Kew’s Royal Botanic Gardens blossoms with new brand identity
Pentagram partner Harry Pearce has created a new visual identity for Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, making the logo the centre of attention.
Google’s self-driving car “hit surprisingly often by other drivers”
Google’s self-driving car has been involved in 14 accidents during six years of testing, the company says – but not once has it been the cause of the collision.
New Wedgwood attraction opens after historic collection is saved
The World of Wedgwood visitor attraction – with design by Silver Leopard and Jo Sampson – is opening in Stoke-on-Trent after an Art Fund appeal saved the 80,000-piece Wedgwood Collection
V&A refurbishes Japanese gallery in latest FuturePlan design phase
The redesigned gallery will feature mobile phone designs by Naoto Fukasawa, the first-ever Sony Walkman and Hello Kitty! paraphernalia.
Ralph Steadman: “The white paper is the landscape that must be filled”
As a retrospective of his career opens in London, illustrator Ralph Steadman tells us about working with Hunter S. Thompson and how Revlon cosmetics were the key to his Gonzo visual
Virtual design marking “propels intellectual property into the digital age”
Government is looking to introduce a scheme that would allow designers to “virtually mark” their creations to legally protect them.
London Design Festival goes for global focus with new Biennale
The first London Design Biennale will take place in 2016 and will see design showcases from 40 countries respond to the theme of “Utopia by Design” at London’s Somerset House.
“Surprise and delight” – how can brands get it right?
Brandworkz chief executive Jens Lundgaard looks at brands that have successfully embraced the idea of delivering the unexpected.
The iPod lives – Apple unveils next-generation iPod touch
Apple has updated its iPod touch for the first time since 2012, following speculation that the iPod product range might be killed off.
More time for your Design Week Awards entries – deadline extended to 24 July
There’s been an overwhelming response to the Design Week Awards and we want to make sure everyone has a chance to complete their entries.
Alfa Romeo redesigns badge
Alfa Romeo has worked with Italian consultancy Robilant Associati to redesign its badge, which now sports new colours and redrawn elements while retaining the famous man-eating snake.
Yves Behar’s internet-connected thermostat helps Hive turn up heat on rivals
British Gas-owned Hive has launched a suite of new products that allow heat and ambiance of home to be controlled while providing security measures.
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