Revolutionizing Time Perception: Anaptár Lunar Calendar

Anna Farkas and Miklós Batisz's Award-Winning Design Visualizes Astronomical Data

Unlike traditional calendars that present time linearly, Anaptár visualizes time cyclically, reflecting the cyclical nature of lunar and solar movements. This innovative approach was inspired by Farkas's realization that most people perceive time in a linear fashion, a perception she sought to challenge with her design.

The Anaptár calendar is not just a tool for marking days; it's a source of fascinating discoveries. It makes astronomical correlations visible, providing information about the Sun and the Moon's movements in the sky. The calendar also includes details about seasons, solstices, equinoxes, daylight saving time, hours of sunshine, and various lunar cycle parameters. This wealth of data is presented in a visually stunning, complex, yet easily comprehensible system.

Produced using offset print on Arctic Volume White paper, the Anaptár calendar is a testament to meticulous design and precision. Each version of the calendar is unique, representing data specific to a given city. Since its inception in 2009, over 30 versions have been designed for 13 different cities, from Tokyo to Sydney, in five different languages.

The Anaptár calendar's unique properties and innovative design have not gone unnoticed in the design world. In 2019, it was awarded the Silver A' Design Award in the Graphics, Illustration, and Visual Communication Design category. This prestigious award recognizes top-of-the-line, creative, and professionally remarkable designs that illustrate outstanding expertise and innovation.

The Anaptár calendar is more than just a tool for keeping track of days. It's a visual exploration of time and space, a testament to the beauty of our celestial bodies, and a reminder of the cyclical nature of time. With its unique design and innovative approach to visualizing data, the Anaptár calendar is truly a masterpiece of design.