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Bauhaus: What was it and why is it important today?
Feb 18, 2019 · Bauhaus was one of the single most influential cultural movements of the 20 th century, and at its heart was an obsession with the “total” work of art. This meant it reached far beyond architecture – where its impact is writ large – to affect all pillars of design including graphics, typography, product and furniture – everything, really.
The most influential female designers of the last century
Feb 5, 2018 · Lucienne Day (1917-2010) Désirée Lucienne Conradi (later known as Lucienne Day) is widely recognised for her contribution to modern textile design. While her career was initially hindered by the advent of World War Two, Day’s big break came when she was asked to take part in the 1951 Festival of Britain.
How Hermes rebranded as Evri with an ever-changing logo
Mar 22, 2022 · This translated to the name: Evri represents a phonetic spelling of “every”. And the name in turn quite literally led to the creative response, which saw the studio partnering with Monotype to create a chamaleonic logo. Using what it calls “variable font intelligence”, Monotype created a tool, which is built into the typeface and makes ...
Nissan reveals new logo for the “digital world” - Design Week
Jul 15, 2020 · Nissan has revealed its first new logo in 20 years, which looks to connect the brand’s “rich heritage” with a digital future. The Japanese car company revealed the logo, along with a new model of electric car, at a “digital world premiere”. In a statement on its US website, the company detailed the design process and outlined the uses for the updated brand identity.
First look at London Design Festival 2022 - Design Week
Jun 30, 2022 · London Design Festival 2022: installations and design districts revealed. Henry Wong. London Design Festival (LDF) returns this September for its 20th edition, hoping to showcase the city’s creative industry at a time of increasing pressure. As LDF organisers note, around one in six people in London work in the creative industries.
Paula Scher: “It took me 20 years to realise I was good at my job”
Nov 27, 2019 · Paula Scher’s appearance at the Design Manchester conference has been a highly sought-after event for years. Conflicting schedules and prior commitments have previously prevented her involvement, so when she finally walks out onto the 2019 stage, it is to rapturous applause from the 1,500 people in the audience.
Pantone colour of the year 2022 - Design Week
Dec 9, 2021 · Pantone has announced its colour of the year for 2022, naming Pantone 17-3938 Very Peri as its choice. The American colour company endorses a shade every year which it believes will be particularly widely used in the year to come. This year marks the first time a colour has been created specifically for Pantone’s colour of the year designation.
Salt water lamp WaterLight hopes to power developing communities
Apr 16, 2021 · Henry Wong. Colombian renewable energy start-up E-Dina and WPP’s Wunderman Thompson Colombia division have developed a device which converts salt water into electrical power. WaterLight is a portable light that can turn half a litre of salt water into 45 days of light, according to Wunderman Thompson. It has been prompted by the World Health ...
Nickelodeon rebrands for the first time in 14 years
Jul 12, 2023 · LA-based branding and design agency Roger has collaborated with children’s television channel Nickelodeon on its first rebrand in 14 years, featuring a new version of its signature “Splat” logo that aims to unify its on-air, digital, and social brand identity. Roger has been working with Nickelodeon since its early days as a studio.