Snask creates “cheap” and “cheesy” beer branding
The Swedish consultancy has designed the visual identity for a small craft brewery’s new beer Pang Pang Aight, which ironically intends to mimic more commercial brands.
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Australian state of Victoria reveals new V-shaped branding
Ogilvy & Mather Melbourne has designed the state’s new visual identity, which the Victorian government hopes will help to promote the area.
New mobile app “modernises” email with swipe, pinch and drag functions
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Which national flags have the best design?
Last week, we looked at the 40 designs revealed by New Zealand’s government, one of which could replace the country’s current flag. We ask designers which flag designs they admire the
How this new Somerset House exhibition has created a multi-sensory sea experience
One And All, a National Trust and Sounduk commissioned project, will explore British coastline and sea through visual and aural art, created by Martyn Ware, Tania Kovats and Owen Sheers.
Elmwood creates electric new visual identity for Argos-owned tech brand Alba
The colourful new marque aims to make Argos-owned electronics brand Alba more alluring to younger, more “cost-conscious” customers.
Conran and Partners transforms Barbican building
The consultancy is turning Blake Tower – a previous youth hostel set in Barbican estate in London – into 72 luxury apartments and suites.
100% Design 2015 unveils special installations
The show, part of this year’s London Design Festival, has revealed its installations which are set to open in September at London Olympia.
Number of art and design students on the rise in the UK
UCAS figures revealed the day after A-Level results day show that there are currently 1,330 more accepted applicants on to UK art and design courses than this point last year, with
Samsung reveals Galaxy S6 edge+ smartphone and Galaxy Note5 tablet
Samsung has unveiled details of its new smartphone and tablet, which are set to be released on 21 August – before Apple’s new iPhone and iPad.
Who owns your logo? Put it in writing, say copyright experts
Designers should make logo ownership clear when writing up contracts with clients, intellectual property experts have advised following a recent court case.
What is it that makes somebody a designer?
Last week, we looked at Fraser Muggeridge’s exhibition showcasing magazines created by non-professional designers, which blurs the lines between amateur and professional design. Now, we’ve asked an existential question – what
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Design Week quiz: a look back through the ages
Have you been paying attention for the last four decades? Only one way to find out.
Design Week 1986-2023
Design Week closes, having championed design excellence for the past 38 years.
What will retail and experience design look like in 2024?
As part of our series on design in 2024, WeWantMore creative director Ruud Belmans offers his view on what retail and experience design might look like next year.
What will exhibition design look like in 2024?
As part of our series on design in 2024, Studio Arc director Lyndsey Bowditch offers her view on what exhibition design might look like next year.
