The right stuff

What can a thoughtfully selected material, or unusual finish, add to a project? Why opt for brass, not chrome; and how can materials that are often overlooked help match theme

Scottish Parliament enlists Format

Norwich-based Format Design has been appointed to create print material and Web applications for The Scottish Parliament for the next five years, in what is believed to be a six-figure

A special relationship

In his second book, Paul Davis asks Britons and Americans what they think of each other. Angus Hyland appreciates his satirical portraits

Poulter set for JML brand overhaul

Leeds-based consultancy Poulter Group has been appointed by JML, the in-store and home shopping retailer, to review its position and brand identity. Out-Think, the brand consulting arm of Poulter, will

Greene King relaunches Beer to Dine

National brewer Greene King relaunched its Beer to Dine For product last week, with a brand identity and packaging by Design Bridge. A carafe-style bottle aims to encourage diners to

Books

ThePhaidon Atlas of Contemporary World Architecture presents a global survey of current projects from around the world completed in the past five years. The book is priced £100. Manga –

Footwork refresh ready to score

David Beckham will kick off a revamp of his Footwork Productions brand this month. Details are being kept under close wraps, but the visual identity of the company that manages

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