Beyond the pitch: better ways to start conversations with clients
The DBA’s John Scarrott says the pitch process could be the worst possible time to start conversations with potential clients and suggests alternative routes.
Elmwood gives tech brand Bush “personality” with new identity
The consultancy has rebranded the Argos technology brand with the aims of humanising it and making it more “modern”.
What the posters of the London Underground tell us
As the London Transport Museum prepares to welcome the public to its Museum Depot for a “poster tour”, senior curator Nicola Pickering tells us about how its collection of 7,000
“Design practices have to become multidisciplinary”
As designer Benjamin Hubert launches new consultancy Layer, we talk to him about how design is becoming more multidisciplinary and how to tell these new design stories.
Designers in Residence tackle topic of migration
The 2015 Designers in Residence exhibition opens this week at the Design Museum, and will offer “new perspectives” on migration with a diverse range of futuristic concepts.
Should the Circle Line be replaced with a giant travelator?
A multi-lane travelator may be a viable alternative to the notoriously congested Circle Line on the London Underground.
Chief design officer Mat Hunter leaves Design Council
Hunter is leaving the organisation to take on a new role at the Central Research Laboratory.
Gant clothing brand goes back to its “roots” with new visual identity
The American clothing brand aims to realign itself with leading university group the Ivy League, with its updated visual identity and brand campaign.
Dyson delivers record-breaking profits amid car design rumours
Dyson’s record results are underlined by biggest ever research and development investment and the possibility of a Dyson car.
New Zealand flag contest – Red Peak entry denied despite protests
Nearly 30,000 people have signed a petition backing Aaron Dustin’s design, but the New Zealand government say it will not be considered as a replacement for the current flag.
Trainline launches new “mobile-first” identity
The new identity, created by Studio Blackburn, features a redrawn “t”, a new typeface and a “fresh and clean” mint colour.
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