Publishing & Design
It’s been a torrid year for publishing. There have been closures and downsizing of much-loved publications, including product design title ID and the Observer Sports Monthly, and the UK book
Page impression
The print publishing world continues to adapt to survive the impact of the digital revolution, despite consumers increasingly getting the information they want via the Web and other electronic sources,
Independent woman
Climbing the ladder from graduate to art director in the world of fashion magazines takes determination, self-confidence and a certain amount of
brio – something that art director Becky Smith
Paper talk
Design Week asked a selection of top-level art directors which recent printed publications have particularly impressed them. Here we present some of the best – and worst – in current
Face the future
Using distinctive fonts is an effective way of enhancing a publication’s identity. As the boundaries between magazines and newspapers blur, designers are making some innovative choices, finds Anna Richardson
Screen test
What is the best way to adapt editorial content for electronic platforms? As publishers assess the likely impact of the Apple iPad on the reading experience, Adrian Shaughnessy listens to
Less is more
The tactile, aesthetic needs of book enthusiasts have meant the digital reading experience is largely unfulfilling – as evidenced by the recent proliferation of limited editions in print, says John
Latest articles
John Kampfner steps down as CEO of Creative Industries Federation
Alan Bishop, former CEO at the Southbank Centre, has replaced Kampfner as head of the independent organisation, with a view to look for another chief in the long-term.
SomeOne looks to avoid bereavement clichés with Funeralbooker rebrand
The funeral comparison service has taken on new name Beyond, and design studio SomeOne has given it a new identity centred around a three-dimensional, cartoon man, which looks to counter
Quarterly print mag LogoArchive celebrates the visual delight of mid-century logos
A new, independent magazine celebrating classic graphic symbols has launched, based on a popular Instagram account created by a London-based designer.
Women and ethnic minorities not making it in design, Design Council shows
The charity has published its second Design Economy report, which looks at the value of the industry and who makes it up. While design contributes £85bn to the economy, there
