“We’re trying to push all the buttons”: how Ukrainian designers are supporting a country in crisis
As war rages, Ukrainian designers are reorganising their work to spread messages of hope, accurate information, and provide logistical support.
“You can’t be silent”: how designers are rallying in Ukraine
As Russia’s invasion of Ukraine escalates, Kyiv-based designer Katerina Korolevtseva discusses her experience and shares how designers are using their skills to show the world what is happening.
Design industry experts react to the government’s Levelling Up white paper
Following the release of the white paper last week, we asked design experts to comment on how they feel the government’s plans will affect the industry.
Design as Democratic Inquiry: “Design isn’t the universal tool we think it is”
Ahead of the publishing of his new book, designer and educator Carl DiSalvo talks about how design can be used to strengthen communities.
What can the Tories and Labour offer the design industry?
Culture secretary Nadine Dorries and Labour leader Keir Starmer both took to the stage at Creative Coalition to set out their vision for the creative industries.
IPO launches call for views of its design protections
The evidence and views received during this call will help the government office inform future policy and make changes where needed.
The UK’s Intellectual Property Office wants your thoughts on design protections
Designers are being asked to fill out a survey and share their views on how designs are protected in the UK.
Upcoming and recently published design books to look out for
The new year brings with it updated publishing catalogues – here are some books to look out for, covering topics like mid-century design and end-of-the-world government communications.
Es Devlin awarded CBE in Queen’s New Year Honours list
The set designer has produced work for the likes of Beyoncé, Kanye West and Adele and more recently has turned her focus to the environment.
Design for Planet: Design Council to offer designers tools as part of climate strategy
With the Design Council’s flagship festival dedicated to fighting climate change wrapping up last week, we speak to CEO Minnie Moll about next steps.
Tijuana and San Diego announced as first ever joint World Design Capital
The two cities will assume the mantle in 2024, following in the footsteps of former title holders including Lille Metropole, Taipei, Mexico City and Cape Town.
Design for Planet: using storytelling to reframe the climate crisis
By shifting the focus towards storytelling, designers can reposition their own work and thereby effect change in consumers.
Design for Planet: why waste is a “design flaw”
Designers need to consider how products are made, not just where they end up, according to designer Sophie Thomas.
Es Devlin: “Humans are not the only main characters”
The designer talks to us about a living conference hall she has designed for COP26 and how designers can help empower people to make meaningful environmental decisions.
Design events to catch in November
A mix of in-person and online events are planned for November, keeping you inspired and up-to-speed with everything from sustainability to commercial interiors.
Government launches consultation on copyright and AI legislation
The consultation is seeking evidence and views on the extent to which patents and copyright should protect inventions and creative works made by AI.
What does the Autumn 2021 Budget mean for design?
Sunak’s spending review pledges to move the country on from the pandemic, with some business tax relief planned, but question marks remain over the impact of cost of living increases.
Don Norman, godfather of UX: “Bad design is bad for the planet”
Having won an award for services to design education, we chat to the designer about why craft isn’t as important as we might think, and why recycling is a con.
DfT offers grants of up to £100,000 to fund innovative transport projects
A pot of nearly £2 million has been set aside as part of the Transport Research and Innovation Grant 2021 programme, which has four challenges to address.
Government unveils toolkit to tackle “class crisis” in the creative industry
The resource has been developed by the Social Mobility Commission in partnership with businesses across the creative industry, and claims to offer “practical support”.