is a moon themed keyboard. Simple as that.

[LightningXI]

thing that pops up on the winning logo is The Crescent Moon.

Not at all. There's no religions being alluded to.

[nao]

Well done!
I really enjoyed it!

[SBJ]

Congratulations to the winners!
Although I'd say we're all winners in this raffle. What a beautiful design.

[Gajible]

thing that pops up on the winning logo is The Crescent Moon.

Not at all. There's no religions being alluded to.

Some solid mental gymnastics on his part, I'd say.

[pon10]

Damn to late to the voting party, I think only one religion should be stated with the board.. thirst thing that pops up on the winning logo is The Crescent Moon.

Gaidens logos looks like it fit the kb design better and adapts nicely to a more futuristic style.


Edit: but that aside, When is the grebuy starting? 

There are no religions being stated in the logo. The reason there is a crescent moon in the logo is because this is a moon themed keyboard. Simple as that.

I know , was just a remark! but i think its because of the thickness of the quarter moon..

[pon10]

thing that pops up on the winning logo is The Crescent Moon.

Not at all. There's no religions being alluded to.

Some solid mental gymnastics on his part, I'd say.

It still works!

[pon10]

Looking forward to hear about the new colors situation and get this fine looking KB to the GB stage, with a awesome logo!!