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About this design
HK Route11
HK Route11 (China) (Road Sign) Black Coffee Mug
This design sets a bold amber shield around a pair of black numerals 11, borrowing the look of a route marker that tells travellers exactly where they are going.
Visual Elements & Composition
Amber yellow dominates the artwork, filling roughly three-fifths of the composition. A pointed-bottom shield sits centred within the frame, and two heavy black numerals 11 stand inside it with plenty of breathing room. White makes up the remaining space as a clean field around the shield, while a small amount of black gives the numerals their punch. There is no border, no secondary text and no decorative flourish. The flat vector treatment keeps every edge crisp, so the mark reads instantly at a glance.
Meaning & Symbolism
Route markers are among the most efficient pieces of signage ever designed: a shape and a number that carry direction without a single word. Here the shield form and bold numerals draw on that tradition of functional navigation graphics, and the HK Route 11 designation anchors the piece to a specific transit corridor in the Hong Kong region of China. The artwork celebrates movement and connection, the everyday rhythm of commuting, and the wider development of the region's road network. Its military-insignia echo gives the shield a sense of order and purpose.
Turning the Shield in Your Hand
A mug is a thing you turn in your hands, rotating it slowly while the coffee cools, so the shield will drift in and out of view with every sip. Each turn brings the amber field and the bold 11 around again, a small route you can follow from the first mouthful to the last. It is a quietly cheeky way to start a morning, with the commute printed right where your fingers rest.
- Theme
- Road Sign
- Place
- China
- Printed
- When you order it
Glossy black ceramic mugs in two practical sizes — 11 oz (≈330 ml) and 15 oz (≈440 ml). Comfortable C-handle, microwave- and dishwasher-safe, and manufactured to be lead- and BPA-free. Note: printed blacks may read slightly different from the mug’s base color.
These mugs are made from solid ceramic with a glossy glaze that gives a deep, even surface for printing. Sublimation printing embeds ink into the glaze so artwork sits smoothly on the mug rather than simply sitting on top — that means better resistance to fading and scratching during normal use.
They’re available in the classic 11-ounce size for everyday black coffee and tea, and a larger 15-ounce cup if you like extra room for milk, foam or a long pour. The C-shaped handle is wide enough for a secure grip and balances the mug well when full.
- Material: 100% ceramic with a high-gloss finish for punchy, saturated results.
- Sizes: 11 oz (≈330 ml) and 15 oz (≈440 ml) — choose your routine size.
- Printing: sublimation process fuses color into the glaze for durable imagery.
- Safety: lead- and BPA-free; meets common food-contact safety standards.
- Design note: very dark artwork and the mug’s black base can produce subtle shade differences — add a thin lighter outline to ensure contrast if needed.
These mugs are at home in the kitchen, on the office desk, or tucked into a morning routine. They work for espresso shots, pour-overs, oat-milk lattes — you name it. The larger size is handy when you want a second cup’s worth without a refill.
- Daily use: fill with your preferred brew and sip — the mug handles hot liquids safely.
- Office-friendly: fits most standard mug warmers and sits securely on communal trays and kitchen counters.
- Gifting: packs well (wrap with a soft layer) and pairs nicely with coffee beans, tea tins, or a small box of biscuits.
Practical tip: for very dark designs, try a thin light border or a small margin so the artwork reads cleanly against the black ceramic.
These mugs are both microwave- and dishwasher-safe, but gentle habits extend the life of the print. We recommend dishwasher use on the top rack and milder cycles when possible.
Hand-washing is the friendliest option: warm water, mild dish soap, and a soft sponge. Avoid steel wool, harsh scouring pads, or blasting with extremely hot industrial cycles. And a quick reminder — don’t microwave an empty mug.
Two sizes: 11 oz (approx. 330 ml) and 15 oz (approx. 440 ml). The smaller cup is the familiar, everyday size; the larger one is for fuller pours and extra-creamy drinks.
Each mug’s mouth and height are proportioned so they’re easy to drink from and easy to clean. If you’re pairing with saucers or nesting in cabinets, expect the 15 oz to be slightly wider and taller than the 11 oz.
Size guide
All measurements are product dimensions in inches.
| 11 oz | 15 oz | |
|---|---|---|
| Height (in) | 3.86 | 4.72 |
| Diameter (in) | 3.35 | 3.35 |
| Diameter with handle (in) | 4.72 | 5.12 |
Note: dimensions are nominal — small production tolerances may apply. If you need precise fitment (e.g., for nested storage or custom packaging), please allow a small margin.