£150m project to pedestrianise Oxford Circus seeks “world-class” designers
The London thoroughfare is to be redesigned with two pedestrian-only piazzas this year in an attempt to rival New York’s Times Square.
Take our survey on the future of flexible working
Have your say about about working patterns in the design industry and the kind of change you’d like to see.
A new Peter Blake book is designed to celebrate the artist’s “DNA and essence”
Peter Blake: Collage incorporates around 30 typefaces – many bespoke or customised – in an attempt to create a playful approach to the artist’s work.
Remembering Ken Garland: “A man you quickly run out of words to describe”
Looking back at the life of the British graphic designer, writer and photographer whose work impacted not only the design industry but also education.
Design inspiration: the best projects from May
Some of our favourite projects this month include illustrations for poet Thomas Hardy and a colourful basketball court in Canary Wharf.
Moves & changes – design industry news
Moves, changes and appointments happening across the design industry.
Why gender stereotypes in typefaces can stifle creativity
A new book from type designer Marie Boulanger explores gender conventions applied to type, the impact it has, and why breaking away can create better design work.
Innovate UK to launch £2.5 million competition for creative industries
The Creative Industries Fund will provide “a package of targeted support” for UK-registered micro and small businesses with innovative ideas.
How social change organisation Sisterhood uses design to empower young women
Co-founders Rebecca Thomson and Rachita Saraogi discuss how their design-led workshops can build girls’ confidence and prompt industry change.
Eurovision reveals first ever virtual village for 2021 comeback
A collaboration between Dept and Tribe Company, the 3D rendering of the Eurovision village will welcome visitors from all over the world.
Picks of the month: the best design events in May
Our choice of things to do in the coming month include an insight into Camille Walala’s creative process and an exhibition about the history of sneakers.
Microsoft is looking for a new default font after 14 years of Calibri
After it announced it would be replacing its default font across all applications, Microsoft has revealed five potential replacements for Calibri.
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