tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-351005612012-01-27T13:30:27.915ZAnamorphosis"To change something build a new model that makes the existing model obsolete." Buckminster FullerKate Andrews *http://www.blogger.com/profile/01226691391362010147noreply@blogger.comBlogger7661100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-13727576177168175822011-09-14T15:34:00.011Z2011-09-14T15:54:20.197ZComposition No. 1 by Marc Saporta: To be read in any order.Continuing to push the boundaries of book publishing and literary form, London based book publisher Visual Editions have published their third title. Composition No. 1, by Marc Saporta, is the first ever book-in-a-box, it first came out it in the 60s.Tom Uglow of Google introduces it and Matt Pyke of Universal Everything designed it: celebrating and exploring different (non-linear) ways of Kate Andrews *http://www.blogger.com/profile/01226691391362010147noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-71371877784561403362010-11-09T22:32:00.014Z2011-09-14T15:51:30.922ZTree of Codes by Jonathan Safran FoerIn September new London publisher Visual Editions launched with their first book, a re-imagining of the literary classic Tristram Shandy. This month, they have done it again! Their second book, Tree of Codes, will be published next week (15 November 2010).With a different die-cut on every page, Tree of Codes explores previously unchartered literary territory. Initially deemed impossible to make, Kate Andrews *http://www.blogger.com/profile/01226691391362010147noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-33876510170948671362010-09-27T20:10:00.010Z2010-09-27T20:26:23.784ZVisual Editions launch with a re-imagining of Tristram ShandyNew London-based book publishers Visual Editions have launched their first title this week - a re-imagining of The Life and Opinions of Tristram Shandy, Gentleman by Laurence Sterne. Introduced by Will Self and designed by A Practice for Everyday Life, this is much more than your standard novel.Buy your copy of Tristram Shandy here for a mere £15/$25 (+P&P), and go check out what Visual Editions Kate Andrews *http://www.blogger.com/profile/01226691391362010147noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-74641898366426570232010-05-27T09:54:00.001Z2010-05-27T09:56:15.436ZProject10 – Calling 2010 Graduates!Are you a 2010 graduate designer? Plan-B Studio founder Steve Price has a challenge for you! Since the beginning of 2010 Steve has been undertaking a rather intriguing challenge, Project 10; 10 projects in 10 months working with 10 NFP/NGO organisations or projects. Rather than sending out press releases to promote the endeavor, he has been using the London Newspaper Club to create a Kate Andrews *http://www.blogger.com/profile/01226691391362010147noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-76431463858494621032010-02-26T00:49:00.006Z2010-02-26T01:04:42.702ZThink Act Vote - Calling Designers!Passionate about social issues? Think your communication talents could contribute and capture a message about ethical fashion?In partnership with ethical fashion label Komodo, Think Act Vote is a new campaign launching this month with a search for a carbon neutral t-shirt design. The project is seeking contributions from up and coming designers, artists and illustrators, with only one proviso to Kate Andrews *http://www.blogger.com/profile/01226691391362010147noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-8316455713713182972010-02-22T00:59:00.004Z2010-02-22T01:03:44.384ZCardboard illustrations A brilliant collection of characters illustrated on cardboard by graffiti artist, designer Berni Valenta.carly barretthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05852653783191562636noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-51566458213850868842010-02-22T00:27:00.005Z2010-02-22T00:42:12.599ZThe glorious garden of mighty metaman A beautiful concept and execution of this 100-sided illustration/photography-book featuring characters Mighty Metaman and his sidekick Spiekermannman. Created by Illustrator, Designer, Photographer Alex Schulz.carly barretthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05852653783191562636noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-72052930750073405372010-02-19T14:40:00.007Z2010-02-19T15:09:42.935ZTop 52 Graphic Design BlogsA huge thank you to Keith Cushner from SR Education Group (c/o Guide to Computer Training) for including Anamorphosis in their Top Graphic Design Blogs list! "There is a plethora of graphic design blogs out there, but we've narrowed it down to our favorite 52 blogs. These blogs are the most comprehensive, most up-to-date, and - naturally - the best designed."from Rose Stewarthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07956263339126528444noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-77308867445849414352010-02-12T21:14:00.005Z2010-02-12T21:54:58.964ZThe Policing PledgeA new series of adverts from the Home Office aim to raise awareness about The Policing Pledge; what it is and how people can find out more.The Policing Pledge is a national set of promises to the public which every police force has signed up to. The campaign, both on television and in print, is beautifully executed (reminiscent of old fashion 'Keep Calm' adverts) with a clever use of typography Rose Stewarthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07956263339126528444noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-35196827168255012362010-01-30T10:46:00.004Z2010-01-30T11:00:13.049ZAnimated WallpaperSome interesting and beautiful new media work from design team Non-Format. This project was to create a set of animated wallpapers for Japanese mobile phone company Iida. Great typography brought to life by animation.About Non-Format: Kjell Ekhorn (Norwegian) and Jon Forss (British) have worked together as the creative direction & design team Non-Format since 2000. They work on a range of Rose Stewarthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07956263339126528444noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-6852940088900078102010-01-28T00:39:00.002Z2010-01-28T00:44:26.819ZI'll be gone An absolutely beautiful, mesmerizing video created by Korb. Everyone should see this, it's amazing.carly barretthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05852653783191562636noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-66493896374269747382010-01-28T00:15:00.004Z2010-01-28T00:46:58.677ZBemboszoo Bemboszoo is a must see website to simply make you smile.carly barretthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05852653783191562636noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-12426323845836381202010-01-27T23:52:00.002Z2010-01-27T23:57:44.858ZTapeography A typeface created from cassette tape by Ersinhan Ersin. More great work to check out, including 'I hate 2D posters' on website.carly barretthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05852653783191562636noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-54581333429020568492010-01-19T21:46:00.005Z2010-01-19T21:53:24.775ZHMF Great collection of fonts created by Estonia based design company HMF (HandMadeFont) who specialize in developing unique, untraditional fonts generated by the inspiration of everything that surrounds them.carly barretthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05852653783191562636noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-90277385796286585492010-01-19T21:36:00.003Z2010-01-19T21:41:00.551ZBrock Davis Amazing self-initiated projects in a variety of mediums produced by artist and musician Brock Davis. His work is a must see.carly barretthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05852653783191562636noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-943382257454405612010-01-19T21:17:00.003Z2010-01-19T21:24:11.177ZZebra Work produced by designer Måns Wikström."This was made one night when the expression “It’s raining cats and dogs” just didn’t cut it, it rained more then that, it rained… uhm.. …zebras!"carly barretthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05852653783191562636noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-56862216853642714082010-01-17T17:28:00.011Z2010-01-17T23:18:39.790ZART WORK SPACEAn upcoming exhibition, the 2009 Sony World Photography Awards, caught my attention in the London Metro this week. A collection of photographs documenting our world, from both established and aspiring photographers, have been selected for this year's awards, covering a variety of subjects but united in celebrating photography.Whether a self-initiated project or an aid to the news and media, a Rose Stewarthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07956263339126528444noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-69663800137414245542010-01-17T12:14:00.009Z2010-01-17T13:13:18.406ZIf You Could CollaborateIf You Could Collaborate is the fourth annual exhibition and collection of work in the If You Could series. While every year's body of work builds on the foundation on collaborating, bringing together creatives from different disciplines to submit work in answer to a theme or queston, this year's work has felt more compelling by reinforcing this foundation.If You Could Collaborate didn't set a Rose Stewarthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07956263339126528444noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-11801583397374216352009-11-12T00:33:00.001Z2009-11-12T00:33:37.662ZChop Cup A great little movie called CHOP CUP from :weareom: on Vimeo.carly barretthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05852653783191562636noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-61262420428855114082009-11-12T00:12:00.004Z2009-11-12T00:27:07.328ZVote For Art President and founder Jeremy Parker of Vote For Art, a new startup backed by the large apparel company David Peyser Sportswear have partnered with Purdue University to launch their first major contest of 'Create the new Purdue basketball t-shirt.' The winners' artwork will be printed on t-shirts and sold at the University bookstore. (Winning designers will earn $500 and 2% of t-shirt sales). carly barretthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05852653783191562636noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-24580036551529648692009-11-10T22:38:00.005Z2009-11-10T23:15:58.177ZLucky Brilliant stop motion music video, animated entirely with glow sticks by Darcy Predergast, an animation company in Melbourne, Australia. More stop motion cartoons with a twisted sense of humor are also a must see.carly barretthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05852653783191562636noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-23313965536926085322009-11-10T22:22:00.002Z2009-11-10T22:26:19.725ZOleg Medvedev Illustrator Oleg Medvedev creates stunning illustrations, with beautiful line textures and colouring.carly barretthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05852653783191562636noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-4936909821540873262009-11-10T22:14:00.002Z2009-11-10T22:17:56.168ZEolo Perfido Great photography by Eolo Perfidocarly barretthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05852653783191562636noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-81319623153701756392009-11-10T22:06:00.002Z2009-11-10T22:10:09.864ZBlossomwell Inspirational typography by designer Craig Ward.carly barretthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05852653783191562636noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-1224273361478215112009-11-10T21:55:00.002Z2009-11-10T21:59:44.655ZChris Gilmour Amazing craftsmanship by Chris Gilmour. Check out his website for more incredible creations and work in progress. (Cardboard and glue life size, 2003)carly barretthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05852653783191562636noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-48979901262826070042009-11-10T21:39:00.002Z2009-11-10T21:48:54.170ZBjorn Johansson Beautiful typography by designer, illustrator Bjorn Johansson.carly barretthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05852653783191562636noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-46416411822789095072009-07-15T06:49:00.002Z2009-07-15T06:52:37.925ZGreengaged 2009London Design Festival's sustainable design hub - Greengaged is making a big return for 2009. Co-designed with thomas.matthews and web designer Daniel Howells, I'm pleased to announce the launch of the brand new Greengaged website!Kate Andrews *http://www.blogger.com/profile/01226691391362010147noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-17286205198700145362009-07-15T06:43:00.004Z2009-07-15T06:47:58.091ZArts University College BournemouthI have just discovered the news that my undergraduate college The Arts Institute at Bournemouth has gained University status and is now The Arts University College Bournemouth, interesting how its name includes both a 'university' and 'college'. This is great news for Bournemouth, congratulations and what a beautifully executed new brand and website!Kate Andrews *http://www.blogger.com/profile/01226691391362010147noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-68035826026449889672009-07-11T21:39:00.003Z2009-07-11T21:53:39.992ZA View on Harvard GSDTank Books- "A View on Harvard GSD is a new publication documenting the work of students and faculty at the Graduate School of Design. More than 350 people submitted pages to the project, which showcases the creativity and diversity of the research conducted there."This looks and sounds like an incredibly beautiful book. A must have!carly barretthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05852653783191562636noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-15927976247241618642009-07-01T13:57:00.009Z2009-07-01T15:06:54.812ZPop-Up TypographyA recent addition to my book collection was a pop-up typography book, ABC3D by French designer Marion Bataille, video shown above; a brilliant exploration of the process of construction and interaction, through the letters of the alphabet. Each letter is carefully constructed using only paper and minimal colour (red, white and black). Its ability to combine a primitive feel through it's use of Rose Stewarthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07956263339126528444noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-44765808652987646632009-07-01T13:00:00.009Z2009-07-15T06:53:28.080ZIn Three WordsLast weekend saw the graphic design graduates from the Arts Institute at Bournemouth, newly named as the Arts University College, move their end of year exhibition in Bournemouth to the D&AD New Blood exhibition in London this week.Entitled 'In Three Words', each student has identified themselves and their work by describing their individual aptitudes, methods and virtues in three words. The Rose Stewarthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07956263339126528444noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-46797672565486579032009-05-28T09:00:00.000Z2009-05-28T09:00:02.002ZAndrey KawasakiIllustrator Andrey Kawasaki creates innocent yet erotic images which are all contradictions within themselves. Influenced by both Manga comic and Art Nouveau, Andrey combines her sharp graphic imagery with the natural grain of the wood panels she paints on. Creating this beautiful effect above.carly barretthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05852653783191562636noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-74849131181639891572009-05-27T17:51:00.004Z2009-05-27T18:00:09.838ZSara WatsonStudent Sara Watson is currently studying for a degree in drawing and image making at the University of Central Lancashire. This amazing photograph illustrates three hours work, spray paint and a recycled car from Recycling Lives. A brilliant, imaginative illusion.carly barretthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05852653783191562636noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-46880921716581694302009-05-23T19:49:00.000Z2009-05-21T19:54:31.074ZAdam SimpsonAmazing illustration work through out the incredible collection of posters featured on Illustrator/designer Adam Simpsons website.carly barretthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05852653783191562636noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-36703970342606208082009-05-22T09:00:00.000Z2009-05-22T09:00:01.717ZJohan PragSwedish Art Director Johan Prag now living and working in Tokyo, Japan has an incredible collection of stunning typography, photography, Print and Film. Really great Work.carly barretthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05852653783191562636noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-54261056095888344062009-05-21T18:18:00.004Z2009-05-21T18:28:37.552ZCandice Leick The beautiful, inspirational work of Minneapolis-based designer Candice Leick was recently brought to my attention. If your in need of some packaging, branding or illustration inspiration then checking out her work is a must.carly barretthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05852653783191562636noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-44286760393325480112009-04-21T17:00:00.006Z2009-04-21T17:06:36.684ZKept - Things Don't Have to Be RubbishKept is a new movement celebrating the “stuff” that can be kept in the world, stuff that isn’t rubbish. “Together we will help the people who still design and sell rubbish to embrace the change”.To get involved, tell your stories and share what “things” you have kept, big or small, by visiting www.kept.it or if you use twitter just add #kept to your tweet! You can also follow project news on Kate Andrews *http://www.blogger.com/profile/01226691391362010147noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-20843115988543106422009-04-21T16:31:00.003Z2009-04-21T16:37:05.679ZRecycled Cardboard Macbook CaseArchitecture student Alastair Hunter has recycled some cardboard to create this beautifully crafted macbook case! More images here!Kate Andrews *http://www.blogger.com/profile/01226691391362010147noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-42926343527791062022009-04-03T13:07:00.006Z2009-04-03T13:21:47.837ZI Am Free, Are You?Working with the team behind London's Affluenza Exhibition last month, graphic designer Chris Clarke produced a magnificent 16 page tabloid for the show. Printed on 48gsm Ayelsford 100% recycled newsprint, post consumer waste, the tabloid featured information on the team, speakers and events for the week, as well as biographies from the 42 multi-disciplinary exhibitors. Well done Chris.Kate Andrews *http://www.blogger.com/profile/01226691391362010147noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-45290577551338287402009-04-03T12:32:00.005Z2009-04-03T12:41:49.263ZThe Fedrigoni MountainsBritish Graphic Designer and Art Director Alex Ostrowski, and Illustrator and Set Maker Hattie Newman have just finished building The Fedrigoni Mountains, an impressive model mountain range, fashioned using Fedrigoni papers. The pair also commissioned twelve intrepid illustrators to 'explore' the paper slopes and visualise their discoveries on B1 sheets of paper. Each paper peak was peppered withKate Andrews *http://www.blogger.com/profile/01226691391362010147noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-57439719110998501132009-02-14T10:43:00.006Z2009-02-14T10:52:13.314ZThe Affluenza ExhibitionThe Affluenza Exhibition is a multi-disciplinary visual arts exhibition and series of talks and events taking place in Clerkenwell, London from the 19th – 28th March 2009.In collaboration with the Samaritans, talented photographer Hege Sæbjørnsen is organising ‘Affluenza’… THE exhibition. With an aim to promote “creative self-expression as a powerful tool to develop an understanding of ourselvesKate Andrews *http://www.blogger.com/profile/01226691391362010147noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-78105487658462806782009-01-08T19:22:00.006Z2009-01-08T20:11:36.630ZDo Good Design"Do Good Design: How Designers Can Save the World" is a new book authored by David Berman with a foreword by Erik Spiekermann. What a fabulous way to start 2009!"Design matters, like never before. Designers create so much of what we see, what we use, and what we experience. In this time of unprecedented environmental, social, and economic crises, designers will choose what their young profession Kate Andrews *http://www.blogger.com/profile/01226691391362010147noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-33176671818519535742008-12-14T23:56:00.003Z2008-12-15T00:01:35.800ZTie Me To Your Favourite ThingAs part of her Douceurs post graduate service designer Lauren Currie (a.k.a RedJotter) took a dozen balloons to a park in Edinburgh and asked people she met to tie them to their favourite thing. Lovely!Kate Andrews *http://www.blogger.com/profile/01226691391362010147noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-47908478855696617582008-11-16T12:46:00.002Z2008-11-16T12:53:22.521ZMarian Bantjes Designs Practivism PosterFamed Graphic Designer Marian Bantjes designed this poster for last week's Practivism event, a speaker series talk on Sustainability run by The Society of Graphic Designers/BC Chapter. Guest Speakers included Marc Alt, Brian Dougherty and Eric Karjaluoto who presented their strategies and suggestions for practical activism within a design practice. This poster is a refreshing example that Green Kate Andrews *http://www.blogger.com/profile/01226691391362010147noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-24213802044909358762008-11-16T12:42:00.002Z2008-11-16T12:45:13.178ZColaLife Project Gets AnimatedThis 30 second animation has been created to support the ColaLife campaign. Support ColaLife by joining the Facebook Group.Kate Andrews *http://www.blogger.com/profile/01226691391362010147noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-58267252589971094902008-11-11T09:00:00.000Z2008-11-11T09:00:01.256ZMoving Showroom Swedish furniture giant IKEA converted the Kobe Portliner Monorail into a moving showroom before the opening of a new retail outlet at Port Island in April 09.carly barretthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05852653783191562636noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-40835707711178584142008-11-06T09:00:00.000Z2008-11-06T09:00:02.644ZMichael BosankoBeautiful Light Sculptures created by Photographer Michael Bosanko.carly barretthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05852653783191562636noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-12636901864211503852008-11-01T09:00:00.004Z2008-11-04T13:42:30.099ZShapeflow TypefaceA well thought through typeface created my French designer Thibaud Cartigny.carly barretthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05852653783191562636noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-59499467083583267852008-10-30T13:11:00.006Z2008-10-30T18:37:03.726ZUK Print Design Competition "Participate in Optimalprints first annual print design contest for professional graphic artists and amateur designers. Create a design for an event card not presently offered by Optimalprint. Entries in this category should employ unique design elements and should be relevant to one or more of the following age groups: Babies, Children, Youth, Adults or Seniors. Design competition categories carly barretthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05852653783191562636noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-45182048722447472772008-10-20T11:46:00.006Z2008-10-20T11:54:03.316ZDesign for Social Change Workshops!On Friday 21st November, final year and graduate designers will run simultaneous workshops up and down the country, in an exciting stage two of thinkpublic's Real Work Experience! What do designers and graduates need, to be able to use their skills to tackle social issues? What does a movement toward socially responsible design look like to you? If you'd like to attend, sign up on Facebook or Kate Andrews *http://www.blogger.com/profile/01226691391362010147noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-24422962636731237052008-10-17T00:34:00.006Z2008-10-17T00:47:49.590ZAnimating the Built Environment through ConversationEarlier this month, Minimaforms presented their Memory Cloud installation in London's Trafalgar Square. Icon Magazine explained, Memory Cloud set out to "create an interaction between a 5,000-year-old kind of communication – smoke signals – and a new one, SMS."Kate Andrews *http://www.blogger.com/profile/01226691391362010147noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-49125193480817221372008-10-16T13:24:00.002Z2008-10-16T13:26:58.358ZKyle Cooper ShowreelLast night the celebrated movie titles designer Kyle Cooper presented his work at D&AD President’s lecture. Via Eye Magazine BlogKate Andrews *http://www.blogger.com/profile/01226691391362010147noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-10195943701187658482008-10-16T09:00:00.002Z2008-10-16T12:30:57.654ZStudioMatadorStudioMatador have collaborated with international artists and designers to create a collection of beautiful limited edition notebooks called Unfinished and Unpublished. The collection of notebooks are inspired by the philosophy of Wabi Sabi, 'a celebration of the unconventional and imperfect.' The incomplete nature of the notebooks allow the user to add to the creation, making the unfinished carly barretthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05852653783191562636noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-90990728518620185372008-10-13T06:14:00.005Z2008-10-13T06:23:49.429ZPeople's Design Awards - Design ObserverDesign Observer has been nominated for The People's Design Awards, part of the National Design Awards from the Cooper-Hewitt National Design Museum. Please vote here.Kate Andrews *http://www.blogger.com/profile/01226691391362010147noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-77497778588990415012008-10-08T12:52:00.004Z2008-10-08T13:05:52.434ZPixelnotes WallpaperCreated by Sirkka Hammer & Duncan Wilson, Pixelnotes is: "A wallpaper consisting of four layers of varying grey tones on a bright primary backing. Each layer is perforated in a grid format and backed with a tacky adhesive similar to ‘post-it’ notes. Pixelnotes is inspired by the way we work within a space. The walls become functional, an integrated noticeboard that documents our activity within carly barretthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05852653783191562636noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-19946612935584388002008-09-21T10:48:00.002Z2008-09-21T10:51:36.679ZThe Joy of Not Being Sold Anything!Sophie Thomas (thomas.matthews) showed this image at Greengaged this week, makes you think twice! Image: 2008 © GreengagedKate Andrews *http://www.blogger.com/profile/01226691391362010147noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-78500923291587120782008-09-17T18:18:00.005Z2008-09-17T18:26:23.059ZWhat Do You See in 2058?On Monday evening, London United took a group of Greengaged participants on an inspiring journey to 2058. Consider it yourself, what does the city of 2058 look like? What sounds are about? Where are the people, and what are they doing? What clothes are people wearing? What emotions do you get? What emotions do you see on others? Are people happy, are they talking to one another? Where can you buyKate Andrews *http://www.blogger.com/profile/01226691391362010147noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-4564480278680372682008-09-15T08:11:00.008Z2008-09-15T19:17:43.457Zgreengaged, the BIG BANG breakfast!After much anticipation, London Design Festival's sustainable design hub 'Greengaged' kicked off this morning! With over 40 events happening here at the Design Council over the next week, the debate over designs ecological responsibility is sure to take a huge leap forward. Follow the happenings at Greengaged.com, see the photos on Flickr or follow us on Twitter.Kate Andrews *http://www.blogger.com/profile/01226691391362010147noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-40329182599794468142008-09-12T09:00:00.001Z2008-09-12T09:00:02.057ZScenes of Graphic LondonTeal Triggs (Professor of Graphic Design, University of the Arts London) has written a timely editorial for the London Design Festival 2008. Highlighting the importance of Graphic Design to the UK capital. Read the full article.Kate Andrews *http://www.blogger.com/profile/01226691391362010147noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-53127661869156997462008-09-10T15:00:00.000Z2008-09-10T15:00:01.131ZCredit CrunchSomething a little timely from Airside designer Guy Moorhouse. More at the Airside ShopKate Andrews *http://www.blogger.com/profile/01226691391362010147noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-15421912392385665242008-09-09T12:00:00.000Z2008-09-09T12:37:04.623ZThe Informational CityOn Tuesday 23 September, at London College of Communication, Information Environments will present 'The Informational City', an evening of talks about the relationship between design and information. Guest speakers include Kasper de Graaf and Jason Bruges. For more information visit London Design Festival 2008.Kate Andrews *http://www.blogger.com/profile/01226691391362010147noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-45504490547042039142008-09-09T09:00:00.006Z2008-09-09T09:00:00.939ZWallpaper* illustrates what Digital Design Still Can't Do!"Print can still do lots of things you can’t do online, and one of the more striking and tactile techniques in the print designer’s armoury is die-cutting", writes John L. Walters. The October issue of Wallpaper*, out on Saturday 13 September, features a sixteen-page feature from Zaha Hadid, full with sculptural custom cuts. Fabulous! Via Eye's Blog.Kate Andrews *http://www.blogger.com/profile/01226691391362010147noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-63770759244907254542008-09-08T09:00:00.001Z2008-09-08T09:00:00.577Z24HR DESIGN & MAKEOn Friday 19th Sept at 7am, a number of creative teams will be given basic materials, tools and have 24hours to answer their given brief... 24hr Design & Make.Kate Andrews *http://www.blogger.com/profile/01226691391362010147noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-89740748237001924132008-09-05T09:00:00.001Z2008-09-05T09:00:07.297ZNew Cinematic Orchestra Film, To Build a HomeWith thanks to the team at Creative Review for screening the new Cinematic Orchestra video for both "To Build a Home" and "Breathe" - yes, two tracks, one video. Directed by Up The Resolution, this is a beautiful music video, simple and yet more captivating than any I have seen for a long time. Watch the video, CRBlogKate Andrews *http://www.blogger.com/profile/01226691391362010147noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-39960572113229529902008-09-04T09:00:00.001Z2008-09-04T09:00:00.722ZProject H’s Design For Education project on IdeablobProject H Design, the product design nonprofit founded by Emily Pilloton, is currently in the running to win $10,000 for their newly launched project to design educational math toys for the developing world. Please help Project H by voting for them on Ideablob.Kate Andrews *http://www.blogger.com/profile/01226691391362010147noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-34998708970322969472008-09-03T03:00:00.000Z2008-09-03T03:00:00.631ZThe Happiest Book in the WorldAward winning and oh-so-succcessful design graduate Alex Ostrowski is in conversation with leading design publishers to produce his Happiness experience... Amazing. (Very exciting, when you encourage a good idea to happen!). We will keep you up dated!Kate Andrews *http://www.blogger.com/profile/01226691391362010147noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-59664445264343281762008-09-02T09:00:00.004Z2008-09-02T09:00:01.121ZRevenge is SweetLondon designers Angelique Piliere & Lee Owens (aka. Revenge is Sweet) will be taking over The Flea Pit bar/cafe in East London from September 19 - October 4 in a debut exhibition of typography, illustration and print design. (Thanks Matty).Kate Andrews *http://www.blogger.com/profile/01226691391362010147noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-42371881864529325862008-09-01T09:00:00.000Z2008-09-01T09:00:00.536ZLightmarkImpressive photography from LightmarkKate Andrews *http://www.blogger.com/profile/01226691391362010147noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-80781410113375418982008-08-30T09:00:00.000Z2008-08-30T09:00:01.154ZTelescopic TextTelescopic Text - A great idea for splash page from Joe DavisKate Andrews *http://www.blogger.com/profile/01226691391362010147noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-18275115799036078742008-08-29T09:00:00.002Z2008-08-29T09:00:00.912ZDesigning Water's FutureCalling design students to use their creative thinking skills to address the global fresh water crisis, the AIGA, INDEX, Circle of Blue and New York design firm Collins have collaborated to launch the first annual Aspen Design Challenge, 'Designing Water's Future'.Kate Andrews *http://www.blogger.com/profile/01226691391362010147noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-6720243124741702902008-08-28T17:00:00.000Z2008-08-28T17:00:01.245ZThe Prix PictetLast month 18 of the world’s leading photographers were shortlisted for The Prix Pictet, the first photography award dedicated to sustainability. Can a photograph really help to sustain the planet? According to The Prix Pictet, “It depends on the photograph.” Read my original feature on Inhabitat.comKate Andrews *http://www.blogger.com/profile/01226691391362010147noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-2379036238798203582008-08-28T09:00:00.000Z2008-08-28T09:00:01.129ZHow Design Can Save DemocracyIn conjunction with NYTimes.com, the AIGA's Ric Grefé and Jessica Friedman Hewitt have developed an interactive demonstration of how good ballot design can improve the voting experience.Kate Andrews *http://www.blogger.com/profile/01226691391362010147noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-2065386340148410132008-08-27T09:00:00.001Z2008-08-27T09:00:00.984ZRetooling Ourselves: Collaborative Design ActionsHosted by designers for sustainability network The o2 Global Network, Retooling Ourselves: Collaborative Design Actions is a series of participative events intended to spark eco-creativity, during the 2008 London Design Festival. Find out more hereKate Andrews *http://www.blogger.com/profile/01226691391362010147noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-33514225116143484542008-08-26T09:00:00.003Z2008-08-26T09:51:38.228ZBrad DowneyInspirational and humorous work from Kentucky based designer Brad Downey. "Downey uses humor to underscore institutional regulation of public behavior and to provoke awareness of how this control affects the evaluation of art, self and social status."carly barretthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05852653783191562636noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-43887032565668298412008-08-25T17:00:00.000Z2008-08-25T17:00:00.910ZTowards Tomorrow's DesignerWhat does it take to be a good designer today? And what will it take tomorrow? In a fast-moving world full of fast-changing client demands, these are vital questions for UK design. As part of London Design Festival 2008, The Design Council is hosting Towards Tomorrow's Designer, an evening debate on 22nd September.Kate Andrews *http://www.blogger.com/profile/01226691391362010147noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-34150230837567561632008-08-25T09:02:00.000Z2008-08-25T09:02:01.299ZThis is real work that'll make a real difference...The image above is of an “illegal” poster installation installed by this years Project M’ers at MICA in Baltimore to promote the Project M Design Lab in Alabama. The small copy explains: "This is not Design School. This is not New York. This is not Pentagram. This is real work that’ll make a real difference for real people who you will really meet and whose lives you will really change."Kate Andrews *http://www.blogger.com/profile/01226691391362010147noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-15803535962120985912008-08-24T09:00:00.000Z2008-08-24T09:00:00.712ZContinuum + Rockefeller WorkshopIn June 2008, the Rockefeller Foundation invited a group of designers to explore models to accelerate design innovation leading to social change. The resultant report describes actions and commitments that emerged from the meeting. MoreKate Andrews *http://www.blogger.com/profile/01226691391362010147noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-45523055510680261402008-08-23T09:24:00.001Z2008-08-23T09:24:00.170ZObjectifiedDue for world launch early 2009, Gary Hustwit's new film Objectified is a feature-length independent documentary about industrial design. "It’s a look at the creativity at work behind everything from toothbrushes to tech gadgets. It’s about the people who re-examine, re-evaluate and re-invent our manufactured environment on a daily basis. It’s about personal expression, identity, consumerism, andKate Andrews *http://www.blogger.com/profile/01226691391362010147noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-38708010228762529122008-08-22T12:00:00.002Z2008-08-22T12:00:00.748ZGreengagedThe 2008 London Design Festival will see the launch of Greengaged, a series of events, debates, workshops, exhibitions, seminars and masterclasses held at the Design Council that will focus on sustainability issues, exchange ideas and carve out new roles for design. Greengaged has been organised by [re]design, thomas.matthews and Kingston University.Kate Andrews *http://www.blogger.com/profile/01226691391362010147noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-55042807933033841212008-08-22T09:00:00.000Z2008-08-22T09:00:00.535Z$16 million research partnership will investigate "design thinking"The San Jose Business Journal has reported that Stanford University and the Hasso-Plattner-Institute have announced a $16 million research collaboration that will investigate "design thinking". The methodology that melds an end-user focus with multidisciplinary collaboration and iterative improvement to produce products, services or experiences.Kate Andrews *http://www.blogger.com/profile/01226691391362010147noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-3384393775055628982008-08-21T09:38:00.000Z2008-08-21T09:38:01.168ZJethro HaynesSurreal sculptures from London designer/illustrator Jethro Haynes.Kate Andrews *http://www.blogger.com/profile/01226691391362010147noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-49364513141638184452008-08-20T09:00:00.000Z2008-08-20T09:00:00.975ZAIGA Announces Winners of Winterhouse Design Writing & Criticism AwardThe AIGA website has announced the winners of the Winterhouse Awards for Design Writing & Criticism. Congratulations go to David Barringer, recipient of the $10,000 Writing Award, and Annie Simpson and Joshua Yaffa, recipients of $1,000 Education Awards. [Via DesignObserver]Kate Andrews *http://www.blogger.com/profile/01226691391362010147noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-89538828644600799552008-08-19T09:00:00.000Z2008-08-19T09:00:00.721ZJourneys to HealthAiming to design innovative volunteering opportunities in the UK health sector, Journeys to Health is an insightful initiative founded in 2007 by Thinkpublic and UK volunteering charity TimeBank. Read a full case study here.Kate Andrews *http://www.blogger.com/profile/01226691391362010147noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-73825311178191874702008-08-18T09:15:00.000Z2008-08-18T09:15:00.339ZThe New Orleans 100The New Orleans 100 (NOLA100) is a worldwide initiative founded by AllDayBuffet that “hopes to highlight and encourage discussion among millions about 100 of the most innovative and world-changing ideas to take root in the city since Katrina.”Find out more here.Kate Andrews *http://www.blogger.com/profile/01226691391362010147noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-53892026812810715972008-08-17T19:51:00.005Z2008-08-17T20:09:42.138ZCollective LensCollective Lens promotes social change through photography. Upload a photo and help raise awareness to important social issues. Fantastic idea, get involved!Kate Andrews *http://www.blogger.com/profile/01226691391362010147noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-27162886534999033232008-08-17T19:12:00.003Z2008-08-17T19:14:28.995ZBad TypographyInspiring typographic work by London based designer Craig Ward (a.k.a Words Are Pictures).Kate Andrews *http://www.blogger.com/profile/01226691391362010147noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-73825372911485924442008-08-15T11:59:00.004Z2008-08-15T13:53:35.225ZAxel PeemöllerEureka Carpark System, from Axel Peemöller.Kate Andrews *http://www.blogger.com/profile/01226691391362010147noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-13594800687029721062008-08-13T23:13:00.000Z2008-08-13T23:13:01.022ZEye Magazine, THE BLOGEye Magazine have launched their blog! (Such a shame so much advertising has appeared on the main website though).Kate Andrews *http://www.blogger.com/profile/01226691391362010147noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-44484099896156225342008-08-13T21:57:00.003Z2008-08-13T22:00:48.860ZHappiest?Flickr conversations, from Build.Kate Andrews *http://www.blogger.com/profile/01226691391362010147noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-53311627472253043172008-08-13T14:11:00.002Z2008-08-13T14:13:53.201ZIDEO New WebsiteIDEO have a new website, for the first time in 7 years. [Via NotCot.org].Kate Andrews *http://www.blogger.com/profile/01226691391362010147noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-37765759285177259992008-08-13T12:50:00.003Z2008-08-13T12:56:40.301ZTV EaselSwedish designer Axel Bjurstrom has created this TV Easel, which has been presented at the Greenhouse young designers showcase at Stockholm Furniture Fair last week.carly barretthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05852653783191562636noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-43515130950650582722008-08-13T12:39:00.006Z2008-08-13T12:46:47.334ZLondon Design Week"MELD is unveil it’s first products at the London Design Week on September 17. We’ll be showing the products at the 100% Norway exhibition in Earl’s court."carly barretthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05852653783191562636noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-15117197513642986372008-08-11T12:37:00.003Z2008-08-21T11:34:19.890ZSawdustBeautiful design work from Sawdust studio, a must see.carly barretthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05852653783191562636noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-41720530757837940102008-07-28T09:30:00.001Z2008-07-28T09:30:01.362ZDesign For Social Impact"With a new focus area on innovation, The Rockefeller Foundation is exploring new avenues for social change. One promising area is design and how the design industry can play a larger role in the social sector." As part of this research, IDEO were commissioned to undertake research, which has resulted in a downloadable How-To-Guide and Workbook - Design For Social Impact.Kate Andrews *http://www.blogger.com/profile/01226691391362010147noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-2646795358621147232008-07-27T13:01:00.006Z2008-07-27T13:44:37.508ZOrange RockCorps: Give, Get Given!Orange RockCorps is asking us to give something back to our local communities. 'Give' just 4 hours of your time to a community project, and 'Get Given' a ticket to the RockCorp gig at The Royal Albert Hall in September! The first confirmed guest in the line up - Busta Rhymes.+ Orange RockCorps+ Orange RockCorps - Flickr+ Orange RockCorps - FacebookKate Andrews *http://www.blogger.com/profile/01226691391362010147noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-85927500163443501222008-07-26T10:32:00.001Z2008-08-21T11:36:59.448ZPeople Ignore Design That Ignores PeopleA whole bunch of inspirational design posters from designer/illustrator Frank Chimero.Kate Andrews *http://www.blogger.com/profile/01226691391362010147noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-6308831635254654372008-07-26T09:00:00.002Z2008-07-26T09:00:04.116ZChris Clarke Modular typeface design from newly graduated graphic designer Chris Clarke. An inspiring portfolio of work.Kate Andrews *http://www.blogger.com/profile/01226691391362010147noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-59899561089279245322008-07-25T09:00:00.001Z2008-07-25T09:00:00.878ZThe GOOD Design PlanBuilding on its 2004 strategic plan, the Practical Power of Design, the UK Design Council has launched "The Good Design Plan", a new three-year national strategy for design. Defining good design as ‘sustainable design’, it highlights five new objectives for the council. + Design Council: Good Design is Good for the UK+ Design Council: The Good Design Plan+ Design Week: Design Council Looks AbroadKate Andrews *http://www.blogger.com/profile/01226691391362010147noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-45463457431199280962008-07-24T16:46:00.004Z2008-07-24T16:51:57.330ZA Recent History of Writing and DrawingThe current exhibition (Open 9 Jul-31 Aug 2008) at London's ICA, "A Recent History of Writing and Drawing", explores the evolving relationship between technologies of communication and their users. The collaborative exhibition between programmer/designer Jürg Lehni and graphic designer Alex Rich, is curated by design historian Emily King, and "...involves a variety of interactive and Kate Andrews *http://www.blogger.com/profile/01226691391362010147noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35100561.post-20910388024531040162008-07-21T12:51:00.003Z2008-07-21T12:57:59.717ZGerry Judah Land Rovers were attached to a 34-meter high steel framework at Goodwood Festival of Speed last week by designer Gerry Judah.carly barretthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05852653783191562636noreply@blogger.com0