Music service Pandora unveils in-house rebrand
The new design comes ahead of the music brand’s expected announcement of a streaming service to rival Spotify later this year.
New Design Museum set to open with programme of exhibitions and talks
Exhibitions set to open at the museum include the ninth edition of the Beazley Designs of the Year, and Fear and Love: Reactions to a Complex World.
YO! Sushi rebrands with Tokyo-inspired look
Consultancy Paul Belford Ltd has designed the new visual identity, which sees the consumer-facing brand change from YO! Sushi to YO!.
Typo Circle reveals new logo and set to launch 40th anniversary exhibition
The design organisation launched in 1976 and has offered talks from well-known and up-and-coming designers for the last four decades.
5 important things that happened in design this week
From the Apple store’s refreshed interior design, to the Science Museum’s interactive new gallery – we round up the important design news from the last seven days.
Apple reveals redesigned flagship London store
Tech giant Apple has unveiled the new interiors of its store on London’s Regent Street, which aim to create a more human feel through natural materials and open space.
Ding: a connected doorbell which lets you answer the door away from home
The smart doorbell concept has been designed by consultancy Map and comprises a doorbell button, a chime for the home and a smartphone app.
Arts Council England sets sights outside London with increased budget
The organisation will see an increase of £37 million per annum on the previous investment period, from 2015-2018.
Sainsbury’s rolls out Argos click and collect concept
Dalziel & Pow has designed the retail concept, which has launched at Sainsbury’s new Nine Elms store in London.
World Sailing reveals abstract new branding
The global governing body for sailing has had a rebrand and a name change, previously known as the International Sailing Federation.
Costa Coffee trials new store design concept in London
Costa Coffee House is based in Wandsworth and aims to provide a more “relaxing” atmosphere for customers.
How using the phone more could help your design business
Columnist John Scarrott discusses how moving from email communication to the phone could help designers build better client relationships and increase their confidence.
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Climate crisis campaign Zero Hour!’s identity designed for cross-party appeal
London studio Among Equals has crafted the campaign, which takes inspiration from 1940s propaganda and reframes Churchillian language.
Ikea and Deliveroo design leaders call out “old fashioned” portfolios
In-house design experts question the utility of portfolios when applying for jobs, instead preferring a more narrative approach with case studies where possible.
Picks of the month: the best design events to catch in August
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