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We look at some of the most exciting product design stories of 2016.
The logo designs that defined 2016
The identity design projects that shaped 2016, a year noted for nostalgia and start-ups which grew up.
Design Week’s 10 biggest stories of 2016
The news that got you talking this year – we look at the 10 most-read stories across Design Week this year.
Our favourite festive design projects of 2016
From immersive Christmas tree installations to Brexit-themed crackers complete with bad taste jokes, here’s a selection of festive design projects that caught our eye.
Autumn Statement 2016: how will it affect designers?
Chancellor Philip Hammond has announced he will invest in digital infrastructure and faster 5G broadband, and introduce more tax breaks for small businesses.
Royal Mail Yearpack 2016, by Studio Up
Studio Up has designed this year’s Royal Mail Yearpack, subtitled The Stamps Behind the Stories. The pack features synonymous window shapes each containing a collage of stamps, as well as
26 Grains interiors, by Block: 1 Design
Block: 1 Design has designed the interiors for 26 Grains restaurant in Neal’s Yard, London. The Nordic-inspired concept includes a stripped back palette of several different woods, marble and rough
Review: Design Manchester 2016
The annual design event in Manchester is showcasing work by Alan Kitching, as well as hosting talks, workshops, and film screenings at venues across the city.
Northern Design Festival 2016: exploring where ideas come from
The annual design event in Newcastle is showcasing work by emerging and established designers, including Angus Hyland and Alan Kitching.
6 things to see at the Festival of Marketing 2016
The two-day conference will host talks from leading marketing minds and creatives, along with workshops, training, awards and networking opportunities.
First look – Design Junction 2016
Design Junction moves to King’s Cross and overhauls format to build show around more divisible spaces and a new emphasis on interaction.
London Design Festival 2016 – 8 things to catch at the V&A museum
The Victoria and Albert museum is host to exhibitions, talks, installations and design-led products for this year’s LDF – we sum up the things to catch.
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