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 ofbrio – something that art director Becky Smith has
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
Zoopla rebrands to show the “complexity of the home buying process”
The property website has revealed a rebrand, including a new logo, typeface and shift of its signature purple shade.
Everything to know about virtual design internships
As designers and interns reveal what they’ve learnt from a year of virtual work placements, we look at why they may be here to stay.
Taxi Studio’s branding for a cancer charity includes a “bowel-inspired” typeface
The Bristol-based studio has developed a bespoke typeface, colour palette and tone of voice for the organisation, with the hope of showing bowel cancer affects all ages.
Eco-labelling: the case for displaying the environmental impact of food
Finding the best way to inform customers how their food buying impacts the planet, presents a unique packaging design challenge.
