LONDON 2012: AN EDGY LOOK

London 2012 (2018-03-21) by Diego MartinezThe Olympic Museum

THE GAMES HOST COUNTRY AND CITY

London 2012 (2016-12-12) by johnkellermanThe Olympic Museum

A CITY LIKE NO OTHER
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50 nationalities, 300 different languages, home of the avant-garde, the centre of high finance, miles and pounds, steering wheel on the right, cars driving on the left, the only city to have hosted the Games three times (1908, 1948 and 2012)...

The capital city of the islands that make up the United Kingdom certainly knows how to cultivate its originality.

London 2012, kylieellway, 2015-06-15, From the collection of: The Olympic Museum
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The incomparable Elizabeth II, Queen of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, together with her husband, Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.

London 2012, track5, 2012-05-03, From the collection of: The Olympic Museum
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A red punk mohican and a classic black suit – very British.

London 2012, Sam Rudkin-Millichamp, 2017-08-17, From the collection of: The Olympic Museum
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The London Eye (or Millenium Wheel), inaugurated as part of the celebrations to mark the year 2000.

London 2012, Martin Wahlborg, 2013-02-17, From the collection of: The Olympic Museum
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The legendary Beatles.

London 2012 (2018-01-08) by R_StoneThe Olympic Museum

THE MAIN ART TRENDS

London 2012 (2018-02-21) by Simone HutschThe Olympic Museum

NEW FORMS

A fragmented architecture, constructed and de-constructed
Paperless internet communication
Pink, punk fashion!

London 2012, George Standen, 2014-05-08, From the collection of: The Olympic Museum
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The Imperial War Museum North in Manchester, designed by “deconstructivist” architect Daniel Libeskind. Complex geometry, sloping floors and ceilings and a limited number of right-angled surfaces serve to create a sense of disorientation, reminiscent of that caused by war.

London 2012, Warchi, 2015-12-27, From the collection of: The Olympic Museum
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The frenzy of digital communication.

London 2012, peteholyoak, 2016-07-16, From the collection of: The Olympic Museum
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Punk attitude.

London 2012, Jarretera, 2014-12-05, From the collection of: The Olympic Museum
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The iconic Dr. Martens air-cushioned sole shoes.

London 2012 (2012-06-27) by IOCThe Olympic Museum

THE LOOK OF THE GAMES

London 2012 (2012-06-27) by IOCThe Olympic Museum

LINES RADIATING OUTWARDS

Structural lines determine the image’s spatial arrangement and overall balance, drawing attention to the centre.

London 2012, IOC, 2012-06-27, From the collection of: The Olympic Museum
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On this map of the world, the logo, superimposed onto the United Kingdom, serves as a focal point.

London 2012, IOC, 2012-06-27, From the collection of: The Olympic Museum
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The logo takes pride of place.

London 2012, IOC, 2012-06-27, From the collection of: The Olympic Museum
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The series of structural lines used for the stadium design also featured on the medals.

London 2012, IOC, 2012-06-27, From the collection of: The Olympic Museum
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The Olympic Stadium in Stratford.

London 2012, IOC, 2012-06-27, From the collection of: The Olympic Museum
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In what was a first in Olympic history, the logo did not feature the city or the country, but the year – 2012. Four strong, loud colours, inspired by the worlds of media, communication and fashion.

London 2012, IOC, 2012-06-27, From the collection of: The Olympic Museum
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London 2012, Alphotographic, 2013-12-17, From the collection of: The Olympic Museum
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The Games slogan reflected the desire to appeal to young people and share the Games identity on social media. Everyone was made to feel like a part of the event.

London 2012 (2012-06-27) by IOCThe Olympic Museum

THE FORCE OF GEOMETRY

In the interests of consistency and impact, a Look Book was published, providing specific guidelines on every aspect of the Olympic visual identity: signage, banners, city decorations, typography, etc.

London 2012, IOC, 2012-06-27, From the collection of: The Olympic Museum
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The signage project.

London 2012, IOC, 2012-06-27, From the collection of: The Olympic Museum
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Signage at the site of the Olympic Stadium in Stratford.

London 2012, ImageGap, 2013-12-18, From the collection of: The Olympic Museum
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The Olympic Stadium.

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