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In a world suffused with digital imagery, where we’ve all got cameras at our fingertips, why bother with professional creative photography? But hold on, it’s not about technical specifications –
In a world suffused with digital imagery, where we’ve all got cameras at our fingertips, why bother with professional creative photography? But hold on, it’s not about technical specifications –
The inclusion of HD video and digital SLR functions in cameras has democratised the photographic profession, and opened up new opportunities for clients and designers. John Stones asks if we’ll
Many designers are now acutely aware of the need to select materials that are created from sustainable sources, and this is where paper – and, indeed, good old-fashioned print –
With newspapers and album covers fast disappearing, and annual reports moving online, is print on its uppers? Not quite, says Michael Johnson. Self-publishing, specialist magazines and downloadable posters all suggest
The next couple of years won’t be easy, but for those design consultancies that have had the courage to make some tough decisions and realigned their businesses, things should move
With clients, consultancies and recruitment agencies all reporting signs of renewed activity in the sector towards the end of last year, Anna Richardson tests the water to see how strong
Interaction design has held out well during the recession, positioned as it is at the forefront of a seismic technological shift. However, 2010 could be the year when digital comes
Social media will start to take centre stage amid an explosion of digital activity this year, exploited by fmcg and media brands – and politicians, too – yet client expenditure
Digital signage has the potential to transform building layouts and revolutionise internal wayfinding systems. The technology is almost there, but costs – and old-fashioned, inter-departmental office politics – mean that
A new aesthetic, stemming from a greater awareness of sustainability and more imaginative use of technology, is taking hold in the world of interiors. John Stones reports on a discipline
Papers made from recycled pulp are now often as good as virgin stock – and they’re a whole lot better for your conscience. To move forward and increase take-up, we
Designing in such a way as to minimise the use of resources is far from enough now, argues Gina Lovett. To safeguard our future, we need to rethink the whole