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• 24 Lady Gaga Head Accessories - From Elephant Headdresses to Zipper Eye Accessories (CLUSTER)

  6 Nov 2009 | 7:50 pm

  (TrendHunter.com) We all know that Lady Gaga is an eccentric dresser, to put it mildly. She enjoys experimenting, apparently in more areas than just fashion. She seems, however, particularly drawn to hiding or embellishing…

• Jeremy Gutsche's Exploiting Chaos Keynote in the Sun

  6 Nov 2009 | 7:00 pm

  (TrendHunter.com) Born and raised Calgarian and Trend Hunter Founder, Jeremy Gutsche is used to the spotlight when it comes to his Exploiting Chaos keynote, so it is no surprise that the Calgary Sun was blown away by one…

• Straptastic Footwear - The Bernhard Willhelm Buckle Boot is Terrible for Foot Claustrophobia (GALLERY)

  6 Nov 2009 | 5:50 pm

  (TrendHunter.com) Bernhard Willhelm and Camper have joined forces to create a boot that is heavy on style, and light on laces. The Bernard Willhem and Camper Buckle Boot has enough straps to keep your feet immobile for…

• Divine Dens - Alyn Mejia Creates Heavenly Interior Spaces (GALLERY)

  6 Nov 2009 | 5:40 pm

  (TrendHunter.com) On interior designer Alyn Mejia's page her profile states only "I create..." and indeed she does. These divine spaces emit calm and relaxing vibes. If relaxation could be screamed, these rooms would do…

• Personalized 'It' Bags - The YSL 'Roady' Can Be Customized to Your Tastes

  6 Nov 2009 | 5:30 pm

  (TrendHunter.com) The 'It' bag has faded into the fashion background over the past few seasons, but Yves Saint Laurent is bringing it back with the YSL 'Roady' bag. But not only is the luxury fashion house bringing back…

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• Sir Nicholas Grimshaw at the Royal Academy, London

  6 Nov 2009 | 6:12 am

  What with the heady range of iconic projects lining his portfolio � from the Eden project�s low-lying domes, to the Grand Union Walk housing pods and the snaking former International Terminal at Waterloo Station � Sir Nicholas Grimshaw has a busy practice on his hands. See more of the exhibition President of the Royal Academy of Arts since 2004, Sir Grimshaw is undoubtedly…

• Stephen Floyd exhibition, NYC

  6 Nov 2009 | 2:42 am

  Irreverent, witty and a little smut-riddled, Stephen Floyd�s artistic agenda stands somewhere between hard-hitting, high-art irony and low-fi birthday card cartoonistry. See more of the Stephen Floyd exhibition Entitled I Love America and America Loves Me, Floyd�s latest exhibition at the Heist Gallery, New York, takes the contemporary pop agenda as its own. Channelling…

• The W* House

  5 Nov 2009 | 4:00 pm

  We thought it only fair to throw open the doors to The W* House and share with you our wealth of experience in the design world.…

• Tokyo Designers Week 2009

  5 Nov 2009 | 2:46 am

  The first few days of November saw the whole of Tokyo come down with design fever. The big names in design jetted in to exhibit or visit from October 30th to November 3rd, which meant five days of non-stop exhibitions, gatherings and, of course, champagne-fuelled after-parties. See our highlights from Tokyo Designers Week Flagship show 100% Design � a sprawling fairground-like…

• Interactive floorplan: Cabbagetown, Toronto

  5 Nov 2009 | 2:39 am

  Dubbeldam Design Architects (DDA) is a young Canadian practice, founded by Heather Dubbeldam in 2002. Working on a range of scales, from architecture, landscape design and interiors through to lighting and furniture, DDA�s design-focused approach favours sustainability and advocates for the use of recycled or renewable materials. Take a look at the Cabbagetown Residence,…

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• Antarctica Sub Zero Pop-Up Bar and Restaurant

  Phuong-Cac Nguyen

  6 Nov 2009 | 3:34 pm

  As São Paulo's humid summer approaches, just in time to help cool things down an unusual pop-up restaurant/bar called Estação Antarctica Sub Zero opens this weekend in the bar-heavy neighborhood of Vila Madalena. Conceived to promote the Brazilian beer company Antarctica's new beer, the temporary venue celebrates their double-filtration process at 28.4 degrees Fahrenheit and the refreshing new drink. The space, an inflatable giant igloo divided into two areas holds a bar with food and area for live bands, plus another bar totally made of ice—with cups, walls and even a…

• Nine Winter Jackets

  Karen Day

  6 Nov 2009 | 3:17 pm

  With jacket season just underway, CH checked out the current crop to gear up in some of our favorite finds. From functional to fashion-forward, this year's round-up includes a host of versatile coats that can be worn and adored by both women and men. Already carving out a name for themselves among urban cyclists worldwide for their stylish riding pants, Outlier's Merino Hoodie (above) proves just as compelling and maintains a structure suited for varied climates (pictured above). The jacket—made in NYC—serves those on wheels, featuring components like a three panel hood shaped to…

• Il Sistema Degli Oggetti

  CH Contributor

  6 Nov 2009 | 2:19 pm

  by Paolo Ferrarini of Future Concept Lab Borrowed from the 1968 revolutionary book—"The System of Objects"—written by sociologist Jean Baudrillard, Italian fashion label Il Sistema degli Oggetti conceptually links to the French master by creating fashion-forward clothing designed to last. The ambitious young designers aim to "create an encyclopedia of clothing," each with their underlying value that "every garment has the ambition of living forever." Their approach reinvents the classic wardrobes of men and women by redesigning the proportions of parkas, blouses, aprons, trousers,…

• Karen O'Leary: Cut-Out Maps

  CH Contributor

  6 Nov 2009 | 12:48 pm

  by Maggie York-Worth Charlotte, NC-based artist Karen O'Leary reimagines the map as an exchange of negative and positive space. Deftly cutting maps of New York, Paris and London with razor precision, she leaves delicate webs of streets as land and water are cut away. Negative space demarcates land, while meandering grids of paper represents streets. In a recent interview with The Jailbreak, O'Leary said of her work, "I love the idea of a completely familiar object made new and even more beautiful." Her New York map (pictured above and below), the simplest and most haunting of the three,…

• The Oregon Handmade Bicycle Show: Two Highlights

  CH Contributor

  6 Nov 2009 | 9:50 am

  by Adrienne So The Oregon Bicycle Constructors Association recently sponsored the 2009 Oregon Handmade Bicycle Show, a mecca for small-operation bike builders all over the country. Beloved Cycles (currently sold throughout Oregon, Washington and Texas) speak to the essence of Portland-based bike manufacturer Emile Lemoine's belief that "every lifetime deserves at least one." Beloved involves the customer at every step of the buying and fitting process, from selecting one of the gorgeous frames—including a commuter, mixtie, racing bike, tourer, porteur or randonneur—to personalized…

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• 3D Self Portrait made from Paper

  Toxel.com

  6 Nov 2009 | 5:24 pm

  Inspired by big-head mode seen in video games, Eric Testroete has created this cool 3d paper head Halloween costume. Modeled in 3ds Max, the head was designed so that it could fit over Eric’s real head, sit on his shoulders and then be held down by a jacket. For more creative projects by Eric Testroete, visit testroete.com

• Edible Shoes Made of Bread

  Toxel.com

  5 Nov 2009 | 4:47 pm

  Twin brothers Remigijus and Egidijus Praspaliauskas have designed a series of unique shoes made out of bread. Available in a variety of designs, each pair of edible Bread Shoes costs €22 and comes in a hand picked cardboard box. [more info, via]

• Cool Inner City Bike Concept

  Toxel.com

  4 Nov 2009 | 5:18 pm

  Jruiter Studio has designed a compact bicycle with no chain to be used in an inner city environment with minimal space. Designers ended up rethinking what a “frame” meant, getting rid of basic key components, and creating a new type of bicycling that is more about fashion and culture than speed and performance. [via]

• 15 Unusual Energy Drinks

  Toxel.com

  3 Nov 2009 | 4:47 pm

  Collection of weird and the most unusual energy drinks from all over the world. Duff Energy Drink Energy drink inspired by a fictional brand of beer from the animated series The Simpsons. [link] Glow in the Dark Energy Drink Nite Owl combines a unique energy drink, a glow-in-the-dark shot glass tray, and dry ice. [link] LiftOff Energy Drink Portable energy drink [...]

• 14 Examples of Literal Product Design

  Toxel.com

  2 Nov 2009 | 4:07 pm

  Collection of cool and creative product designs that literally represent the products themselves. Milk Carton Amazing literal milk packaging concept by Gabriel Lefebvre and Julien De Repentigny. [link] Periodic Table Literal representation of the periodic table of the chemical elements. [link] Fruit Juice Packaging Japanese designer Naoto Fukasawa has designed a series of literal fruit juice packages that have the look [...]

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• Zeitgiest Toys

  Josh Spear

  6 Nov 2009 | 7:51 am

  Zeitgeist Toys: Gorgeous toys made from porcelain and precious metals. More pictures at Beautiful Life.

• Zimoun Sound Sculptures

  Josh Spear

  5 Nov 2009 | 8:06 am

  What do woodworms sound like? Live sound installation artist Zimoun from Switzerland found out. Video here. VIa FormFitfyFive

• Common Projects Duffle

  Josh Spear

  5 Nov 2009 | 7:27 am

  Common Projects makes shoes. Really sexy ones. Or do they do more? The black nappa leather duffle bag would look good filled with a weekends worth of clothes for a getaway. Bag available for $600. Via Hypebeast

• Buddy Carr x Antonio Carusone

  Josh Spear

  4 Nov 2009 | 11:33 am

  Good little collaboration between California skateboard legend Buddy Carr and New York based graphic designer Antonio Carusone. A Skateboard and T-shirt combo. Limited to 100 pieces. Looks fun, thanks Anthony!

• Flashback: Retro Design

  Josh Spear

  3 Nov 2009 | 11:57 am

  New Victionary book about retro design and how it’s appearing in contemporary graphical work. Looks good as both inspiration and a reference tool. Emerged today as the perfect marriage between old and new, retrospective designs are deemed to be an inevitable phrase in the design cycle when designers begin to look back and find inspirations for new graphic styles in the depressive pixel age. Some think these designs has cheered the digital era with the lost enthusiasm for new findings and the future, others reckon it as a tribute to the prominent art and design movements between 1920 and…

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• Crazy Go Nuts JavaScript Released by Google

  5 Nov 2009 | 3:26 pm

  Yesterday Google announced their Javascript Closure Library is available for public use. You may think you need another Javascript toolkit like you need another browser, but this library offers the experience of the Google collective which means speed, stability and cross browser support. It also means we now have access to the libraries used to implement all the nutty things Google does in their most popular apps. Take this toolbar for example, used in Gmail and Google Docs, now available for you to do even cooler things with. They also provide even higher level functionality, like this rich…

• Van Halen, Marriage and Crucial Mistakes

  21 Oct 2009 | 1:35 pm

  We had a rockin’ discussion with John Marshall last Friday at ZURBsoapbox. John discussed mistakes he’s made, as well as guidelines for success of product- vs. service-based companies. You can listen to the entire podcast below and read some great highlights from the event. Listen to John Marshall's Podcast Subscribe: iTunes RSS John starting out talking about his experiences at ClickTracks. Marry Someone Who Can Take Risk ClickTracks started from the idea that all John wanted to know was what people click on. No 3D pie graphs, no charts, no large tables, just tell me what people click…

• Behind the Scenes: Building the New Visual Annotations

  15 Oct 2009 | 6:45 am

  In part 1 of this post we talked about why we needed to redesign the Notable visual annotations, and how we went about framing the problem. Now we'll show how we actually implemented the design, including some cool CSS techniques we picked up along the way. Creating an Overlay with Layers The overlays comprise two objects: an overlay with the shine and a border with the transparency. Our solution was not technically too complex. With Notable (as well as most of our projects) we've embraced the concept of graceful degradation: we take advantage of new CSS techniques that degrade cleanly to…

• Easily Turn Your Images Into Polaroids with CSS3

  14 Oct 2009 | 10:48 am

  Yesterday, Jon and I were going back and forth about what to blog about next. Love of CSS and doing something cool with it is kind of our thing and we quickly jumped on a brand new idea: polaroid style images with just CSS. Holy super awesome, Batman! With our end goal in mind (polaroid style images), we needed to set a few ground rules: Has to work on a grid of linked images Images must be randomly rotated like a pile of images you're sifting through No actual text should be used on the images (only title and alt attributes) Has to be done with just CSS (no javascript) After establishing…

• How to Create Simple and Effective Sub Navs with Definition Lists

  12 Oct 2009 | 9:15 am

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• Ten Way To Get Your Fix – Coffee Machines & Kettles

  Radhika Seth

  6 Nov 2009 | 2:58 am

  As the winter sets in, more of us are going to be downing the liquid gold, just to keep out the chills. Coffee! A warm mug to curl your hands around, just as you watch the first snowflakes hit the ground. Here are Ten ways to get your fix; machines, coffee sets and kettles. I like mine instant coffee with milk and strong; how about you? 10) Birch-wood Coffee Set by Andrea Branzi Kicking off this countdown is an elegant silver and birch-wood coffee set designed by Andrea Branzi. Made from silver dipped in acid to get the rustic look, the set is quite a collector’s item. 9) Muji…

• Entire Vanity In A Strip

  Radhika Seth

  6 Nov 2009 | 12:59 am

  On a recent trip out of town, I crammed into my suitcase this vanity bag containing soap, facewash, lotions, perfume, gels etc. In short a mini replica of my personal hygiene collection. Then again Murphy’s Law kicked in and the bottles of lotion and shampoo just burst open, soiling all my clothes! Wish I could have carried this “Wash One” pills instead. Tablets of hair, face, body wash and even toothpaste! Brilliant! Designer: Se Jun Lee

• YouRail Design Contest – Visions of modern transportation by Bombardier

  Radhika Seth

  6 Nov 2009 | 12:30 am

  Is publishing your contents on online design communities or hosting your own portfolio site enough for creative satisfaction? Don’t you want evaluation or recognition for your efforts? Much like how a post is done on YD, where we hear scores of you either trashing or praising a design, forcing the designers to re-think his strategy or go-ahead with his convictions. The Bombardier YouRail Design Contest by HYVE gives you instant feedback, allowing you to re-think your contribution or simply refining it. The contest is really simple, you only need to register, get inspired and submit your…

• Quatuor the Kitchen Annihilator!

  Chris Burns

  6 Nov 2009 | 12:01 am

  What’s that? You want more organization in your kitchen? Well contrary to the title of this post, that’s what “Quatuor” is here to do! You’re in a hurry to create that perfect cake? Not to worry! Quatuor has your flour in a perfect proportion! Not only can in dispense both solid and liquid ingredients, it’s also got mystical magic charms cast on it! You can use the heck out of this at dinner time, lunch time, or party time! * Be creative, sensitive, and accurate with just such a device as this. The activation controls are still up in the air, perhaps a…

• Media Centers: Not Just for Nerds

  Chris Burns

  6 Nov 2009 | 12:01 am

  Let me tell you what a media center is, first of all: it’s a computer. It’s a computer from which you have a bunch of cords and plugs and bluetooths and everything running into and out of so you can, from that one machine, run your whole media experience in your home. What have we got here? “Mod Systems’ GreenPlay” system from Samuel Hoang with Teague – a media center without all the keyboards and mice! A) Mod System’s GreenPlay software engages your main system with your “set top boxes” and storage units throughout the house for easy…

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• Polarn O. Pyret Giveaway

  Design Mom

  5 Nov 2009 | 11:52 am

  Another amazing Giveaway today. And it's perfectly timed for the season. It's a pretty good bet that sometime in the last couple of weeks, you've considered your children's (or your own) winter wear. Will you be skiing this year? Will there be snow? Do his snow boots still fit? Has she outgrown her coat? Are there mittens missing?Well, today, the Swedish company Polarn O. Pyret (that's a mouthful, I know) will be setting you up. The winner will get to pick out any outerwear top and any outerwear bottom from their site. Or. Any outerwear “all-in-one” — like a snowsuit or bunting. The top…

• Ask Design Mom Week — Family Christmas Gift

  Design Mom

  5 Nov 2009 | 11:51 am

  Question:My husband's family always draws names for gift giving. This year we are gifting to his sister's family; they have six kids and a total of eight people. (Which made me think of you ;)). I'm wondering if you know of any good gift ideas that the whole family could enjoy, or perhaps a something we could get for each family member that wouldn't break the bank. The kids range in age from 3-14. Thanks! — LynnetteAnswer:Another great question. My family picks names as well. One of the favorite gifts we've ever received was a collection of Nativity Dress-ups my sister put together from…

• Ask Design Mom Week — Blogging Advice

  Design Mom

  5 Nov 2009 | 11:50 am

  Question:I just started my own blog this month! It looks boring, I have no followers, and I feel left out of the "Blogging Circle." Can you give me some tips on how to make my blog better? — TanyaAnswer:Thanks for the question, Tanya. I'll start by saying, you're not alone. I think I get questions along these lines more than any others. How do I grow my blog? How do I get sponsors? How do I change my header? How do I decide on a blog topic?But I confess, I don't answer as often as I'd like. For a few reasons. One, the answers are long. Long enough that people teach multiple classes and hold…

• Ask Design Mom Week — Christmas Tree Decor

  Design Mom

  5 Nov 2009 | 11:39 am

  Question:I'm in a new house, new life and looking ahead to the holidays, I realized that our decade plus years of marriage/college/med school/residency tree decor might be in need of a slight makeover this year. I'm just looking for ideas — new, old, swanky, homestyle, yadda, yadda. Any advice or pictures to find, etc.? Thanks! — StaceyAnswer:Love this question, Stacey. People have strong opinions about Christmas Trees: They should have the same decorations each year — it's tradition! They should be filled with ornaments made by children! They should be flocked! Flocked trees should be…

• Ask Design Mom Week — Christmas Card Sources

  Design Mom

  5 Nov 2009 | 11:34 am

  Question:-Do you know where I can find Christmas cards that have a religious message but that are also arty and contemporary looking? I love the tasteful designs at Tiny Prints, Paper Source, etc. but haven’t been able to find any that are religious. Any suggestions? — Renee-Do you have any good resources for great looking, unique holiday photo cards? The options at Walmart/Snapfish/etc just aren't cutting it. Thanks! — MeganAnswer:The two questions above are just a sample of the dozens of emails I've been receiving along these lines. Apparently, everyone is looking for pretty holiday…

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• Architecture » Young Guns: Best New Practices 2009

  Miyoko Ohtake

  6 Nov 2009 | 1:57 pm

  by Miyoko OhtakeIn 2005, the AIA New York launched the New Practices program to showcase promising new and emerging architectural firms. This year, the AIA San Francisco launched the West Coast debut of the competition and exhibition by highlighting the most innovative offices in the City by the Bay.

• Week in Review » Friday Finds 11.06.2009

  Amanda Dameron

  6 Nov 2009 | 12:01 pm

  by Amanda DameronFriday arrives again! This week the Dwell staff shares their favorite links of late, featuring everything from a chair-related experiment happening on the streets of New York to the world's first wearable magazine. Enjoy.

• Event Spotlight » Opportunity Green: This Weekend

  Sarah Rich

  6 Nov 2009 | 9:01 am

  by Sarah RichThis coming Saturday and Sunday, November 7 and 8, Opportunity Green will be hitting Los Angeles for its third consecutive year. The two-day conference brings together entrepreneurs and innovators to discuss sustainable business and the new green economy. This year, Dwell will be traveling to LA to moderate a panel with three esteemed leaders from the worlds of design and fashion.

• What We Saw » Rail-Volution 2009: Building with Transit

  Tiffany Chu

  5 Nov 2009 | 3:00 pm

  by Tiffany ChuAs a nod to the home of the nation's first subway, Rail-Volution rolled into Boston this past weekend. Planners, designers, engineers, and scholars eagerly feasted on the many workshops and panels that strived to answer the burning question: How can we build livable communities through transportation?

• Dwell Reports » Media Matters

  Aaron Britt

  5 Nov 2009 | 2:47 pm

  by Aaron BrittThough the contents of every cassette, LP, and VHS tape you've ever owned can now fit inside a gadget the size of a tie clip, your plasma TV and subwoofer still need a resting place. Film archivist Rick Prelinger helps us evaluate modern media storage.

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• It’s high time to redesign your Graphic Design Blog - Wake up!!

  Charlie B. Johnson

  5 Nov 2009 | 5:26 am

    Latest facelifts of top blogs from the Graphic Design World like “Smashing Magazine” and “Pro Blog Design” have left me puzzledL Undoubtedly, both the blogs have come up with classy minimal changes but the question is how to know it’s time to make-up your blog face? Surely, there comes time when a change has to arrive on our blog but important is that this progress happens at the right time. Lately, twice I planned to get my blog revamped but a second thought held me back “Now or later?” A blog redesign certainly has its own benefits, for which…

• Typographic Logos VS Graphical Logos - A fiddly comparison!!

  Charlie B. Johnson

  3 Nov 2009 | 4:38 am

  Don’t you ever wish to know the secret recipe of a successful logo design? I know it’s a lame question as there is none . We keep experimenting with our logo designs to come up with eye-catching and interest-grabbing logos. But in the end, we still don’t know which type of logo design will be a hit…. A black & white logo or a colorful Logo A weird logo design or a playful logo A typographic logo or a graphical logo Yes…. Today I bring an interesting comparison between the Typographic Logos and Graphical logos. I have put 20 logos in each category, for you…

• 23 Impressive Graphic Design Logos – Creative minds at work!!

  Charlie B. Johnson

  29 Oct 2009 | 9:41 pm

    While tootling around the blogosphere yesterday, unconsciously I started observing the creative logos of different graphic design blogs. It is always fun to see how artistically these creative gurus play with their logos. The best part of designing a logo for your blog is that you are not bound to follow an endless list of instructions (like the one given by your client Well, here is an inspiring compilation of logos from the magnetizing world of graphic design. Surely, you must have appreciated many of these logos earlier but trust me it was hard to skip them from the list. However, I…

• What matters more for Graphic Design Blogs: Search Engine Traffic or Social Media Traffic??

  Charlie B. Johnson

  27 Oct 2009 | 4:44 am

    Have the stats on your “Traffic Analytics Tool” ever made you question your blog’s worth without the social media or search engines? Well, the growing craze for social media has dominated the internet world with its viral effect. The bandwagon is growing with the brands discovering the value of social media. To make big profits and win special place in the busy blogosphere, we are spending endless hours on our laptops, making power accounts on numerous social networks like Digg, Twitter, Face Book and many more to be named. Although there are endless graphic design…

• 24 Numerical and Punctuation Logos – The Unusual Logo Designs!!

  Charlie B. Johnson

  23 Oct 2009 | 12:11 am

    Have you ever wondered your life without some of the big contributions of technology to the mankind? Your Internet and broadband, PC and laptop computers, Mobile and Iphones, Emails…are just a few to name. But have you ever pondered the minute things without which these prominent technology inventions wouldn’t have been of any use either. The alphabets, punctuation marks and digits placed on our keyboards are never accredited and we all regularly use them without imagining life without them. So, here is a collection of 24 numerical and punctuated logo designs showing…

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• How to Write a Mission Statement that Isn't Dumb

  6 Nov 2009 | 7:32 am

  An argument for mission statements featuring a call-to-action, as opposed to attitudes.

• We Don't Need No (Formal) Education

  6 Nov 2009 | 7:30 am

  In the not-so-distant future, will traditional universities give way to web education as a viable, legitimate education source?

• David Skokna: There’s No Such Thing as a B-Team

  4 Nov 2009 | 10:00 pm

  Many startups begin small. Ten years ago David Skokna broke away from the corporate world to found an interactive agency called HUGE. It’s first project? IKEA.com. Fast forward ten years and HUGE has infiltrated all aspects of the web, taking on world-class clients across several industries, including entertainment, media, and e-commerce. Their portfolio includes the current versions of JetBlue.com, About.com, ReadersDigest.com, NYCGo.com, ONE.org, and dozens more, in addition to current redesign projects for CNN.com and iVillage.com. As Global Creative Director and one of four partners,…

• Alain de Botton: A Kinder, Gentler Philosophy of Success

  4 Nov 2009 | 10:00 pm

  An argument for redefining success through a personal lens, as opposed to through the culturally promoted ideals of meritocracy, envy, and binaries.

• Do You Do Your Most Important Work First?

  3 Nov 2009 | 10:00 pm

  A look into priorities -- do you believe in getting the tough stuff out of the way, or saving it for later?

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• Entranced Stars

  6 Nov 2009 | 10:15 pm

  Photographs are done through traditional film photography. The landscapes and the figures come together as an almost dreamlike state.

• Stage eyewear

  6 Nov 2009 | 6:15 pm

• Nike Plus

  6 Nov 2009 | 2:15 pm

• Bomp°oO

  6 Nov 2009 | 10:15 am

• Paintings 2008

  6 Nov 2009 | 6:15 am

  Acrylic paintings by Adam Haynes from the 2008 calender year.

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• Anomaly Bench

  6 Nov 2009 | 10:15 pm

• ILLUMIO

  6 Nov 2009 | 2:15 pm

  Emotion changes in various reasons. ILLUMIO is an abstract model of how a human feels in his/her human relationship and the environment.

• SENTORI 58 R

  6 Nov 2009 | 6:15 am

  the exterior of SENTORI 58 R is inspired through automotive tention. The interior is loft style.

• Nissan Mori

  5 Nov 2009 | 10:15 pm

  Scooter for Japan

• Droopy Book Shelf

  5 Nov 2009 | 2:15 pm

  Keep your books in order with this minimalist approach to an angled bookshelf. This design relies on material properties and gravity to keep your books stacked nice and neat instead of using book ends.

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• About Face: Unbelievably Hilarious Face Painting Art

  Delana

  6 Nov 2009 | 10:00 am

  Remember going to birthday parties or the carnival as a child and getting your face painted? Face painting is fun and magical, and it lets us temporarily transform ourselves. You can be just about anything, from a fierce animal to a dainty fairy to a weird celebrity look-alike. Unfortunately, most of us stop getting our faces painting when we become adults. James Kuhn, however, picked up the habit as an adult – and ran with it. James Kuhn has considered him an artist for his whole life, but it wasn’t until he grew up that he began painting his own face with a new theme every…

• Off the Wall Graffiti: 11 Artists Making Odd Marks

  Delana

  5 Nov 2009 | 10:00 am

  By now, we’re all used to seeing graffiti and public art in urban and suburban settings. We’re so used to it, in fact, that we typically walk right by without giving it a second glance. But would you be able to ignore graffiti if it were done in a medium or a method you’d never seen before? These 11 innovative artists are stepping up the standards for graffiti and public art by doing it in ways we don’t usually see, but just might notice. Some of them are pure brilliance and sure to catch the attention of even the most jaded city-dweller. Buff Diss If you saw Buff…

• Mods: 26 Sexy Steampunk Gadgets & Hi-Tech Hacks

  Angie

  4 Nov 2009 | 10:00 am

  Steampunk is the mating of technology and romance, breeding some of the most wickedly cool gadget’s and art you’ve ever seen. It’s cool and brass-clad sexy. With a post apocalyptic type of rebellion, Steampunk enthusiast mod almost everything you can imagine and then some. This amazing urban art movement was birthed on the Internet, so it’s no wonder hi-tech hardware hackers are romancing technology with a Victorian passion, yearning for the aesthetic realm of The Time That Never Happened; Steampunk – where the future meets the past. Here are some of the slickest…

• Enthused and Infused: 19 New Directions For Teapot Design

  Mike

  3 Nov 2009 | 10:00 am

  What could be more welcoming than a pot of tea in the morning? (Coffee drinkers, you are not allowed to answer that). From its humble beginnings in ancient China, the teapot has gone from obscurity to the height of luxury and finally to worldwide ubiquity, embedding itself firmly in the English language (”as useless as a chocolate teapot“) and becoming an object of adoration by millions, particularly the Brits. But now teapots are disappearing – at least the traditional kind are. The next generation of beverage-buckets are here and they couldn’t look more different…

• Soul Searching: 11 Remarkable Robots Seeking Humanity

  Marc

  2 Nov 2009 | 6:00 pm

  What makes us human? With computer and robotics technology improving every day, we’ve already seen room-sized computers shrink to the size of a dime and cold metal has transformed into an increasingly organic aesthetic. With the current trajectory of technological advances, we’re bound to be faced with a situation in the future where the line between humanity and machine becomes blurred. Here are 11 robots in film faced with a crisis of identity. The obstacles faced by these compelling characters force us to analyze our own humanity. Where is the line between man and machine? Roy…

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• Eating Thin: Extremely Skinny Dining Room Table Design

  d0rn0b

  6 Nov 2009 | 1:00 pm

  It seems almost impossible to imagine a dining room table with essentially no surface area – after all, having a flat place to set down your plates and silverware is almost an assumed part of this central and ubiquitous piece of home furniture by definition. Nilly Landao chose the perspective for her short film featuring this incredibly slim table quite carefully. The viewer is in fact never shown the precise method by which it holds things up, though slots in a vertical wooden surface can be inferred from the images and animation. The more you see, however, the more it makes you…

• Swimming Cities: Floating Trash or Modern Pirate Treasure?

  d0rn0b

  6 Nov 2009 | 7:00 am

  Set against the backdrop of a contemporary city skyline, this ramshackle collection of recycled parts looks as much like a half-sunk pirate ship of pile of floating debris as it does a functional floating hobo-style hodgepodge home. But these are not merely a one-time installation or thrown-together art project: this collection of makeshift mobile water homes has sailed the open seas and picked up musicians, performers and other artists along its way. Swoon is known for on-land street art as well as works featured in prominent galleries around the world, but stepped from stable dry ground…

• Dead Houses: Crafted in Memory of Lost & Destroyed Homes

  d0rn0b

  5 Nov 2009 | 5:00 pm

  Sure, some of us ‘love’ our homes … but few of us wonder if a house can ‘die’. There is a fascinating 18th-and-19th-Century tradition of grieving loved by taking and braiding, knitting or otherwise working the hair of the decease into a crafted object to commemorate them – and in similar recent-past traditions, photographs were sometimes taken of their still and lifeless body (shiver). The artist whose work is featured here plays on these traditions in a strange modern reinterpretation of that practice … only she has created commemorative sculptural…

• How to: Recycle a Rubber Hose into a Cheap & Comfy Chair

  d0rn0b

  5 Nov 2009 | 1:00 pm

  Clean modern lines, wood and metal supports … one could almost imagine this being sold at your local contemporary furniture store for thousands of dollars. Except: that comfortable-looking lining threaded between the structural frame is an ordinary, everyday reused garden hose. Total cost? About twenty bucks. A few pieces of plywood, threaded metal rods, washers and bolts are all that is needed to construct the supporting elements on the sides of the seat. The standard-sized rubber hose is then woven between holes punched in the ply. By stretching the length of hose tightly across the…

• Artists Rework Waterworks into Live-&-Work Studio Space

  d0rn0b

  5 Nov 2009 | 7:41 am

  Some people saw this old industrial water pumping station as an eyesore, a giant architectural relic out of place and scale in its now-residential semi-urban surroundings near the middle of contemporary downtown Berlin. An artistic duo, however, saw it is a huge blank canvas on which to create a masterpiece of modern minimalism. For the price of a cheap condo in most other major European cities, Elmgreen & Dragset were able to purchase the property for under a million dollars – a steal considering the fine structural shape it is in and the incredibly vast interior space it contains.

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• Deals and Steals (Coupons and Sales)

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  24 Oct 2009 | 1:46 pm

  Today appears to be a good day for great savings on some of our favorite things. Great deal on Woo Themes. As usual, get 2 wordpress themes for the price of 1.  Now you can also get 25% off using coupon code “ROCKSTAR” FREE Shoemoneyx course! The best way to learn about blogging, monetizing, etc.  Only available until 10/30/09, then access is discontinued.  Be sure to sign up now. Brand New iMacs at $100 off.  They sure are beautiful and the new specs are awesome! Enjoy!

• Obsessed With Circa

  admin

  11 Oct 2009 | 7:50 pm

  I am so addicted to Circa notebooks.  Levenger’s Circa series lets you totally customize your notebook in letter, junior and compact sizes. You can order a $40 sampler set which gives you a letter size setup and more plus a $40 gift card to pick the products you like (so the sampler is free).  A suggestion is to use the card to get the compact grid 300 page refill for $9.95 (regularly $38) and starter kits in all sizes.  Try these coupons. If you are fortunate enough to live near a Levenger Store, they have workshops that show you how to assemble and they give you a free sample.  I…

• 50% Off WordPress Videos – Limited Time Offer

  admin

  22 Sep 2009 | 6:04 am

  LIMITED TIME OFFER!!!!  50% OFF The Wordpress Video Series with 46 videos is now available here only for 50% off using the orange button.   This is a limited time offer. Nearly 5 HOURS of step-by-step video training! And don’t worry, no geeky tech talk! Just simple guided videos. 46 WordPress training videos, including: - Registering a domain name, getting web hosting and changing nameservers. - Using FileZilla FTP. - Installing WordPress manually and automatically. - How to create new content, add images etc. - How to install and manage plugins and themes. - How to Use WordPress Widgets…

• Fantastic Foxinni Plugin

  admin

  21 Sep 2009 | 8:40 pm

  I downloaded and tried Foxinni’s plugin, ThemeSmith, last week.  Wow, I was so impressed.  I have tried other gallery plugins, and none were this elegant or easy to customize.  In addition to photos, the plugin works for audio and video.  Best of all, it is free and according to Foxinni, “Web publishing should be simple and easy.”  Well, this plugin certainly gets us one step closer to that goal. Check out this 3 minute gallery demo (includes installing plugin).  You will notice that the plugin works well with Slimbox 2 if you click to enlarge.

• How I Use Evernote

  admin

  14 Sep 2009 | 12:00 am

  Evernote is a free web based program with a companion app for desktop and iPhone/iPod Touch.  My primary personal use is from the desktop app.  The app loads in 3 seconds on my machine, and gives me instant access to my notes or to quickly paste something in.  Here are some samples of the things I store in Evernote: snippets of code color palettes (see the image above, which was pasted from a web app) case ID#s of technical help call-ins ftp info screenshots pics or text from web pages wine or meal to remember restaurant or movie suggestions and the list goes on….  In short, it is a…

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  NYT > Art & Design

• Exhibition Review | 'A Woman’s Wit: Jane Austen’s Life and Legacy': At the Morgan, the Jane Austen Her Family Knew

  By EDWARD ROTHSTEIN

  6 Nov 2009 | 10:16 pm

  “A Woman’s Wit: Jane Austen’s Life and Legacy,” a new exhibition at the Morgan Library & Museum, includes many personal letters and early manuscripts by the author.

• Design Review | 'Bauhaus': Finding a Bit of Animal House in the Bauhaus

  By NICOLAI OUROUSSOFF

  6 Nov 2009 | 12:25 pm

  The exhibition at the Museum of Modern Art takes a sledgehammer to the clichés, particularly the notion that the Bauhaus marched in lockstep to a single vision.

• Antiques: 18th-Century Furniture That Sincerely Flatters

  By EVE M. KAHN

  6 Nov 2009 | 11:52 am

  At Philip Colleck Ltd., a display of the furniture known as chinoiserie and japonaiserie is surprisingly transporting.

• Art Review | Roni Horn: Gaining a Voice and an Identity in Minimalism

  By ROBERTA SMITH

  6 Nov 2009 | 7:48 am

  The Whitney Museum has accorded two full floors to Roni Horn’s exhibition of sculpture, drawings and photographs. In places the show is so spaciously installed that her work looks lost.

• Museum and Gallery Listings

  Selective listings from art critics of The New York Times.

  5 Nov 2009 | 9:47 pm

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  Picocool

• Robocabs by Mach505

  MikeGusto

  6 Nov 2009 | 11:39 am

  Street artist and designer Mach505 from Truly Design presents his toy series called ‘Robocabs’ made of spraypaint nozzles and covers. The robots are painted with acrylic paint and are held together by glue and powerful magnets, which allow you to move arms and heads of the robots.2 Vote(s)

• "Fun"ctional art by Nicola L.

  laurasweet

  6 Nov 2009 | 11:37 am

  Wild aquariums, furniture and more from French artist Nicola L. take on the shape of heads, eyes and snails.2 Vote(s)

• Wi-frie

  grodrigues

  6 Nov 2009 | 11:15 am

  A successful campaign full of minimalism to the advertiser McDonald's. A highlighted both service and product, to advertise free Wi-fi in the restaurant chain. "Love free wi-fi" a sense of agency DDB Sydney.3 Vote(s)

• SimpleHuman Sensor Soap Pump

  vinko

  6 Nov 2009 | 11:15 am

  The sensor soap pump dispenses soap touch-free to help avoid the spread of germs. Simply place your hand under the sensor to dispense soap automatically.2 Vote(s)

• Cassette From My Ex: The Book

  brainpicker

  6 Nov 2009 | 7:43 am

  60 noted writers and musicians share the intimate stories behind mixtapes they've created in a book based on one of the most inspired blogs out there4 Vote(s)

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• Hair'em Scare'em : All about Hair !

  yietze

  6 Nov 2009 | 8:28 pm

  Cutting-edge Publisher and Creative Agency, Gestalten just launch a new amazing book about hair ! Hair’em Scare’em presents an extraordinary exploration through the fascinating beauty and inventive possibilities of hair as a medium for artistic expression in fashion, contemporary art and design.1 Vote(s)

• 50 Graphic identities oldschool & vintage design

  Pixiome

  6 Nov 2009 | 1:51 pm

  Discover through this article, 50 identities graphic styles oldschool vintage and retro inspired patterns for years 20 to 50. From typography to colors, packaging the website through numerous hard copy, the revival of those years we plunge into graphic worlds nostalgic pastel hues.1 Vote(s)

• Gregory Green Robot Sculpture

  HerArtSheLoves

  6 Nov 2009 | 11:36 am

  He's one lean green robot machine! Polymer Clay & Coiled Wire create an adorable sculpture.1 Vote(s)

• Yanne Golev Photography

  MikeGusto

  6 Nov 2009 | 9:33 am

  Photographer Yanne Golev from Sofia, Bulgaria, gives us an insight into his artwork with a collection of pictures taken in the central jail of Sofia. By looking at these deserted concrete rooms you get a distinct feeling that each room has a secret history of its own.1 Vote(s)

• a4Anamorphisma4 by Ninja182

  MikeGusto

  6 Nov 2009 | 9:32 am

  Graphic design studio Truly Design introduces us to the street art of Ninja182 and his latest project called ‘Anamorphism’ made with contemporary art techniques to create a mind-blowing artwork, which can only be seen in its completeness from a specific angle in the room.1 Vote(s)

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• Robocabs by Mach505

  MikeGusto

  6 Nov 2009 | 11:39 am

  Street artist and designer Mach505 from Truly Design presents his toy series called ‘Robocabs’ made of spraypaint nozzles and covers. The robots are painted with acrylic paint and are held together by glue and powerful magnets, which allow you to move arms and heads of the robots.2 Vote(s)

• "Fun"ctional art by Nicola L.

  laurasweet

  6 Nov 2009 | 11:37 am

  Wild aquariums, furniture and more from French artist Nicola L. take on the shape of heads, eyes and snails.2 Vote(s)

• Wi-frie

  grodrigues

  6 Nov 2009 | 11:15 am

  A successful campaign full of minimalism to the advertiser McDonald's. A highlighted both service and product, to advertise free Wi-fi in the restaurant chain. "Love free wi-fi" a sense of agency DDB Sydney.3 Vote(s)

• SimpleHuman Sensor Soap Pump

  vinko

  6 Nov 2009 | 11:15 am

  The sensor soap pump dispenses soap touch-free to help avoid the spread of germs. Simply place your hand under the sensor to dispense soap automatically.2 Vote(s)

• Cassette From My Ex: The Book

  brainpicker

  6 Nov 2009 | 7:43 am

  60 noted writers and musicians share the intimate stories behind mixtapes they've created in a book based on one of the most inspired blogs out there4 Vote(s)

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  Six Revisions

• Announcement: UPrinting Business Card Giveaway Winners

  Jacob Gube

  6 Nov 2009 | 9:00 pm

  UPrinting.com and Six Revisions teamed up to give five Six Revisions readers a chance to win a set of 500 die cut business cards. Today, we’d like to announce the winners of the giveaway. Winners of the UPrinting Die Cut Business Cards These are the folks you’ve won the business cards of the "Best Online Resource for Graphic Designers?" giveaway: Nikas Jose Adan Ortiz AJ Sandra Kidd Annick Congratulations to the winners and you should get an email soon with details on how receive your prizes. Screenshot Here is the screen grab of the MySQL query that was executed to…

• Announcement: Navicat License Winners

  Jacob Gube

  6 Nov 2009 | 7:00 pm

  Last week, Navicat, the creators of popular database administration software, worked with Six Revisions to give three lucky winners a chance to win single-user licenses of their wonderful tools. Today, we’re happy to announce the winners. Winners Here are the winners of the Navicat giveaway. Shaun – Winner of Navicat for MySQL Enterprise Edition license JR – Winner of Navicat for PostgreSQL Enterprise Edition license Matt Powell – Winner of Navicat for Oracle Enterprise Edition Congratulations to the winners and you will be contacted soon about claiming your prizes.

• Minimal and Modern Layout: PSD to XHTML/CSS Conversion

  Jacob Gube

  5 Nov 2009 | 8:00 am

  In this web design tutorial, you’ll see a process for converting a Photoshop mockup to working HTML/CSS template. This is Part 2 of a tutorial series that will show you how to create the design, and then convert it to an HTML/CSS template. Minimal and Modern Portfolio Layout Tutorial Series Part 1: Design a Minimal and Modern Portfolio Layout in Photoshop Part 2: Minimal and Modern Layout: PSD to XHTML/CSS Conversion Demo Click on the image preview below to launch the demo of what we’ll be creating today. Before you begin If you haven’t already, you’re highly…

• 10 Free Server & Network Monitoring Tools that Kick Ass

  Jacob Gube

  4 Nov 2009 | 3:48 pm

  When you have a website or a network, it’s helpful to be aware of any issues as soon as they occur. There are open source and freeware server/network monitoring tools that will supervise your infrastructure for any issues that may arise. These tools are meant to aid you in avoiding being taken offline and evaluating if your resource needs has outgrown your infrastructure. In this article, we review our top 10 server/network monitoring tools. You will see a variety of server applications here so that you might find the tool (or tools) for your needs. 1. Monit Monit not only monitors your…

• Microstock Photo Credits Giveaway: Win 20 Credits on Pixmac

  Jacob Gube

  3 Nov 2009 | 8:49 am

  Pixmac, a microstock photo site (read more about them on the microstock:insider blog), is giving away 20 credits worth $23.00 to five randomly selected winners. How to participate This giveaway is sort of like a scavenger hunt; this is what you have to do: Step 1: Head over to the Pixmac Web Address: http://www.pixmac.com Step 2: Look for a photo that you think represents design and/or development Step 3: Head back to this page and, in the comments: provide a link to your photo describe why you think it represents design and/or development and share your experiences with using the Pixmac site…

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  Better Living Through Design

• Loadbearing MShelving

  katie

  6 Nov 2009 | 7:02 am

  Customizable storage systems aren’t really a new thing, but Loadbearing’s MShelving does have a certain appeal with its industrial frame with pick-your-own door color options. With somewhat reasonable price points, it could fit your storage needs quite well. MShelving… allows you to create your own look from a wide range of interchangeable colored steel and wood veneer sliding doors and half- and full- height drawers. MShelving was designed by Mathias Frei of Zürich, and is produced in Switzerland and Italy. It combines a sturdy, fairly industrial-feeling steel shelving…

• Zipper Cup (Set of 2)

  katie

  6 Nov 2009 | 6:42 am

  Keep that tea bag in place with this set of two Zipper cups. Might be a good gift (see below) for someone this holiday season too. A zipper is a unique device used around the world to typically join two sides of fabric, such as in clothing, bags and now…cups…well, not exactly. While the zipper cup does not function like an actual zipper, the zipper design is incorporated into another commonly used household product such as a cup. The intricate design mechanism of a zipper reflects the bonding and friendship of two people, which is why they are sold in pairs. Great for gifts to…

• Pirwi Piasa Room Divider

  katie

  6 Nov 2009 | 6:24 am

  If you’re in need of a room divider and have $2500, take this piece into consideration. If you buy it, good luck remembering the name as well as the legend from which it came. The Piasa is part of the knitted furniture family designed by Emiliano Godoy. The pieces are joined in such a way that they can freely rotate to create different profiles. Its name comes from an Illini legend telling the story of the Piasa bird, which “was as large as a calf with horns like a deer, red eyes, the body covered with green, red and black scales and a tail so long it passed around the body, over the…

• Here Hook

  kris

  6 Nov 2009 | 4:30 am

  Katie and I met the charming Richard Shed a few years ago at ICFF and I picked up his “Here Hook” and it’s one of my favorite pieces. The Here Hook is a great design piece and at only $10 you can grab a few. Would be great in a kitchen as a dish towel holder, in the bath as a towel hook, or in an entry as a coat rack.

• Cigar Box Wardrobe for Droog

  kris

  5 Nov 2009 | 7:20 am

  An alternative to the usual Ikea wardrobe, it’s not exactly a cheap storage solution, especially considering the amount of actual storage you actually get for it, but it’s an interesting storage option for those of you for whom money is no object. By Wieki Somers & Dylan van den Berg okoume plywood, hinges, sealing paper, laser imprint includes mirror Dimensions: 70 x 30 x 201 cm

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  Simply Stated

• Protecting Your Tech

  ErinDoland

  5 Nov 2009 | 8:34 am

  My laptop and phone are the two most important tools I use to do my work. Protecting these devices is essential. As a result, I'm always on the lookout for beautiful, efficient, and (in this case) sustainable ways to protect them. Recently, I came across byrd and belle's shop on Etsy. It's full of felted wool laptop bags and cell phone covers that look modern and elegant, in addition to being very useful: One important aspect of being a smart consumer and leading an organized and uncluttered life is that you take the time, space, resources, and energy to protect the things you choose to have…

• Five Ways to Get Through the Holiday Season Calmly

  ErinDoland

  3 Nov 2009 | 8:19 am

  Buy a case of Champagne (many stores will offer a discount). Give bottles as hostess gifts, then use the rest on New Year’s Eve. Avoid surprises. Confirm vacation days with your HR department. Know what to expect. Check Traffic.com, Flightstats.com, and Weather.com before traveling. Give gifts you don’t need to wrap and/or ship. Try zoo and museum memberships, items from Etsy.com, spa or credit-card gift cards, or dance lessons. Skip the cooking. Order a smoked turkey from your favorite barbecue joint. What advice would you add to this list? I'm excited to read your suggestions in the…

• Election Day Party Theme For Kids

  HollyBecker

  3 Nov 2009 | 4:12 am

  With Election Day being a current hot topic, I must share an adorable vintage campaign party theme for kids that you'll love whether you're a parent or not -- it's so creative and clever! Plus I have tons of photos from this special day to share, so be sure to keep scrolling down to view all of the delicious eye candy. This clever theme was coordinated by creative mom and paper goods designer in Washington, D.C., Suann Song, who happens to have a son named Ike so the party was called, "I Like Ike". The theme was developed around Eisenhower's presidential campaign in…

• Chocovenyl Wall Graphics

  HollyBecker

  2 Nov 2009 | 3:20 am

  I was delighted to hear from Nataly Nir this morning from Chocovenyl in England, a children's wall decal company because they carry decals by some of my favorite illustrators and designers. Nataly, a graphic designer and a mom, loves decorating with decals which led to her passion for creating a company that makes them. Using state of the art printing equipment and premium materials to produce these whimsical graphics, Chocovenyl stands out because their decals have a slight texture and can be used over and over again since they're printed on fabric. With categories like tea party,…

• Photographer Bob O'Connor

  HollyBecker

  30 Oct 2009 | 5:39 am

  I was reading Jenn Ski's blog recently, she's an artist living in New Hampshire, and discovered the photography of Boston photographer Bob O'Connor. He shot her beautiful mid century modern home for, I'm guessing, a magazine or book and I thought I'd share some of the photos with you today. So many love the mid century style and enjoy bringing it into this century in a fresh, modern way and I think Jenn does this so well and I appreciate that she decorates on a budget. Mixing in products from stores like Room & Board and sites like Craigslist for used finds, she is…

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  digg.com: Stories / Design / Popular

• Ask the Artist: How Windows 7's Iconic Home Screen Evolved

  6 Nov 2009 | 7:15 am

  Chuck Anderson, creator of Windows 7's laid-back, cerulean-cool default wallpaper and login screen, showed me the evolution of his work --including Easter eggs, avoiding Mac tropes and why flaming skulls didn't make the final design.

• 10 cool 3D buildings made with Google SketchUp (SLIDESHOW)

  5 Nov 2009 | 7:50 pm

  Among all the free tools that Google produces, its 3D modeling software, SketchUp, has to be one of the best and most addicting. These 10 models were selected from Google's 3D Warehouse, its online library of thousands of models created by SketchUp users. (SLIDESHOW)

• Cookie monster eats Google!

  5 Nov 2009 | 12:20 pm

  Another Google Sesame Street 40th anniversary celebration - at http://www.google.co.uk

• Wallace and Gromit Google logo

  4 Nov 2009 | 7:16 am

  Google celebrate the 20th anniversary of Wallace and Gromit

• Futuristic pod car uses vacuum

  2 Nov 2009 | 9:10 pm

  Futuristic Vacuum Pod concept car uses maglev (magnetic and gravitational force field) technology.

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  Uncrate

• UpCycle Ottoman

  6 Nov 2009 | 2:07 pm

  Spice up your living room decor with the UpCycle Ottoman ($425). This 18-inch square foot cushion is upholstered with repurposed jute bags that were previously used to transport organic coffee...Visit Uncrate for the full post.

• The Book of Basketball

  6 Nov 2009 | 1:39 pm

  Get yourself ready for another NBA season with The Book of Basketball ($17). Written by ESPN's "The Sports Guy" Bill Simmons, this 700-page tome takes an irreverent, entertaining, and yet...Visit Uncrate for the full post.

• Woolrich Woolen Mills Maine Guide Jacket

  6 Nov 2009 | 12:04 pm

  We're not sure whether it's actually worn by guides in Maine, but the Woolrich Woolen Mills Maine Guide Jacket ($500) is certainly up to the job. Made in the U.S....Visit Uncrate for the full post.

• The Beatles USB Apple Collection

  6 Nov 2009 | 8:55 am

  Who would have thought that The Beatles would finally go digital on... a USB stick? The Beatles USB Apple Collection ($280; December 8) includes all the remastered goodness of the...Visit Uncrate for the full post.

• Tumbleweed Tiny Houses

  6 Nov 2009 | 8:33 am

  When most people think of tiny houses, they think of the quaint, smallish-homes one finds in older neighborhoods, built back before the rise of the McMansion. But Tumbleweed Tiny Houses...Visit Uncrate for the full post.

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  Outblush

• The Beatles USB Apple

  6 Nov 2009 | 1:39 pm

  We don't know if the hype around the Beatles will ever fade, and that's a-ok with us...especially if that means we keep seeing awesome items like The Beatles USB Apple...Visit Outblush for the full post.

• ABS Sequin Shift Dress

  6 Nov 2009 | 12:40 pm

  Hmmm, some of you ladies weren't feeling the last sequin dress we posted, but how about this little number? Admittedly, it's still a dress covered entirely by sequins, but this...Visit Outblush for the full post.

• Jay Strongwater November Locket Charm

  6 Nov 2009 | 12:30 pm

  Were you born in November? Do you love your birthstone, topaz? Well then this one's just for you! The Jay Strongwater November Locket Charm ($125) is perfect for all autumn...Visit Outblush for the full post.

• Celeb Style: Michelle Obama-Rama

  6 Nov 2009 | 12:29 pm

  Our final day of the week that is Michelle Obama's wardrobe showcase ends on a positive note, a floral one to be exact! While we love how she pulls off...Visit Outblush for the full post.

• Leaf Trail Mirror

  6 Nov 2009 | 12:29 pm

  Isn't the Leaf Trail Mirror ($20) darling? Foliage graze the edges of this mirror in the palest of pale shade of pink. It may be too sweet, but it may...Visit Outblush for the full post.

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  MoCoLoco

• Peter Norton Family Christmas Art Projects

  Harry

  6 Nov 2009 | 9:52 am

  You could own or give a Peter Norton Family Christmas Art Project this year. Every year since 1988, art collector, software entrepreneur, and MoMA trustee Peter Norton has commissioned an art edition to celebrate the Christmas season and holidays. Above, Untitled (Glass Bowl) by Do Ho Suh, 2004.

• 5 Inspired Objects From Tokyo

  Felicity

  6 Nov 2009 | 7:45 am

  Inspiration for design objects comes from many unusual sources in Japan. Whether it's ribbon and the complexity of mangrove roots for a chair, jet plane aerodynamics for a table or rabbit ears for a vase, the result is always surprisingly elegant (vs. campy) and, sly.

• Petals by Daisuke Hiraiwa

  Felicity

  6 Nov 2009 | 5:25 am

  Disposable plastic spoons become perforated petals in a lampshade by Daisuke Hiraiwa.

• This Week At Art MoCo

  sabine7

  6 Nov 2009 | 4:09 am

  Lone women signal for help from barren landscapes in Wake, a recent series of paintings by Maya Gold. Will these seashells bring rescue? See the rest of the week at Art MoCo after the jump.

• Sunday Drive by Luke Smalley

  sabine7

  5 Nov 2009 | 9:42 pm

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  Design Observer: Main Posts

• Start Asking

  Design Observer

  5 Nov 2009 | 10:44 am

  Start Asking was Ryan Fitzgibbon's solution to the final challenge of Command X: Season 2, the graphic design reality show at the AIGA Make/Think Conference in Memphis.

• Hot Times in the Old Town

  Design Observer

  5 Nov 2009 | 9:44 am

  East 82nd Street, 2007,painting from Alexis Rockman's American Icons series depicting future landscapes ravaged by climate change

• Between Mission Statement and Parametric Model

  Design Observer

  5 Nov 2009 | 7:44 am

  Boston-based architect and educator Tim Love argues that architectural education is in crisis, a result of the increasing tension between digitally driven formal experimentation and new mandates for social responsibility.

• Not the Same Old Same Old

  Design Observer

  5 Nov 2009 | 6:27 am

  It’s hard not to agree that cars, though better designed and engineered than ever, are often pressed into plebian duty.

• Sustainability Posters

  Design Observer

  4 Nov 2009 | 7:07 pm

  Six leading designers make posters of the word Sustainability.

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  metacool

• Unabashed Gearhead Gnarlyness

  Diego Rodriguez

  31 Oct 2009 | 3:29 pm

  Finally got me a proper racing helmet!  A boyhood dream come true.Many thanks to everyone who helped me pick the right one and get it set up with graphics: Jeff, Katie, Gerry, Diem, David, and Helen.And I'd like to thank my sponsors, blah blah blah blah metacool.

• Liu Lecture Series in Design at Stanford

  Diego Rodriguez

  25 Oct 2009 | 3:43 pm

• What are you going to do today?

  Diego Rodriguez

  8 Oct 2009 | 7:28 am

  The Daily Show With Jon StewartMon - Thurs 11p / 10cWilliam Kamkwambawww.thedailyshow.comDaily Show Full EpisodesPolitical HumorRon Paul Interview Be sure to check out William's blog

• Update: My Hipster Doofus Dutch Bike Project, or another episode of Unabashed Gearhead Gnarlyness

  Diego Rodriguez

  7 Oct 2009 | 9:57 pm

  I bought a Breezer bike last year, and was really happy with it, but as I just can't leave well enough alone, I took to tweaking it.  My objective?  To turn it into a true object of hipster doofus lust, to make it a stealthy mountain-urban bike in Dutch city bike's clothing.I'm kicking myself for not taking a "before" photo, but trust me when I say that the bike looks much better now: I've swapped out the stock seat, handlebars, and grips for some much tastier items from Brooks, Nitto, and a Portuguese cork farmer.  And the grips are shellacked, natch. …

• The future of NPR

  Diego Rodriguez

  6 Oct 2009 | 8:08 am

  And now for something not-so-completely-different, on Friday I'm participating in a Digital Think In for National Public Radio.  A group of us are going to spend the day formulating and envisioning a digital media strategy for NPR.  I'm really excited, as there's going to be some juicy business design involved, especially as we work with issues around the "social", "open", and "platform" aspects of their service.Anyhow, if you have any ideas, I'd love to hear them -- please drop me an email or leave a comment.  The official Twitter hashtag…

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  Jeremy Scheller

• Tech Hurdles: Internet solution for the mobile church.

  jeremyscheller

  5 Nov 2009 | 12:27 pm

  The Sanctuary meets in a Minneapolis Public School. We’ve long had the desire to move our kids’ check-in system to the web-based system that comes with Fellowship One (Our church management software). Internet access has always been a hurdle. The school isn’t able to allow us to use their network. They also aren’t able to let us install our own line. So, we’ve had to come up with a new solution. That’s where the Novatel 2200 comes into play. We’re going to be using this handy little device on the Verizon network to give us internet access for our 3…

• Trade As One.

  jeremyscheller

  28 Oct 2009 | 10:00 am

  Hmmm… What if a solution to our problem is a solution to someone else’s problem? Well then, we should solve it… This is a great reminder of the importance of Fair Trade. Thanks to @neerajmehta for posting.

• Quite possibly the most well-designed app to hit the iPhone

  jeremyscheller

  21 Oct 2009 | 11:57 am

  I’m a bit of a foodie. That’s no secret. My foodie hero is Jamie Oliver. The Brit chef is trying to convert the world back to home-cooking with real, fresh ingredients. So when his new iPhone app launched last week, I jumped to check it out. Despite the hefty price tag ($7.99 US), I still downloaded it immediately. Later, I found out that this wasn’t much to pay for what I got. Here’s a few features of the app: It’s essentially a cookbook. There’s 50 “20 Minute Meals” (My first one took about 45 minutes, but I’ll get there.) It’s a…

• Solar Decathlon: Great Impact with Less Impact.

  jeremyscheller

  9 Oct 2009 | 9:05 am

  Every two years, 20 architecture, design and building teams descend on the Mall in Washington DC to display new concepts of solar-powered homes in the Solar Decathlon sponsored by the US Department of Energy. The purpose of the event is really to raise awareness and to raise the bar of inspiration and innovation around building Zero Energy Homes. No matter where you land on the issues regarding climate change, from a truly pragmatic perspective, I think there are a number of things we can all agree on: Getting energy from completely natural sources is a good thing. The cost of the wind and…

• Don’t turn your back on your audience…

  jeremyscheller

  1 Oct 2009 | 8:02 am

  Thinking about Kem Meyer’s Social Media breakout at the Innovate Conference last week. I started blogging and entering the social media world about 4-5 years ago. Honestly, I haven’t thought much about you the reader. Realistically, I’ve been thinking about myself. My passions, my quirkiness, my nerdiness, my self-absorbtion. Kem challenged the room to consider their primary audience in the realm of social media and to not forget about their secondary audience. As I reflect over the last few years, here’s where I think my audience is (feel free to tell me I’m…

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  Design*Sponge

• weekly wrap up + another d*s book peek

  grace

  6 Nov 2009 | 10:00 am

  i’m in the home stretch of my d*s book manuscript writing so i’m going to head back to work now- but i wanted to leave you with another little peek into its pages. this detail shot belongs to one of our editor’s amazing homes. when you see the full shot of this room you’re going to flip- it is the most gorgeous peach color ever. along with this home, all of the other d*s editor homes will be featured in the book, so stay tuned- it’s shaping up so nicely! until monday, i hope you all have a wonderful weekend. below is a summary of this week’s…

• behind the bar: plum and green tea martini

  grace

  6 Nov 2009 | 9:00 am

  Alissa and I have both been under the weather for the past week and with HORNE, our friend’s wedding and day-to-day life, we haven’t had an abundance of time to take care of ourselves. The one thing we did do, which really helped, was drink a lot of green tea with honey. So, when our sister, Jillian, told us she recently had an amazing drink that prominently featured green tea and honey we thought sharing the recipe with everyone would be the perfect way to pay homage to the multitudes of people suffering through cold and flu season. [photo by Jonathan Levitt for the Boston Globe]This…

• cookbook reviews with kristina: great food photography

  grace

  6 Nov 2009 | 8:00 am

  This week, I thought I would focus on cookbooks with great food photography, since photography is becoming a bigger part of the food experience these days. There are a few new books out this season which I believe raise the bar in cookbooks. Why? They do not just deliver recipes. They deliver an entire food experience, from the location in which the food is enjoyed, to the environ in which the food is gathered, prepared, and served. [image above from Gordon Ramsey's 'Cooking with Friends', after the jump]What sets the photography apart in these books? I can tell you what I like, starting…

• in the kitchen with: andy, lauren, and susie

  grace

  6 Nov 2009 | 7:04 am

  This is the second part of the New Zealand-based Our Kitchen team. Last week we featured the Vegetable Torta by Sara and Emma in Auckland. This week we have Cookie Cream Sandwiches (with cinnamon-chocolate semi-freddo!) from Andy, Lauren, and Susie in the Dunedin kitchen. Notwithstanding their different locations, the team keeps their food blog going with wonderful recipes and fantastic photography. Even though Andy says the recipe is a little labor-intensive, don’t believe him! Just make it and enjoy, no matter which hemisphere you’re in! -Kristina CLICK HERE for the full Cookie…

• small measures with ashley: domestic liquor

  grace

  6 Nov 2009 | 6:00 am

  I’m what you might call a bit of a “timid” imbiber, when it comes to alcohol. If it doesn’t taste good, I won’t drink it. If it has to be downed in quick shots, it’s not really my gig. If it must be sipped, savored, and consumed with attention to flavor nuance, however, then I’m on board. I’ve allowed myself to be “over-served” only about five times in my life (those Italian Surfers-a fruity blend of Disaronno amaretto, Malibu rum, and pineapple juice-that I sampled at that ’80’s-themed party whilst dressed as Molly…

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  Design Sojourn

• Michael Bierut’s 5 Secrets of Design

  DT

  5 Nov 2009 | 8:01 am

  Michael Bierut of Pentagram and Design Observer fame, has shared some of his words of wisdom collected through his years as a designer. He digs through his 86 notebooks filled with his design work, and distills his thoughts down to 5 awesome design secrets. If you don’t have the time to watch the 19 minute video, check out Michael’s 5 secrets which I have reproduced below. 1) Listen first, then design 2) Don’t avoid the obvious 3) The problem contains the solution 4) Indulge your obsessions 5) Love is the answer What I also found particularly interesting was how Michael…

• The Design Process made Sexy at The Stanford D-School

  DT

  5 Nov 2009 | 3:00 am

  Click on the image to zoom in. Check out this visualization of the Design Process taught at the Stanford D-School . The photo was taken by Nina, a senior at Stanford majoring in product design. The visual is familiar, logical and strangely alluring. The design process made sexy? Just follow the curves! Via: Young and Brilliant.

• Slow Design: 13 Years to get this Wooden Radio Right

  DT

  28 Oct 2009 | 7:58 am

  Edit:An irate Design Sojourn reader has highlighted to me that this is Green Washing at its best. Mahogany trees takes 10 years to mature before it can be cut down. I have responded directly to her, but I also would like to hear your feedback on this? First off, I don’t claim to be an expert on sustainability issues, and I am learning more about this everyday. So rightly or wrongly here are some of my thoughts on this matter: 1) I saw this more of protecting the livelihood of 30 craftsmen who could be making worst things like a Mahogany table! We are just speculating here that the…

• Design Leadership is about Asking the Right Questions

  DT

  27 Oct 2009 | 5:00 am

  This morning, my colleague pointed me in the direction of this great little New York Times interview with Tim Brown, the chief executive and president of IDEO. (Wow, he even gets on the NY Times!) In the interview, Tim shares that (design) leadership is not about having all the answers but asking the right questions. There is no point in creating a great design that answers the wrong question. Unfortunately, this is something that many designers are guilty of. Here’s a juicy snippet: Q. What other important leadership lessons have you learned? A. As a design consultant, I get to work with…

• Taking Advantage of Economies of Scale: $10 Kiran Solar Lamp

  DT

  26 Oct 2009 | 7:27 am

  I was really impress with the $10 Kiran Solar Lamp by D.Light. Finally someone is using the cost advantages that come with manufacturing economies of scale to keep the price of a product low rather than using it to enjoy higher margins. A socially conscious product, the Kiran Lamp was designed to be a safer and brighter alternative to Kerosene lamps. Not only that, the Kiran’s $10 price tag allows the lamp to have a maximum impact in the lives of people that need this product the most. You’ll soon realize the enormity of this when you look at these stats: There are more than 1…

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  A(nother) renovation blog

• Good light for photos

  kaybar007

  3 Nov 2009 | 3:28 pm

  So far we've had one plumber come round to quote for the new boiler. We used to live next door to his parents, and he did the boiler at our flat. Top bloke. It's been a week and a half so we're hoping the quote is imminent. The other plumber I contacted didn't show up and I'm having trouble getting a recommendation for anyone else (if you happen to have a reliable boiler oriented plumber's

• Cabinet stop gap

  kaybar007

  19 Oct 2009 | 1:43 pm

  Another Friday night at Ikea. We must be getting pretty good at it now as we don't fight any more. Partly due to knowing all the short cuts around the store, but also learning the tricks - such as eating first, parking near the lifts where you exit from rather than near the entrance and making a list.On this trip we bought the two metal cabinets mentioned in an earlier post, and two plastic trays

• Petite Panton chairs

  kaybar007

  13 Oct 2009 | 1:34 pm

  I've always liked the Panton "S" (stackable) chair, it's a 20th Century Design icon and was the first plastic chair made from one section.We considered getting half a dozen to use as our indoor dining chairs, but decided against it as the S chair has become too ubiquitous. From various drinking establishments around London to the Mode offices on Ugly Betty, the S chair is everywhere... so instead

• Cabinet sadness

  kaybar007

  6 Oct 2009 | 2:41 pm

  I don't know why I actually thought that this would happen any time soon. I guess it's denial. It seemed like we'd been really careful about the cost of most things and even recovering from massive cost over runs - paying for such exciting unforeseen necessities such as extra support beams and what not - the funds are drying up. Heck, I thought by not doing an entire floor we would've recovered

• The snagging bit

  kaybar007

  30 Sep 2009 | 3:55 pm

  There's been a bunch of small but irritating fixes around the house that have been ignored for many months. The to-do list probably added up to three days of solid work, but trying to get a builder back for three consecutive days when they aren't getting paid extra was always going to be a mission.I'm pleased to say that Teia did manage to come back twice in the last couple of weeks and sort a

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  DesignM.ag

• Freebie: Tea-Stained Paper Texture Set

  Callum Chapman

  5 Nov 2009 | 3:59 pm

  Today we’re releasing a set of 14 tea-stained paper textures. The textures can be used for personal or commercial projects. You can download the entire set in a zip file or you can get them individually from the Flickr set. Five of the images are shown below, and you can view the others on Flickr. Download the entire set (12.6 MB zip file) About the Author: Callum Chapman is a freelance graphic designer & illustrator based in Cambridge (UK) trading under the name Circlebox Creative. He also runs a design blog offering articles, tutorials and high-res textures at Circlebox Blog.

• Showcase of Big, Bold Typography

  Steven Snell

  4 Nov 2009 | 2:35 pm

  Big, bold typography can be very powerful for conveying a message or just for achieving a desired look. In this post we’ll showcase more than 25 items that feature big, bold typography. To see more work from a particular artist/designer, click on the images and they will lead to portfolios on Behance, deviantART and similar sites. For more on typography see: Typography Inspiration Showcase Top 30 Sources of Typography Inspiration Typography Toolbox 50+ Fonts for Big, Bold Headlines Looking to Hire a Designer or Developer? Post a free job listing to the DesignM.ag job board for…

• 50 Clever, Creative Logos

  Steven Snell

  3 Nov 2009 | 5:37 pm

  If you’ve browsed through any logo design galleries, you’ve probably noticed some that take a very creative approach. In this post we’ll feature 50 clever logos for your design inspiration. Uptown Cowbra Typeface Shy Child Mary and Andy Push the Bottle Cafe Click Iron Duck Threesome Pain White Crimson Sushi Wine Kingdom Strategical Office Solutions Natuur 2000 Shocked Broken Goggles Steers Restaurant American Culinary Foundation Egg Eco-Cities Families Fenz-it Plated Rentzilla Miskeeto Doghouse Brewing Company Exitive Forkwire Mind Over Math Catalyst Construction Umbrellar…

• Design an Online Template Shop Layout Using Photoshop

  Steven Snell

  2 Nov 2009 | 1:55 pm

  Today we will be designing a homepage layout for a premium template or theme seller. The design uses a dark color scheme and some texture. Here is a preview of the final result (click the image to see it in full size). At the end of the tutorial you will be able to download the original PSD file used to create the tutorial if you would like it for your own purposes. Setting Up the File: Create a new file in Photoshop that is 1600 pixels wide and 950 pixels high. Step 1: The Background: Set the foreground color to #545454 and use the paint bucket tool to fill the background layer with this…

• Blogging Icon Set from IconShock

  Steven Snell

  29 Oct 2009 | 4:06 pm

  IconShock has designed another set of high-quality icons specifically for DesignM.ag readers. This set includes 5 icons that may be useful for your next blog theme design. They can be used for personal or commercial projects, no attribution is necessary. The set includes two sizes of PNG files (512px and 256px) as well as the source files (Illustrator). Download the icons (1.3 MB zip file) Also, please see the e-commerce icon set that IconShock did for us last month. Looking to Hire a Designer or Developer? Post a free job listing to the DesignM.ag job board for freelance, part-time or…

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  The Best Part

• Olsson & Barbieri

  5 Nov 2009 | 5:05 pm

  Check out these incredible handmade bags by Italian craftsmen Olsson & Barbieri. Each bag is produced in no more than 50 numbered pieces a year, with minor revisions in between, making each product individually unique.

• Poster of the Day

  5 Nov 2009 | 5:04 pm

• Megarealms

  5 Nov 2009 | 4:41 pm

  Megarealms, an exhibition by San Francisco-based artist and illustrator Maxwell Loren Holyoke-Hirsch is opening tonight at Fecal Face Dot Gallery.

• Gabriel Usadel

  4 Nov 2009 | 5:12 pm

  Chi-town artist Gabriel Usadel is a busy man with an incredible portfolio to show for it.

• Jordan Jelev

  4 Nov 2009 | 5:07 pm

  Calligraphy is making a comeback lately, especially in the work of Bulgarian artist Jordan Jelev.

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  ValleyZen.com

• How to Get a Lucky Domain: ZEN, Numerology and IDN

  Bill Fenwick & Drue Kataoka

  14 Oct 2009 | 3:14 am

  As a child, I was enthralled with the works of James Burke. Like the enso, the tales he told had no beginning or end. His work simply explored the “connectedness” of things, both past and present. I was reminded of James Burke while attending the recent ICANN gTLD & IDN Outreach event in Hong Kong (videos of all of the sessions and materials are available here online). What reminded me of James Burke while attending the event was the combination of ICANN’s new gTLD initiative with the IDN initiative. One of the few restrictions on new gTLDs is that the gTLD cannot consist solely of…

• Fashion Week: Catherine Malandrino, Mary J Blige, Tyson Beckford, Kim Kardashian

  Bill Fenwick & Drue Kataoka

  19 Sep 2009 | 1:46 pm

  Catherine Malandrino and Bernard Aidan invited us to Catherine Malandrino’s Spring/Summer 2010 Collection at Mercedes Benz Fashion Week in NYC. Staged at the Chelsea Art Museum on the West Side of Manhattan, Malandrino placed her models on pedestals instead of walking them down a runway. We arrived early to slip backstage and capture the pre-show mayhem and excitement. Recording star and hip hop diva Mary J Blige, Grammy Award-winning British R&B singer Estelle, Ralph Lauren supermodel and Host of Bravo’s “Make Me a Supermodel” Tyson Beckford, E! Star Kim…

• Chris Anderson, Wired Editor-in-Chief leads “FREE” Panel

  Bill Fenwick & Drue Kataoka

  4 Aug 2009 | 1:40 pm

  Drue and Bill were invited to attend the Churchill Club’s July 23, 2009 program, held at Microsoft’s campus in Mountain View, CA, “The Free Economy: How Companies Make Money From Giving Things Away.” Chris Anderson, whose latest book FREE: The Future of a Radical Price (released days before the program) was the moderator of an outstanding panel including five founders and/or CEOs of companies that produce products made of bits. The event started with a short context-setting statement by Chris. He explained how the “zero”-cost of bit product reproduction makes it possible for…

• Martin Perl, Nobel Laureate in Physics VIDEO EXCLUSIVE

  Bill Fenwick & Drue Kataoka

  5 Jul 2009 | 1:59 am

  Watch our exclusive interview with Prof. Perl who won the 1995 Nobel Prize in Physics for his discovery of the tau lepton, one of the elementary particles forming our world. In this lively video, experience his incredible energy, intellectual curiosity and excitement. How Prof. Perl missed “The Call” from the Nobel Committee How Nobel Laureates are treated in Sweden Dining with the King and Queen of Sweden (hint: can’t go to the bathroom, no matter what!) Why Physics is the simplest of the sciences Why complexity is easier than simplicity See the setup of Prof. Perl’s…

• The Zen Art of Sitting

  Bill Fenwick & Drue Kataoka

  9 Jun 2009 | 10:58 am

  Guest Post by Esther Gokhale Author, 8 Steps to a Pain-Free Back Whether in Zazen or Valley Zen, sitting is very much a part of our lives. In Zen sitting, each muscle, bone and ligament has a natural place. The design of the skeleton, the end product of millennia of collaboration between gravity and structure, has a natural balance and harmony. When we restore that balance, the result is stillness and flow. No part of the body is pinched or pulled, no part signals the brain that it needs to shift, toss, turn, tighten or be protected. Structure informs function. Blood, lymph, cerebrospinal…

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  Arkitip Intel

• Hennessey + Ingalls

  Scott A. Sant' Angelo

  6 Nov 2009 | 2:00 pm

  One of if not the best design, architecture, art bookstores is having a sale. 20% off EVERYTHING. 7 – 14 November 2009 Santa Monica Store 214 Wilshire Blvd. Santa Monica, CA 90401 Hollywood Store 1520 N. Cahuenga Blvd., Suite 8 Los Angeles, CA 90028

• Nike Tiempo CTRS x Yorgo – Pt.2

  Yorgo Tloupas

  6 Nov 2009 | 6:26 am

  A while back I showed here the early prototype of my custom colorway for the Nike Tiempo CTRS shoe. This is part of a project with the Lance Armstrong LIVESTRONG Foundation, where 8 riders – including Lance himself – from 8 cities choose a special colorway for the same model of shoe. Finally the shoes have arrived, and are going to be on sale from this weekend at Colette in Paris, and DQM in New York. The idea is an all-black shoe, with some of the black fabric actually made of reflective 3M material, so that car headlights (for the riders) or camera flashes (for the poseurs) make…

• LA x MICHAEL x ME x GEOFF

  Kevin Lyons

  6 Nov 2009 | 6:14 am

  That’s right kids, the band is back together in one tiny little space in Los Angeles for ONE NIGHT ONLY. COME ON OUT and GET YOURS!

• Curated by Arkitip, André

  Arkitip Studio

  6 Nov 2009 | 4:45 am

  Our fifth product offering from the Curated by Arkitip catagory with Incase is with famed Paris graffiti artist André. Celebrating the city that elevated the artist’s graffiti to cult status in the creative world, the signature Incase 15 In. Sleeve and Slider Case feature André’s distinctive “Mr. A” stick figure character once seen everywhere from city walls to high fashion magazines and collaborations. The Paris-themed André products for Curated by Arkitip are timed to release in parallel with the opening of the first Apple® retail location in France and will be available on…

• Play Dirty…..

  Undefeated World of Sport

  5 Nov 2009 | 10:22 pm

  These players were voted dirtiest players in the NFL by their peers….. Shawn Merriman/Line Backer…..San Diego Chargers….. Troy Polamalu/Strong Safety…..Pittsburgh Steelers….. Ray Lewis/Line Backer…..Baltimore Ravens….. FYI…..prolly best defensive player ever ….. Cortland Finnegan/Strong Safety…..Tenessee Titans….. And the winner is Hines Ward/Wide Reciver…..Pittsburg Steelers….. Sportsmanship is Bullshit…..Play Dirty…..

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  KN | Kitsune Noir

• Kitsune Noir Mixcast / No.013

  Bobby

  6 Nov 2009 | 9:29 pm

  Kitsune Noir Mixcast / No.013 Click here to download Oh man, oh man. This week’s Mixcast is really late but here it is and it’s a gem. There wasn’t a theme again this week, just some good ol’ tunes that I’ve been enjoying and I think you should hear. The first half is pretty dance-y, I think it’s at least 20 minutes of solid music, so those of you who like dancing should really enjoy the first part. The second half is a bit more straight forward rock but there’s some good songs on there as well. I hope you enjoy this week’s Mixcast and I think…

• André for Arkitip/Incase

  Bobby

  6 Nov 2009 | 12:46 pm

  When I popped into the Arkitip shop a few weeks ago I mentioned that they had been working on some exciting things but I couldn’t discuss any of those things… This is one of them. For the opening of the Apple store at the Louvre, Arkitip and Incase have teamed up with André to create a rather handsome laptop case to celebrate the event. The colors chosen make it look like an old attache case and the oxford lining makes it a truly classy affair. Wonderful work from all parties involved, as usual. There’s also an iPhone case as well, if that’s your thing. Bobby

• The Studio of Bark Design Architects

  Bobby

  6 Nov 2009 | 9:35 am

  I’m a big believer in the fact that a good workspace can make all the difference in your attitude and productivity. So taking a peak at the studio fo Australian firm Bark Design Architects I’d wager that they get a shitload of amazing work done. The building is made up of steel, glass and plywood and sits elevated upon a hill which has coastal views. The workspace also doubles as a place to stay as well, with areas for eating, sleeping and bathing. I can only imagine working in a space like this, I’m honestly not sure if I could think of a better place to work in. I love all…

• Selector Magazine

  Bobby

  6 Nov 2009 | 8:43 am

  I was changing up my bedroom and workspace a couple nights ago when I came across this great magazine I had picked up called Selector. It’s a large format magazine similar in scale to ANP Quarterly and features a bunch of great artists and designers like Mario Hugo, Jason Nocito, No age, Handsome Furs, Taro Hirano and a bunch more. It’s a really nice publication and the big, colorful photo by Taro Hirano definitely grabbed my attention. They only have the one issue out so far but it looks like you can pick up a copy in just about every major metropolitan area. Bobby

• How To Blow Yourself Up: New Works by WK Interact

  Bobby

  6 Nov 2009 | 8:33 am

  Turns out there’s another great show this Saturday in addition to the Michael, Kevin & Geoff show at HVW8. World class graffiti artist WK Interact is going to have a new exhibit at Submliminal Projects called How To Blow Yourself Up. In How to Blow Yourself Up, WK Interact twists and inverts the fatalism of end-of-the-world prophecies, turning destruction into a matter of free will. “If you believe the world will end in 2012 and you can’t do anything about it, maybe it’s better to blow yourself up when you feel like it,” says WK. To that end, he has turned objects of…

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  Core77

• 2 Pieces of Awesomeness for a Friday

  6 Nov 2009 | 9:04 am

  Best comment this week: "We've given a bird a piece of bread designed to drop at the exact spot where over heating for the particle acceleratot. [sic] Lets see if the scientist notice." From This PopSci story (thanks Eric!) Best tweet EVER: "Twitter is like daytime TV for working people." From @nikroope(more...)

• 26 Performances at Post Typography's Book Release Party

  6 Nov 2009 | 8:56 am

  The hunt for typography's biggest fan just ended at the door of Post Typography. Aside from running a successful design studio in Baltimore, teaching a class on experimental typography and naming their punk band after a typographic glyph (Double Dagger), Bruce Willen and Nolen Strals just published their first book, Lettering and Type. The book release party, "Fan Letter," took place at MICA and another will happen at The Cooper Union in New York on November 17. The kickoff featured 26 presentations by artists and designers who waxed on about their favorite letter or typographic symbol. The…

• Going Wild With Wild Things: An Interview with Dave Eggers

  6 Nov 2009 | 8:33 am

  Most everyone I know was looking forward to The Where the Wild Things Are movie with great anticipation. It had taken so long to bring to the screen and when it was announced that Spike Jonze and Dave Eggers were collaborating on the film there was an audible buzz about things like integrity and fidelity. As it turned out, the film was not the expected result. It was not a Pixar or Disney animation, but rather a live action production that was spare and expressionistic. It wasn’t catering to children (but in a way, neither was the book). Dave Eggers also surprised many in his full blown…

• SEMA (auto-modder's paradise) show photos

  6 Nov 2009 | 7:26 am

  The SEMA show, an annually-held automotive specialty products trade exhibition, closes in Las Vegas today. The industry-only event doesn't allow members of the general public to enter, but Car & Driver's got loads of photo galleries depicting what went on, like the tricked-out Scions seen above. Hot-rod heads can click here for more.(more...)

• Daily Design Snacks

  6 Nov 2009 | 7:25 am

  A bite-sized list of what's happenin' now: helsinki times "Snowball," upcoming Finnish-Chinese design industry event dexigner Milan Polytechnic starting Masters in ID for Architecture program, in English cnet Does cell phone design still matter? gerson lehrman group Nokia, Apple and Google - Driving the Mobile Revolution reuters Technology doesn't isolate people: U.S. study nyt art & design Finding a Bit of Animal House in the Bauhaus (more...)

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  Presentation Zen

• Using Kuler to create color themes

  Garr

  1 Nov 2009 | 5:21 am

  Although scores of good books on color theory have been written — many even for non-designers — most working professionals just do not have the time to delve deeply into a study of the complexities of using color. The good news is that there are online resources that can help you create harmonious color themes without requiring advance knowledge in color theory. There are a few really good online resources such as ColorSchemer and Colourlovers, but my personal favorite is Kuler. Kuler is a web-based color tool from Adobe that has thousands of community-generated color themes from which…

• Presentación Zen: Por fin! La versión en español ya está disponible

  Garr

  28 Oct 2009 | 10:04 pm

  I'm happy to announce that the Presentation Zen book is finally available in Spanish. The book follows the same design and layout as the original English version. Spanish was the most requested translation so we're delighted that it is finally on sale. I'm not sure exactly where you can get the book in your area, but here is info on the Pearson Educación website. Above: A photo of the front and back covers.The Presentation Zen DVD on Amazon and elsewhere also includes Spanish (and Japanese and English) subtitles. Thanks to everyone at Pearson for their hard work and to everyone across the…

• The art of control without controlling, doing without doing

  Garr

  26 Oct 2009 | 3:01 am

  As a leader — in business, education, or design — how much control do you need? How much can you give up? Is control even the right word? Is it possible to lead without leading? Here is a great TED talk that will get you thinking that has applications for leaders of all types. Former conductor Itay Talgam today runs workshops to help people develop a musician's sense of collaboration, and a conductor's sense of leadership. In this excellent talk at TED Oxford, Itay touches on the art of creating perfect harmony without saying a word by showing the unique styles of six great 20th-century…

• Tokonoma and the art of the focal point

  Garr

  20 Oct 2009 | 7:14 am

  Every good design needs a focal point. This goes for the design of interior living spaces as well. In many Western homes, the mantel place in the living room is often a focal point from which other interior design elements are added in a more or less symmetrical fashion. In traditional Japanese homes or modern homes containing a washitsu (Japanese-style room) it is the Tokonoma (床の間) that serves as the subtle focal point for the interior. The tokonoma (lit: floor/bed + space) is a raised alcove in which Japanese art such as a hanging scroll (Kakemono) or a flower arrangement is…

• Sumi-e, color, and the art of less

  Garr

  5 Oct 2009 | 11:00 pm

  A fundamental design and life lesson from the Zen arts is to never use more when less will do. This goes for the use of color as well. The problem with most slide presentations is not that visuals contain too few colors, it's that they contain too many. A common practice is to use several different vivid hues (colors) in presentation slides when even a single hue in various shades or tints would have been more effective. The ancient art of Japanese brush painting called Sumi-e (墨絵) provides a powerful lesson concerning the use of color, communication, and restraints. Sumi-e was brought to…

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  Decor8 Daily Updates

• Happy Weekend!

  decor8

  6 Nov 2009 | 6:19 am

  I’m signing off for the weekend as it’s 3pm here and I’m eager to get moving on my weekend plans! I hope that you have fun reading the articles that I’ve posted for your enjoyment and inspiration today. Please have a happy weekend and enjoy – there is no sense in having time off unless you do a few good things for yourself. Take a bath, spritz on some perfume and slide on those heels and go for cocktails with your friends, draw something that you’ve been visualizing in your mind all week, collect leaves and other treasures left behind by nature, play with…

• Store Tour: Black & Spiro

  decor8

  6 Nov 2009 | 5:36 am

  Ready to travel with me again today back down to Australia, only this time to view another store that focuses less on the little ones and more on sophisticated, elegant design for those who only desire the best… Oh yes, we shall visit the store of blogger and interior designer Anna Spiro photographed by Jillian Leiboff. Anna shared her home on decor8 not that long ago, do you recall? If not, click this link and brace yourself. It’s that good. It doesn’t seem fair that Anna can have such a gorgeous home and shop now does it? :) Some people are living the good life and this is…

• Pepper Design Blog

  decor8

  6 Nov 2009 | 5:08 am

  I want to pop in and quickly thank Morgan from Pepper Design Blog for asking me for an interview that just went live here on her blog. In the interview I gave some decorating tips that I hope you find helpful… Thank you Morgan for having me today! :) (images: holly becker) © Decor8. For personal, non-commercial use only. Feed ID: cdaa5590db8fca9e92d06113ccfa4e5e

• Artist Margaret Meyer

  decor8

  6 Nov 2009 | 4:47 am

  Erin was nice enough to send the talented Margaret Meyer from Portland, Oregon my way this week — she thought I’d be keen on her artwork and oh my — was she right. These are magical. Want to see? And make sure you read a bit of her background that I’ve shared below. It’s not everyday you run into those involved in the film industry, especially in the creation of films you’re a fan of! Margaret is an illustrator and artist and told me that she has spent the last few years working in stop-motion animation on various TV shows and film like Coraline, Robot…

• Inspired by BoligLiv {again}

  decor8

  6 Nov 2009 | 4:08 am

  I just received an email update from BoligLiv magazine in Denmark and was reminded to pop over and check out their current issue. I nearly died when I came across the home of Danish designer Sonja Wolffbrandt Christensen featured in their current issue. There is nothing about it that I do not find lovely and charming. It’s just alllll good. After some research, I learned that Sonja either was or still is in business with Dianna Wittig, also a designer, and together they create pretty girly things for their lingerie brand, Viola Sky in Copenhagen. I tried to find a website for Viola Sky…

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  TheDieline.com: Package Design

• The Dieline Awards: Worldwide Package Design Competition

  Andrew Gibbs

  30 Nov 2009 | 8:15 pm

• Burgopak

  Andrew Gibbs

  5 Nov 2009 | 8:01 pm

  Burgopak has been awarded Design Company of the Year at the prestigious 2009 UK Packaging Awards. Competing against leading companies in the packaging and design sector, the prize was awarded by a panel of top independent judges.  Burgopak has been expanding and developing their design services, working with a variety of leading brands to present and differentiate their products in ways that are efficient, cost-effective and, above all, creative. Burgopak’s innovative packaging solutions utilise a wide range of patented sliding mechanisms and bespoke structural designs.  Design &…

• Veev

  Andrew Gibbs

  5 Nov 2009 | 7:56 pm

  "VeeV is the World’s First Acai Spirit. Its goal is to change the way consumers think about cocktails and in the end, the way cocktails are ultimately consumed. Acai, the exotic Brazilian berry taking the world by storm, is said to be one of the healthiest fruits on the planet. VeeV is a wheat based spirit infused with Acai that includes the flavors of prickly pear and acerola cherry."

• Ecolean Packaging

  Andrew Gibbs

  5 Nov 2009 | 9:00 am

  Ecolean is a new packaging alternative dubbed as "A Lighter Approach to Packaging". "Lightweight packaging is our answer to the demands of the liquid food industry and consumers asking for modern and clever packages. By using a minimal amount of raw material we create a lightweight package which combines low environmental impact with consumer convenience. Saving resources is saving the environment. That is why lightweight packaging has become a heavyweight argument.The unique, pitcher-looking design has a generous face for consumer communication. It has a perfect surface for really…

• Packaging For Snails, Made From Snail Poop.

  Andrew Gibbs

  5 Nov 2009 | 8:00 am

    Yes, you read that right. This packaging was made out of dyed snail excrements, and it is designed to hold cooked snails. Thats a little strange right? Here is what product designer Manuel Jouvin has to say about it:"During my researches, I pointed out that colored paper has an influence on color snail excrements. In partnership with Sylvie Pierru, a snailfarmer in Picardie (France), we created packagings made of snail excrements and destinated to cooked snails. They are envisaged in the molding cellulose process by replacing recyclable paper by snail dejections."More images of this, um,…

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  information aesthetics

• Hand-Cut Street Maps of World Cities

  5 Nov 2009 | 1:21 am

  We had maps in many forms and tastes: San Francisco in jell-o or New York in Lego or a Subway Map as Bathroom Tiling. Karen O'Leary has another take: cutting out streets out of large blank sheets of paper, or cutting out the streets from real street maps, all by hand. Maps already sold include Paris, London and New York. Conceptually, the unique maps remove the unnecessary, leaving valuable information to navigate the main defining paths of the city. All city blocks are cut by hand to reveal the paths, nodes, circles, boulevards, parks and streets of each of the cities. Via Paper Taste Buds.

• Nebul.us: Visualizing (and Sharing) your Online Activity

  4 Nov 2009 | 9:47 pm

  Nebul.us is a new startup focusing on revealing the online activities of users through the interactive visualization of Internet usage patterns in real-time. It aims to become a social site for sharing content with friends (or to the public at large), or a productivity enhancing site for figuring out how one is spending time online. After installing a browser plugin, the service will start monitoring the browsing history. Typical Web2.0 profiles like Facebook, Twitter, last.fm or YouTube can be added as well to complete the view of online activities (note that the initial setting is set to…

• Sound Sculptures: Rendering Sounds in Tangible Forms

  4 Nov 2009 | 2:31 am

  Cylinder [extraversion.co.uk] is a small collection of physical data sculptures based on STL file data captured by the analysis of sound samples from spaces, creating site specific sculptures reflecting the acoustic of an environment. A mapping of the frequency and time domains produced cylindrical forms that represent the specific spatial characteristics of the sound input. Physical versions of the digital 3D models were then "printed" in 3D using stereolithography. See also Sound Chair, Laser-Cut Sound Sculpture and Sound of Light Sculpture. Via Generator.x.

• Lying through Visualization: AT&T Sues Verizon over Coverage Maps

  3 Nov 2009 | 5:43 pm

  The popular electronic gadget blog Engadget reports that AT&T has sued Verizon over its "There's a Map for That" ads. The print and television commercial, which you watch here, centers around revealing how much more 3G coverage Verizon has, here through some hovering red versus blue colored maps of the US (which in effect look somehow similar to the colors used to distinguish Democratic and Republican states, but I guess that was not really intended) . The complaint seems to focus about the choice of the white or blank background in the two different 3G coverage maps, which should to be…

• New York City Subway Dynamic LED Signage

  2 Nov 2009 | 6:53 pm

  The New York City Subway seems to use a new LED signage system, according to this video page at Vimeo. Since I observed the first rows of huge, HD-resolution LCD screens showing the actual airline departure and arrival information at Chicago Airport, I started wondering how public signage will exploit upcoming display technologies like LED, LCD and OLED, and the high-resolution, full-color, fast-dynamic, high-contrast imagery they afford. So, is this the best way to show actual location-based subway information? The New York Subway signage is split into two halves: the left side of the panel…

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  Chris Wallace // Designer&Developer

• This One’s for Dad

  Chris

  3 Nov 2009 | 8:16 am

  With the launch of my latest theme, Aperturious, I knew this one was going to be difficult. This is the first theme I’ve released since my dad passed away suddenly one week ago today. When he died, I quickly began to realize dealing with it involves a lot of difficult firsts. First time going to church without him there. First time having Christmas without him. First time for everything. For my first theme released without him, I am dedicating it to my dad. He was a great man. I know he’s being taken care of where he went and I can’t wait to meet him there. I love…

• Aperturious

  Chris

  3 Nov 2009 | 7:22 am

  Aperturious is a flexible, highly-configurable, gorgeous WordPress theme with the ability to choose between 3 unique designs and 3 different layouts! Learn More and Purchase Buy theme at ThemeForest ($25) View Demo View Screenshots Three Awesomely Designed Color Schemes It may be tough to choose, but this theme comes with three color schemes to choose from, two light and one dark themes. Three Layout Options Choose between a left sidebar, right sidebar or no sidebar for a Tumblr-style blog. Video-Ready with Simple Video Embedder Simply install the amazing Simple Video Embedder…

• Tuesday Freebie: Aperture Desktop Wallpaper

  Chris

  19 Oct 2009 | 8:54 pm

  To promote the release of the highly-anticipated Aperture WordPress theme, one of the most flexible and beautiful themes in the known world,  I went ahead and put together a desktop background for your downloading pleasure. Go ahead, tell your friends. Download Pick your resolution and enjoy. Make sure to right-click and save as… otherwise it will open up in a nice lightbox window. 2560×1600 2048×1152 1920×1200 1650×1050 1600×1200 1440×900 1400×1050 1280×960 1280×800 1024×768

• Monday Freebie: Vector Scale Icon

  Chris

  18 Oct 2009 | 6:28 pm

  Because it’s Monday and because I like you, I am releasing a vector scale icon that comes with 4 PNG icons in 512×512, 256×256, 128×128, and 64×64 and a PSD that has a smart object Illustrator file that can be edited for your needs (CS4 compatible). Click on the image above to see the sizes of the PNG versions. If you do happen to use the icon for anything, please do let me know, I’d love to see where you use it. Download the Scale Icon (.zip) Scale Icon by Chris Wallace is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 United States License. Based…

• Dealing with a Design Ripoff: 5 Simple Steps

  Chris

  14 Oct 2009 | 8:53 pm

  One of the cardinal sins in the design community is stealing someone’s work and calling it your own. About a month ago, a good friend notified me that his site and portfolio were completely ripped off by a guy he found on ThemeForest. The guy basically took his entire portfolio, slapped a new logo on it, and uploaded it to his domain. My friend was distraught about the whole situation and had no idea what to do. As a Christian, he wanted to help the person, and wasn’t sure what the best approach would be. Obviously, he wanted to get the stolen portfolio taken down. At the same…

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  The Groundswell Blog

• Opposable Thumb @ Sea Change Gallery

  Chris Kennedy

  3 Nov 2009 | 6:00 pm

  Justseeds comes to Portland for a show called Opposable Thumb at SEA Change Gallery. Justseeds is an artists’ collective that runs a webstore, a blog, and produces individual and collective work about political issues and for social movements. Two Justseeds shows open on Nov 5th! Come to SEA Change to see the show “Opposable Thumb” a [...] Related posts:Type For ChangeIconography of Climate Change with Platform2 & Robert DaViesEverything You Want, Right Now!, Steve Lambert’s Solo Show at Charlie James Gallery

• Art Work: A National Conversation About Art, Labor, and Economics

  Chris Kennedy

  28 Oct 2009 | 8:13 am

  (Artist and Groundswell guest blogger Chris Kennedy makes projects for the land and for situated communities. His ongoing projects include Artiscycle, Groups and Spaces, and the Institute for Applied Aesthetics.) SPACES hosts Art Work: A National Conversation About Art, Labor, and Politics, produced by Temporary Services, an independent, Chicago-based collective comprised of Brett Bloom, Salem [...] Related posts:Dyke Action Machine! puts Lesbianism to Work with DAM Inc.We Want Political Posters That Work!: A Call to Open Critique of the TAMMS Year Ten/Justseeds ExhibitionNew Work from Dan…

• Ten Days for Oppositional Architecture

  James David

  26 Oct 2009 | 8:48 am

  The creators of the bi-annual journal An Architektur have convened a gathering in New York City in mid-November to explore post-capitalist space. In the midst of another economic crisis, the organizers suggest shifting the boundaries of architectural practice so as to incorporate resistant strategies and build political momentum toward bridging the capitalist mode of spatial [...] Related posts:SCAPEGOAT architecture/landscape/political economyRadical Nature: Art and Architecture for a Changing PlanetArt Work: A National Conversation About Art, Labor, and Economics

• Signs of Revolt – Creative Resistance and Social Movements since Seattle

  James David

  21 Oct 2009 | 8:18 am

  Wondering how to mark a decade’s passing since the Battle of Seattle? Some Londoners have a suggestion. It’s easy to consider this a time for common reflection, since the event came to both represent and catalyze thinking around the movement of movements. Still oft-heard phrases like “another world is possible” owe their roots to the protest, [...] Related posts:EveryBody!: Visual Resistance in Feminist Health Movements, 1969-2009City from Below: Resisting Gentrification in the Creative CityGestures of Resistance

• Institute for Aesthetic Research

  Chris Kennedy

  20 Oct 2009 | 10:50 am

  (Artist and Groundswell guest blogger Chris Kennedy makes projects for the land and for situated communities. His ongoing projects include Artiscycle, Groups and Spaces, and the Institute for Applied Aesthetics.) Hmm…so many institutes, schools and research-based projects as of late! A recent project called the Institute for Aesthetic Research by Daniel Lichtman and David Baumflek [...] Related posts:Artiscycle, by the Institute for Applied AestheticsYael Bartana’s “Wild Seeds” at Boston’s Institute of Contemporary ArtPLAN B

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  PagePlane.com

• Defining words with pictures

  chuck

  6 Nov 2009 | 2:26 pm

  I recently mentioned Pictorial Webster's: A Visual Dictionary of Curiosities and received a heads-up about another great resource from Caroline Fortin, Publisher of QA International. She referred us to The Visual Dictionary Online--an interactive dictionary with a long history and a futuristic approach. "From the image to the word and its definition, the Visual Dictionary Online is an all-in-one reference. Search the themes to quickly locate words, or find the meaning of a word by viewing the image it represents." Very cool. Example 1... Example 2... Try it out. Choose a theme and drill down…

• If you're interested in learning how to create and market comics

  chuck

  4 Nov 2009 | 7:10 pm

  The Center for Cartoon Studies (CCS) offers a two-year course of study that centers on the creation and dissemination of comics, graphic novels and other manifestations of the visual narrative. It's curriculum of art, graphic design, and literature reflect the wide array of skills needed to create comics and graphic novels. CCS emphasizes self-publishing and prepares its students to publish, market, and disseminate their work. The Center for Cartoon Studies (CCS)... Download a free copy of CCS's How To Brochure (3.63MB PDF)... Visit the Ideabook.com Store  |  Subscribe to…

• Design a campaign around a visual illusion

  chuck

  2 Nov 2009 | 6:59 am

  Next time you are brainstorming an advertising or marketing piece, consider the idea of using an illusion to illustrate your point. I'm thinking, if you find just the right illusion (something somehow related to your topic) and write a thoughtful tie-in for it, you'd have a built-in reason for people to stop, look, and get interested. Thanks to my brother Jim Green for sending me this link to the 2009 Finalists of the Best Visual Illusion of the Year Contest. The 2009 finalists... Visit the Ideabook.com Store  |  Subscribe to the newsletter

• Meet illustrator Yuko Shimizu

  chuck

  30 Oct 2009 | 7:57 pm

  In the last five years Yuko Shimizu and her work has been written about in all the major design and illustration publications. If you are unfamiliar with her illustrations, you'll soon see what all the fuss is about. She has a distinct style and a real talent for dream-like storytelling. Example 1... Example 2... Example 3... This is Shimizu's site (includes R-rated material)... Visit the Ideabook.com Store  |  Subscribe to the newsletter

• Sometimes design is more about what you DON'T do

  chuck

  28 Oct 2009 | 5:43 pm

  I wish more of my work reflected the confidence and restraint this design does. So nice. 24hourplays.com... Visit the Ideabook.com Store  |  Subscribe to the newsletter

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  DesignBoston

• .pinkcommaWelcomes Hometta*

  Gradon

  20 Oct 2009 | 8:36 am

  Houston, TX-based modern home plan company Hometta is on tour, and they’ve just hit Boston. Currently showing at the Pickcomma Gallery, “Welcome Hometta” showcases the young company’s innovative approach to design delivery: Hometta is a web-based modern home plan company offering small, sustainable home designs from internationally recognized architecture and design studios. The company is committed to making design accessible and affordable to a large cross-section of prospective homeowners. Unlike traditional stock plan companies, Hometta partners with progressive…

• .squatSale at Vessel*

  Christopher

  7 Oct 2009 | 7:58 pm

• .everyoneloves a party-BoConcept*

  Christopher

  7 Oct 2009 | 7:55 pm

  This year, BoConcept is hosting a world-wide release party for their 2010 collection.  The celebration began in mid-August across the pond and will be celebrated right in our own backyard at the Cambridge location on the 22nd. I have to say that the 2010 collection has a different flavor than previous collections.  Clearly the company is drawing upon its Danish roots.  The 2010 collection has pieces in it  that are a bit whimsical, less serious, and bright in color. The Designboston crew will be there to kick the tires on these new pieces and find out firsthand if the fine folks at Bo…

• .damianOrtega at the ICA*

  Christopher

  18 Sep 2009 | 9:02 am

  Cosmic Thing 2002 Earlier this week, I was priveledged to attend a preview of the lastest exhibit ‘Damian Ortega:  Do It Yourself ‘ at the Insitute of Contemporary Art. I have to say that there is something utterly fascinating about seeing a Volkswagon Beetle exploded in an all white space.  It feels like something out of the Matrix.  Ortega has a way of pulling apart everyday objects and putting them back together in an uncommon way that’s refreshing and bold. Skin His work is thought provoking and fun.  An installation that I particularly enjoyed was Skin.  With Skin,…

• .southEnd Open Studios This Weekend*

  Christopher

  18 Sep 2009 | 8:10 am

  Red Line (Close Up 1) by Ben Willis South End Open Studios is this weekend.  For all who are unfamiliar with Open Studios, it is an annual event that allows the public the opportunity to visit with South End artists in their workspaces and view/purchase their work.  Over 250 artists are featured in this event. Parallel Universe by Ben Willis This is a great opportunity to purchase art outside of a gallery environment.  This makes the art purchase all the more personal and meaningful because you’ll have the opportunity to meet the artist and discuss their inspiration for the pieces at…

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  Ponoko - Blog

• Extra Normal Wall Clock

  Duann

  5 Nov 2009 | 2:18 pm

  Simple Tweak on Time At first glance, an elegant, minimal wall clock. But things are not so simple. A subtle effect is taking place, the Extra Normal Wall Clock features a die-cut opening that revolves around the center, revealing numbers that signify the hours. As it turns, the “hand” reveals a portion of the number marking each hour. Design by Ross McBride AKA Normal. Ross McBride was born in the Northeastern United States in 1962. He earned his bachelor’s degree in graphic design from the California Institute of the Arts, and upon graduation in 1985, promptly moved to…

• Design Droplets Results of $1000+ Prize Giveaway

  Duann

  5 Nov 2009 | 4:21 am

  Congratulations Martin Gibson who won a 12 Month Prime subscription from Ponoko Design Droplets is an online Industrial Design Magazine that is focused on the Australasian Design community. Their aim is to publish articles that are informative, take a critical look at design and help you grow as a designer. Through a range of content including reviews, interviews, critical writing and industry news we peel back the layers of fluff that surround design. Whether you are a student, a professional or just a design enthusiast, we hope you find Design Droplets a great read to get some tips from…

• Ponoko as Poetic Muse

  Kristen Turner

  4 Nov 2009 | 8:57 pm

  in rhyme and riddle—our latest user story Ponoko is honored to be the subject of a recent piece by bard of the internet, the Web Laureate. Visit web-poet.com for more poetic compositions on life with cyberspace. [ Ponoko ] interlock the entire network of joints, stretched and strained and withstood being terribly jolted. constructed of felt and bamboo, disappoints, it so does not – — int’net composed, in manner of web digital || // making made many || more mirthful // with pieces online in design interlocking real – virtual

• MODULARI Screens by RAZORTOOTHDESIGN

  Duann

  4 Nov 2009 | 7:02 pm

  Modular and Expandable Screen System MODULARI is a wide array of lacy cascading panels that can be used as room dividers, curtains, or anywhere you need a bit of a screen. Kiril Kirov of RazortoothDesign created a system of interlocking tiles that form expandable screens. A box of 18 Modulari Architect tiles makes a 31-by-62-inch partition that can be hung from the wall or the ceiling. The swirl, leaf and drop motifs are available in white, peach, avocado and black. MODULARI screens are made from EVA; Ethyl Vinyl Acetate mixed with a Calcium Carbonate filler. This material is widely used in…

• Blogger At Large: Crashing with Strangers

  Kristen Turner

  4 Nov 2009 | 3:11 pm

  two internet communities that are democratizing the travel industry Maker fairs, design conferences, trade shows… Whether for business or leisure, travel is an essential part of many people’s lives. And like most other essentials of modern life, it is dominated by big industry. Often the greatest expense when it comes to traveling is the accommodation. Even if you have the money for that plane/train/bus ticket, the cost of a hotel can make a trip simply unfeasible. This fall, I had the opportunity to see a huge chunk of the American West. I recently returned from an epic seven-week…

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  SensoryMetrics

• #CowFilms on Twitter: Desperately Milking Susan

  Mitch Brisebois

  4 Nov 2009 | 4:42 pm

  Someone decided that cow-theming movies on Twitter would be a great idea. Example: Horton Hears a Moo. haha. As Trendistic confirms, this twitter trend went hyperbolic today. I must admit it’s addictive. My own thoughts: Love Me Tenderloin The Princess Dairies Saved By The Cow Bell Monster Bull Blazing Cattles The T-Bone Collector To Sirloin, with Love Blue Velveeta I’ve Herd the Mermaids Milking The Farty La cows aux folles Eraserherd This Is Shit! Guernsey Girl Get Shorthorn What a fantastic way to write a book. Whoever can collect the top 1000 humorous ideas and publish it.

• Beer PSYCHOgraphics

  Mitch Brisebois

  3 Nov 2009 | 4:54 pm

  AdAge just released this study that has the blogosphere all aTwitter. Ha! Should not be a surprise though. The very essence of marketing is understanding the demographics. Beyond that is understanding the psychographics – consumers’ mental predispositions and eventual behaviors. Here’s the scoop: Drinking Bud? Budweiser drinkers are 42% more likely to drive a truck than the average person, 68% more likely to choose a credit card with flexible payment terms and 42% more likely to use breath-freshening strips every day. Yikes. Apparently they’re really keen on unions…

• Startups: Punch the clock!

  Mitch Brisebois

  2 Nov 2009 | 4:32 pm

  As a teen, my friend Rich and I agreed that we’d work hard to avoid “real jobs” – those hourly waged card-punching jobs that our friends had. I indeed dreaded lining up to find my paper card to punch in a work start and a stop time. Rage against the timeclock machine! The only thing I liked about punch clocks was Elvis Costello’s 1983 Punch the Clock. But that’s different. After a couple decades of high-tech culture and startup zest, the very idea of punch clocks seemed rather grotesque. I was wrong. You and your team are dedicating so much time and effort…

• Pixel Awards: Taser’s “zap in a flash” web site

  Mitch Brisebois

  30 Oct 2009 | 4:19 pm

  The Pixel Awards – Erick & Lisa Laubach’s pet project since 2006 celebrate the leading edge of web design. One nomination this year features Taser International’s new X3 stun gun. Sure, the flash animation is well crafted – but the depiction is chilling. Judge for yourself. The latest Taser can “zap” multiple people it seems, it can also shoot an electrified dart into the chest of a suspect. Considering how misused these devices have been used, this is **chilling**. Here in Canada, we’re still dealing with the death of Robert Dziekanski… As…

• Avaya Hires Ghosts!

  Mitch Brisebois

  30 Oct 2009 | 2:13 pm

  According to MyCentralJersey.com, back in 2002, Anthony Armatys accepted a job at telecom firm Avaya, but soon changed his mind before even starting. Meanwhile, Avaya’s brilliant HR software decided he should remain on the payroll. 7 years later and $470,995.53 in direct deposits for a job he never took, Armatys was sentenced to 6 years in jail for the theft on Monday. Since Avaya makes lots of VoIP stuff (phone lines that don’t really exist) is it really fair that they’re upset about an employee that doesn’t really exist?? Of course not! In fact, if Avaya hired more…

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  Wise Elephant: Design and Influence

• Note for Freelance Creatives: Make Work Happen

  Freelance creative professionals increasingly ask me these two questions: 1.    Is there any work “out there?” 2.    Is that work for me? The answer to both is no, not right now, and maybe not for a while, if ever. There is no work “out there” for anyone anymore in the way it used ...

• The End of Intelligence, The Birth of Doing, The Decline of Newspapers

  Intelligence has a diminished bearing on economic prosperity. Employers are shedding workers by the price-tag regardless of merit, experience, or potential. If your revenues fall off a cliff the first instinct is survival, not productivity. This opened the door to a renewed emphasis on "Creativity," which implies less investment in ...

• Social Media: Risk or Reward (slides)

  These are the slides from my presentation to ISACA and IAA (the Chicago chapters of national Internal Auditor and IT Governance organizations). The goal of my presentation was to point out the necessity of developing a company-wide social media policy based on these main observations: - Employees are the new marketing ...

• Short-ish Note on Brevity

  (This note was inspired by David Silverman's post: When Clarity is Not the Same as Brevity) Similar to an ecologist pointing out that the culprits of bad-recycling-habits are actually the manufacturers who create all the packaging, NOT the consumer who is then left with the rubbish to dispose of, if we ...

• A Bitter Pill to Take, Mayor Baker’s “Total Collapse”

  Mayor James M. Baker of Wilmington DE, speaking at the GCECS2009 this past Tuesday, made a striking point. To paraphrase he said: This isn't a recession. It's a total collapse, a time for a restructuring. It’s a hard pill to swallow, but a restructuring of how you run your business might ...

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  uselog.com | the product usability weblog

• Comparing iPhone and Android application management

  Jasper (uselog.com)

  3 Nov 2009 | 11:52 am

  An intriguing comparison of the iPhone and Android UI paradigm for application access and management, by Luke Wroblewski. In the end, the within-product consistency that the iPhone offers seems to nudge him to a judgement somewhat in favor of the iPhone.I can’t help but wonder if the singular model Apple employs makes managing a set of mobile applications easier. Every app is accessed the same way and only open apps are running. Sure this is limiting in some ways (customization options, background processes) but empowering in others (clarity, control) at the same time.

• PC owner, but actually an Apple fanboy

  Jasper (uselog.com)

  30 Oct 2009 | 12:27 am

  Saw the guy in the picture above on the train during my commute. He covered the original logo on what appears to be a Dell XPS laptop with an Apple sticker. Imagine being the product manager for that Dell laptop and then running into this guy. No fun. If people put stickers of your brand's logo over that of others to create the (very poor) illusion that they have a different product than they actually have, you are doing a good job. Apple: congratulations. If people put stickers of another brand's logo over yours, you should worry. They've got no love for you. Dell: maybe you should look into…

• Why tablet PCs have failed and will fail

  Jasper (uselog.com)

  25 Oct 2009 | 2:56 am

  In this article in Design Issues design historian Paul Atkinson presents an insightful, amusing and at times depressing analysis of the rise and fall of the tablet computer, from the early pen computing of the RAND tablet, via the Momenta Pentop, to the inevitable Apple Newton Messagepad.Technological or social challenge?An interesting aspect of the article is that Atkinson analyses the issue from both the social constructivist and the technology determinism perspective. Social constructivists suggest that a complex range of factors are involved in the success of products, and that social…

• Nov.12: Design for Usability Symposium

  Jasper (uselog.com)

  12 Oct 2009 | 8:54 am

  On November 12, World Usability Day, the Design for Usability symposium on usability for professional and consumer electronics will take place in Delft. The event targets usability and design professionals as well as academics. The morning program features state of the art lectures on usability and design:Gerrit van der Veer (president of CHI): Designing for a moving target - from functionality to usability to experienceCees van Dok (creative director frog design Europe): The challenges in interaction design for consumer and professional electronicsAbbie Vanhoutte and Robert Eijlander…

• User-centered jigsaw provides background knowledge

  Jasper (uselog.com)

  7 Oct 2009 | 5:40 am

  When I buy tools, usually I don't buy the cheapest ones, because I like them to stay in one piece for a number of years. But when buying this Black & Decker jigsaw I did not only get a product that seems durable (so far, at least), but also one where considerable thought has been put into making a user-centered design.I might not be the sharpest tool in the shed (nudge nudge, wink wink), but I don't know by heart at what speed a jigsaw should be set for each type of material. Hence my liking of the speed dial on my new jigsaw (picture above) that lets you choose based on the material (wood,…

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  Un Cool Hunting

• Disturbing Alien Constructs - The Wonderous and Creepy Sculptures by Renee Adams

  These weird and creepy sculptures by Renee Adams look a little like disturbing aliens or sea-creatures and occasionally like alien-flowers. The artist uses natural and artificial materials (like wood,…

• 35 Movember Mustache Ideas - Creative Ways Even Ladies Can Play With Facial Hair

  We’re almost a week into Movember so if you don’t have a mustache of some sort, you’d better get on it! This cluster has a collection of Movember mustache ideas for anyone (yes, ladies, even you). Movember…

• Social Media Candy - Facebook Gum Makes Updating Your Status Tasty

  Facebook is a nearly ubiquitous presence in modern life. Those addicted to the social media network can now awaken their tastebuds with Facebook Gum. Yes, you read that right. Facebook Gum. It’s light,…

• 14 Pubic Hairovations - From Pubic Hair Transplants to Bushy Signatures

  It’s interesting how many things one can do downstairs. Waxing, dying and even funky designing have all been accomplished. Apparently, just because it’s concealed (as it should be) doesn’t mean we shouldn’t…

• 16 Inappropriate Statues - From Sculptural Faux Pas to Smoking Statues

  It appears that the time-honored art that is sculpture has taken a not-so-honorable turn. What do I mean? Just take a look of this cluster filled with inappropriate statues. Perhaps it has something…

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  Bits or pieces?

• Ubuntu Live Cloud Roadshow.

  22 Oct 2009 | 9:28 am

  Over the next few weeks, I'm speaking at a couple of Canonical events on the subject of cloud computing. The first event is in New York, aimed at large businesses and I'll be looking at the question of public or private clouds.The agenda for the evening covers Canonical's cloud strategy and an introduction to cloud computing in general. Both John Willis and I will be speaking there.There are few tickets still available, if you're interested in coming along.

• Trading Amazon Instances.

  15 Oct 2009 | 1:20 pm

  The problem with predictions is not the knowing of what but the knowing of when.I spectacularly failed to predict the current financial crisis having expected it to occur several years earlier. I'm also expecting that my 2007 prediction of when cloud computing brokers will appear (along with exchanges in computing resources, futures and swaps in resources) will also fail.This became clear as soon as Amazon introduced reserved instances. The only thing preventing the formation of a trading market in EC2 instances, is that reserved instances are not transferable. As soon as that changes, we…

• Why cloud vendors lie ...

  13 Oct 2009 | 4:01 pm

  I was a last minute speaker on IPExpo's schedule last week. Despite a severe bout of speakers nerves, the talk went well. Unfortunately, it wasn't recorded and hence I've made my own video.Why Cloud vendors lie and how they steal your money(approx. 43 mins)

• If Sauron was the Microsoft Cloud Strategist

  27 Sep 2009 | 10:49 am

  Back in March 2008, I wrote a post which hypothesised that a company, such as Microsoft, could conceivably create a cloud environment that meshes together many ISPs / ISVs and end consumers into a "proprietary" yet "open" cloud marketplace and consequently supplant the neutrality of the web.This is only a hypothesis and the strategy would have to be straight out of the "Art of War" and attempt to misdirect all parties whilst the ground work is laid. Now, I have no idea what Microsoft is planning but let's pretend that Sauron was running their cloud strategy.In such circumstances, you could…

• Is the enterprise ready for the cloud?

  22 Sep 2009 | 2:05 am

  There are many known risks associated with the cloud, some are transitional in nature (i.e. related to the transformation of an industry from a product to a service based economy) whilst others are general to the outsourcing of any activity. These always have to be balanced against the risk of doing nothing and the loss of competitive effectiveness and/or efficiency.You'll find discussion of these risks in various posts and presentations I've made over the years. The forces behind this change are not specific to I.T. but generic and have (and will) effect many industries.In this post, I want…

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• Mini Vintage Fan, Cast Iron House Numbers & My Cash Register

  freshvintage

  27 Oct 2009 | 3:28 pm

  Chris and I took a trip to the outlet stores & antique shops around Lancaster, PA a few weeks ago. On the way, we went to a barn sale where we really got to dig. Most of it was real junk, but I did find the wooden caddy and the two fans there. I paid five dollars for those three things.Do you know what that adorable itsy bitsy baby fan was used for?If you guessed "a car", then you are absolutely right!It is a Trico Vacuum Fan that would clamp to a dashboard to defrost the windshield. It doesn't even have an electrical cord - it connects to the car engine using a vacuum tube that runs a…

• Jam, Eggs, Majorettes and Hillbillies

  freshvintage

  21 Oct 2009 | 6:19 pm

  I am so far behind in sharing my finds. I've been rolling around in the $260 of virtual paypal money that I scored from those Batman Legos on eBay. It was less than my original estimate, but you will not hear me complaining. Instead of buying Finn a new set of (cheaper) Legos or a Nintendo DS game, we agreed that a subscription to the Lego Brickmasters club would be an excellent idea. For $39.99 plus shipping, he gets a new "exclusive" Lego set every two months for a year. Now we are all happy! (And a little richer.)Anyway, here are some finds from a few weeks ago. My big bargain that day was…

• Momomatic Jewelry on Etsy. And Batman Legos.

  freshvintage

  11 Oct 2009 | 4:23 pm

  Every once in a while, I check out the Etsy store of my new friend, Lotta, who I met at BlogHer. Her store is called Momomatic and she makes jewelry out of vintage buttons, beads and other nifty parts. I ordered a necklace from her. It arrived in this pretty little package, complete with a black scottie dog tied to the purple string: Upon closer inspection, I noticed the words Scrotum, Glans and Urethra on the wrapping paper. And then I remembered that she bought one of my sex books at the BlogHer Swap Meet in July: Picture Stories of the Sex Life of Man and Woman. This was one of the pages…

• Just won this at an auction...

  freshvintage

  3 Oct 2009 | 9:45 am

  Don't know what I was thinking.

• Touches of Vintage in a Boy's Bedroom

  freshvintage

  27 Sep 2009 | 10:25 am

  Last year, I shared my photos of my daughter, Maeve's vintage-inspired bedroom. Finn's bedroom is a work-in-progress, but I'll show you what we have done so far. We moved into the house three years ago, but still haven't painted his walls. Or any walls in the upstairs for that matter. We are taking our time (or we are just lazy - you decide).The mahogany dresser was from a yard sale for $25. The veneer on top was in bad shape, so I peeled off as much as I could, and then hemmed a piece of blue fabric to lay on top. The huge framed 1970s world map on top of the dresser was also from a yard…

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• Looking at Lubalin Now

  michael

  6 Nov 2009 | 6:10 am

  As a fan of typography it wasn’t hard to love what was on the walls of the newly opened Herb Lubalin Study Center of Design and Typography. Last night I checked out the packed opening of Lubalin Now at the Cooper Union. It was a type fan’s dream of inspired works of Herb Lubalin. There was a healthy combination of work that I was familiar with and a few surprises. The only unfortunate thing was that there was no display information on the wall so at times I could only guess who was responsible for the work. Above are a couple pieces that really got my attention. I was introduced…

• MetaFilter and #walkingtoworktoday

  michael

  5 Nov 2009 | 5:22 am

  As anyone that publishes posts, they never know what will pick up traction. Case in point: someone thought it was interesting enough to include my recent photo project #walkingtoworktoday on MetaFilter. I’ve been a lurker for sometime but not actively involved aside from reading a post from time to time. The traffic to my blog is good but you might not guess so because I haven’t broken that bubble of comments. So to have a community like MetaFilter chime in is valuable to read a slightly different pov from the traditional DesignNotes visitor. Like any skeptical community site…

• Interview with Alex Haigh of HypeForType

  michael

  4 Nov 2009 | 3:31 am

  A couple months ago I started receiving emails from Alex Haigh of HypeForType. As is described on the website, “the vision was to create a type foundry showcasing the best in today’s typographic talent, as well providing a platform for keen eyed creatives to find and buy truly unique, hand-crafted fonts to complement their work”. Curious to know more I asked Alex for an interview through email, below is our conversation. …And yes, the pull quote above is from HypeForType’s BAQ Rounded. Surtees: With your first email back in June you mentioned that you were “frustrated…

• Experimenting with Fragmented Medias while #walkingtoworktoday

  michael

  3 Nov 2009 | 6:00 am

  I’ve been testing a slightly updated idea of distributing content. While it’s not unique and the tools are available to almost everyone, there’s a number of intermediary connections that rely on each other to make it work. The underlying concept is that people have unique relationships depending on the different web tools they connect with their friends and peers. For example a person might have some good connections on twitter, yet that relationship isn’t the same on Flickr. They’re interested in reading some quotes but not trading photos. Another scenario might…

• In NYC and like Nooka?

  michael

  2 Nov 2009 | 5:47 pm

  Friend and supporter of DesignNotes, Nooka is showcasing 16 customized NookaNooka’s November 11th at the Red Bull Space from 12:00pm to 7 pm, 40 Thompson St, NYC. A couple months ago while hanging out in the Nooka space I saw a couple of the characters above. The yellow one from Shin Tanaka was probably my fav. Should be fun…

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  House Enthusiast

• Crane Estate Art Show & Sale

  Katie Hutchison

  5 Nov 2009 | 10:45 am

  Click on this photo to see it in the KHS photo note cards/prints gallery.If you haven’t recently (or ever) visited Castle Hill on the Crane Estate in Ipswich, this is the weekend to do so.  The weather outlook is good, and there’s an Art Show & Sale in the Great House.  Visit this stunning Trustees of Reservations property to view more than 150 pieces of art which celebrate exquisite North Shore landscapes and landmarks.  Attend the Artists’ Reception on Friday, Nov. 6, 2009 from 5-7 pm or take in the show on Nov. 7 & 8 from 10 am–4 pm. …

• Design Snapshot: Entry porch essentials

  Katie Hutchison

  2 Nov 2009 | 9:10 am

  A pleasing entry needn’t be grand. This one, on a favorite house, offers entry essentials with grace, ease, and comfort. The integral shed roof, which extends from beneath dormer window sills, is just deep enough to provide shelter over a brick entry stoop.  White, wooden brackets and rafter tails modestly highlight the point of entrance.  Spare, white, wooden benches offer a place to rest a package or await a visitor.  High bench-backs double as guard rails and help frame the doorway.  Narrow sidelights provide a glimpse inside and of approaching guests…

• A season for overlaps

  Katie Hutchison

  27 Oct 2009 | 8:38 am

  I’m fascinated by overlaps, like where indoors and outdoors coincide, or public and private, or two uses.  An overlap can capture the allure of different conditions simultaneously.  Most of us are intrigued by outdoor rooms or interior courtyards, because they are neither completely outside nor completely inside.  We enjoy porches along sidewalks which invite homeowners and passersby to share space while remaining distinct.  We appreciate three-season rooms, between our houses and outbuildings, which act as sunrooms and storage, blending the uses associated with…

• Historic New England: Residential architecture drawings as art

  Katie Hutchison

  22 Oct 2009 | 8:09 am

  Elevation by Katie Hutchison StudioDrawing Toward Home: Designs for Domestic Architecture from Historic New England is scheduled to be at the Boston University Art Gallery November 18, 2009 – January 17, 2010. This exhibit is on my must-see list.  It’s said to feature home design drawings from the late eighteenth through the twentieth centuries which depict a wide range of building types and styles.  Expect to peruse all manner of drawing types and styles too.  I imagine the bulk of the drawings are hand drawn.  I’ll report back if I learn that…

• Design snapshot: A roof-type reverie

  Katie Hutchison

  17 Oct 2009 | 3:21 pm

    I’m partial to hipped gables.  My parents’ bungalow has them and so too does this c. 1890 work-building-turned-pottery-studio.  Hipped gables typically reduce the apparent height of end walls, keeping them from towering over passersby.  They lend an intimate scale, and the hip, which is almost forehead-like, helps suggest a familiar and friendly countenance.  Surely, whoever created the plaque to the left of the entrance was familiar with the truncated profile’s appeal.  Chamfered-edge shingles (which also recall the end-wall profile) above…

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  c'est jolie

• franqueo francés

  erin wilson

  6 Nov 2009 | 12:59 pm

  Fantastic french postal images {jpeg and vector} for FREE at Just Something I Made. My mind is whirling with possibilities.....

• kirstie alertsy

  erin wilson

  5 Nov 2009 | 1:11 pm

  So maybe I sat next to this lovely lady at dinner yesterdayAnd maybe she twittered about it!

• humbug

  erin wilson

  4 Nov 2009 | 12:22 pm

  So every other commercial is a holiday ad now....I'm not sorry to say that I kind of love it :)Looking forward to seeing this, as it is one of my favorite stories of all time. It opens this week!

• 2010 with sarah jane

  erin wilson

  3 Nov 2009 | 2:46 pm

  I love Sarah Jane Studios....not only because we went to college together, but because her illustrations are BEAUTIFUL. I cannot wait to have a nursery because it will be filled with her work. She has recently released her 2010 Calendar and it is the sweetest thing ever!Check out paper crave for a great 2010 calendar round-up.

• roasted veg

  erin wilson

  3 Nov 2009 | 2:32 pm

  Come fall one of the first things I do is get some fresh produce, fresh herbs, chop it all up, toss with olive oil, seasoning {and whatever else you want} and roast in oven to delicious perfection. You cannot do this wrong....unless, of course you burn it to a crisp.Toss in salads, on pizza, mix into omelets, etc. You will find amazing combos and a zillion ways to use your roasted veggies. I like this how-to for first timers.ps Brussel Sprouts are soooooo my favorite :)Before:After:Pics taken on my iphone with the ShakeIt app

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• Autografik: Modern Transportation Graphics

  6 Nov 2009 | 5:00 pm

  Hell yea. Cool logos on trucks + vans! It doesn’t get much better then this. The Autografik flickr group is set to serve as an archive for modern design applied to motor vehicles. Thanks to Jonathan Turner aka insect54 for setting this bad boy up. ——————– Also worth checking: Donald Brun poster. Not signed up for the Grain [...]

• Mihail Mihaylov

  6 Nov 2009 | 5:00 pm

  Funkadelic! There is some serious soul in this typeface from Bulgaria-based designer Mihail Mihaylov. I’m such a sucker for bold type — I love the juicy, drippy, saturated feel of these letters. I can’t quite tell if the type is sprouting, or three-dimensional, or both. In addition to Funkadelic, Mihail’s other work shows a nice [...]

• 5 ways to avoid the most common mistakes in web design

  6 Nov 2009 | 5:15 am

  Learn how to avoid the most common web design mistakes with five simple habits and ensure your design mockups are easy to transform into finished websites.

• 750+ Stunning Icons In 49 Icon Packages

  6 Nov 2009 | 3:34 am

  Nothing to say about these icons.This time i’ve collected great icon sets from deviantArt.I think whenever you place these kind of icons in your web site it will really attract your visitors and make them visit again.Of course not only for your blogs.You can also use these icons in your personal computer to define your specific files or whatever.Just click on the set picture and you will be directed to the source to download.Hope you enjoy this collection.

• Monsters of Folk Poster

  5 Nov 2009 | 5:00 pm

  Monsters of Folk Concert Poster by Jason Munn of The Small Stakes The poster pick for this week features this Monsters of Folk Concert Poster designed by Jason Munn of The Small Stakes. This is a nice example of the impressive and sophisticated work that The Small Stakes churns out. Note the harmony in the composition [...]

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• Extra Normal Wall Clock

  Duann

  5 Nov 2009 | 2:18 pm

  Simple Tweak on Time At first glance, an elegant, minimal wall clock. But things are not so simple. A subtle effect is taking place, the Extra Normal Wall Clock features a die-cut opening that revolves around the center, revealing numbers that signify the hours. As it turns, the “hand” reveals a portion of the number marking each hour. Design by Ross McBride AKA Normal. Ross McBride was born in the Northeastern United States in 1962. He earned his bachelor’s degree in graphic design from the California Institute of the Arts, and upon graduation in 1985, promptly moved to…

• Design Droplets Results of $1000+ Prize Giveaway

  Duann

  5 Nov 2009 | 4:21 am

  Congratulations Martin Gibson who won a 12 Month Prime subscription from Ponoko Design Droplets is an online Industrial Design Magazine that is focused on the Australasian Design community. Their aim is to publish articles that are informative, take a critical look at design and help you grow as a designer. Through a range of content including reviews, interviews, critical writing and industry news we peel back the layers of fluff that surround design. Whether you are a student, a professional or just a design enthusiast, we hope you find Design Droplets a great read to get some tips from…

• Ponoko as Poetic Muse

  Kristen Turner

  4 Nov 2009 | 8:57 pm

  in rhyme and riddle—our latest user story Ponoko is honored to be the subject of a recent piece by bard of the internet, the Web Laureate. Visit web-poet.com for more poetic compositions on life with cyberspace. [ Ponoko ] interlock the entire network of joints, stretched and strained and withstood being terribly jolted. constructed of felt and bamboo, disappoints, it so does not – — int’net composed, in manner of web digital || // making made many || more mirthful // with pieces online in design interlocking real – virtual

• MODULARI Screens by RAZORTOOTHDESIGN

  Duann

  4 Nov 2009 | 7:02 pm

  Modular and Expandable Screen System MODULARI is a wide array of lacy cascading panels that can be used as room dividers, curtains, or anywhere you need a bit of a screen. Kiril Kirov of RazortoothDesign created a system of interlocking tiles that form expandable screens. A box of 18 Modulari Architect tiles makes a 31-by-62-inch partition that can be hung from the wall or the ceiling. The swirl, leaf and drop motifs are available in white, peach, avocado and black. MODULARI screens are made from EVA; Ethyl Vinyl Acetate mixed with a Calcium Carbonate filler. This material is widely used in…

• Blogger At Large: Crashing with Strangers

  Kristen Turner

  4 Nov 2009 | 3:11 pm

  two internet communities that are democratizing the travel industry Maker fairs, design conferences, trade shows… Whether for business or leisure, travel is an essential part of many people’s lives. And like most other essentials of modern life, it is dominated by big industry. Often the greatest expense when it comes to traveling is the accommodation. Even if you have the money for that plane/train/bus ticket, the cost of a hotel can make a trip simply unfeasible. This fall, I had the opportunity to see a huge chunk of the American West. I recently returned from an epic seven-week…

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• Mapungubwe Interpretation Centre by Peter Rich Architects

  Marcus Fairs

  7 Nov 2009 | 12:09 am

  A centre built to house prehistoric artefacts designed by South African practice Peter Rich Architects won the World Building of the Year award at the World Architecture Festival in Barcelona last night. (more…)

• Dezeen podcast: Airside at the Design Museum

  Brad Turner

  6 Nov 2009 | 4:26 pm

  Dezeen podcast: in this latest podcast collaboration with the Design Museum in London, Fred Deacon, Nat Hunter, Jamie Wleck and Malika Favre of London-based design agency Airside talk us through the history of the company and some of their recent projects. (more…)

• Competition: five Cyclops watches by Mr Jones Watches to be won

  Brad Turner

  6 Nov 2009 | 9:42 am

  Dezeen have teamed up with Mr Jones Watches to give away five Cyclops watches. (more…)

• Coloured Rainshower Icon by Grohe

  Rose Etherington

  6 Nov 2009 | 8:12 am

  German bathroom brand Grohe have launched limited edition coloured shower heads at the World Architecture Festival in Barcelona this week. (more…)

• Tokyo Designers Week interviews: Nigel Coates

  Rose Etherington

  6 Nov 2009 | 7:01 am

  Tokyo Designers Week 09: architect and designer Nigel Coates describes the “complete chaos” of Tokyo in this final installment in our series of short interviews commissioned for the Tokyo Desigers Week official guide, which was produced by Dezeen. (more…)

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• Quick Link: Riverways in The Architect's Newspaper

  Kurt Koepfle

  6 Nov 2009 | 7:00 am

  Riverways in The Architect's Newspaper

• New Work: Litl

  Kurt Koepfle

  5 Nov 2009 | 12:00 pm

  Litl is an innovative new web computer, or webbook, that marries the communication functions of a laptop and TV. Small, portable, and equally at home on a kitchen countertop or a living-room coffee table, the webbook is designed for families with multiple users who like to keep in touch and socialize. Litl is always connected to the web (with access to Wi-Fi) and flips upright like an easel for TV-like viewing of photos and video. It has no hard drive, files or applications of its own, but instead runs on the “cloud,” using web-based applications like webmail, Google, Flickr and Facebook.

• Michael Bierut's ‘Paper Architecture’ at Syracuse University

  Kurt Koepfle

  4 Nov 2009 | 6:00 am

  Paper Architecture: Posters by Michael Bierut opens at Syracuse University's School of Architecture tomorrow, Thursday, 5 November. The exhibition is the first devoted to Bierut's poster design and features 28 works from 1983 to the present for clients including the Architecture League of New York, the Yale School of Architecture, the New York State Council for the Arts and the University of Cincinnati. Bierut and his team are currently designing the environmental graphics for Syracuse's Connective Corridor project linking the university to downtown. The exhibition is on view at Syracuse…

• Quick Link: Quantum of Solace Wins British Book Design Award

  Simon Beresford-Smith

  30 Oct 2009 | 8:12 am

  Quantum of Solace Wins British Book Design Award

• New Work: ‘The Guggenheim’

  Kurt Koepfle

  30 Oct 2009 | 6:00 am

  The Guggenheim: Frank Lloyd Wright and the Making of the Modern Museum is the definitive chronicle of the creation of the iconic building, the final project of its renowned architect. Designed by Abbott Miller, who has a long-standing relationship with the museum, the book has been published to commemorate the Guggenheim’s 50th anniversary and is a companion volume to Frank Lloyd Wright: From Within Outward, the blockbuster exhibition that became the museum's most popular show ever during its run in New York this summer. (The exhibition has now traveled to the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao,…

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  Just Creative Design

• A quick copywriting tip to get more subscribers

  Jacob Cass

  4 Nov 2009 | 2:00 pm

  I recently wrote an article for Freelance Folder about how to get more subscribers by adding an email subscription box and within the comments, Troy Peterson left a great tip on how to optimise the copywriting to maximize subscription signups and I thought it was worth sharing… One thing that will improve your signups as well, is to replace “Subscribe” with “Get Updates”. Many people tend to associate “Subscribe” with some type of commitment. This is typically carried over from the old days of Magazine subscriptions, where people had to commit for a year and pay a price.

• Tutorial: How To Create An Iconic Logo Design

  Jacob Cass

  1 Nov 2009 | 3:00 pm

  Logo design is arguably one of the hardest parts of graphic design though with a little insider knowledge, you may find it’s not so difficult after all. By understanding what makes a “good” logo and the principles behind effective logo design you will be on the right track in no time. In this tutorial you will be guided through the logo design process, from initial brief right through to delivery while being given vital logo design tips along the way. For the sake of this tutorial we will be creating a fictional logo - for now I’ve gone with a logo that reflects the…

• New Just Creative Design Store

  Jacob Cass

  25 Oct 2009 | 6:00 am

  Inspired by Von Glitschka’s simply awesome Zazzle store, where I just recently bought his Tickles “Evil Clown” t-shirt, I thought I’d see how opening a store of my own would go. You never know, right? Though before I did that, I thought I should wait to check out the quality of Zazzle’s products and overall service. I didn’t have to wait long - just 5 days after ordering I received my shirt (and I’m down in Oz). I was also pleasantly surprised at the high quality of their products, especially considering their very competitive pricing. Anyway,…

• How to choose a logo designer

  Jacob Cass

  19 Oct 2009 | 6:00 pm

  With such a plethora of choice it may be hard to find the right designer for your specific needs. Below is a short guide to help you make the right choice when choosing a logo designer. These points could also be useful when hiring a web designer, graphic designer, or any designer for that matter. I don’t want this post to come across as self promotional, however, I’ve linked to my own examples to show you how I personally communicate to potential clients the value of my design work. For other designers, I hope this in turn, gives you an idea of how you too can communicate the…

• Climate change is about people

  Jacob Cass

  15 Oct 2009 | 5:40 am

  As part of this year’s Blog Action Day focusing on climate change, I have Simon Owens from CARE come to talk to you about the effects of climate change and what you can do to help. I’ll pass you onto Simon now… Climate change is not only about melting ice caps and polar bears. Climate change is about people. Swinging weather patterns are creating disasters on a scale that human civilization has never before witnessed. For the world’s poorest people – the ones least equipped to deal with its effects – climate change is devastating their crops, livelihoods and…

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  DesignKloud

• [PRODUCT] Your Volume Is Your Business

  DK

  29 Oct 2009 | 6:50 am

  I have an allergy. I’m not going to say to what in order to thwart any assassination attempts. From time to time, despite my best efforts, someone slips said allergen into a piece of food that... [CLICK TITLE TO READ MORE]

• [SERVICE] No More Chasing Deposit Envelopes

  DK

  22 Oct 2009 | 10:57 pm

  I can’t tell you how happy I was to see the new no-envelope-deposit ATM system come to market. It was such a pain to have to track down an envelope, scribble your information down, do actual... [CLICK TITLE TO READ MORE]

• [FOOD] Baconnaise.

  DK

  20 Oct 2009 | 7:21 am

  At what point has the bacon fad gone too far? I’ve seen bars in Chicago with “All You Can Eat Bacon” nights and Burger King has been on a crusade to see just how much swine it can... [CLICK TITLE TO READ MORE]

• [BRANDING] Everything To No One

  DK

  15 Oct 2009 | 5:48 pm

  Saw this place recently in the Minneapolis airport. Talk about appealing to the on-demand generation. [CLICK TITLE TO READ MORE]

• [PRODUCT] Concentrate to Save on Shipping Costs

  DK

  13 Oct 2009 | 3:48 pm

  I noticed this Arm & Hammer product recently that basically consists of a small bottle on cleaning fluid concentrate attached to an empty plastic bottle. You simply pour in the concentrate and... [CLICK TITLE TO READ MORE]

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  Supermarket Blog

• Holiday Craft Fairs

  6 Nov 2009 | 5:49 pm

  Saturday, November 28th, Ft. Collins Colorado If you’ll be in the Ft. Collins Colorado area on Saturday November 28th I will be at the Handmade Saturday craft fair in the Opera Galleria! Come and check it out! Friday & Saturday, December 4th & 5th, Denver Colorado I am so happy Fancy Tiger is hosting the 2nd annual Holiday Handmade Craft Fair at 23 Lincoln Street in Denver. Lots of great people, fantastic work and fun! This IS NOT your grandma’s country christmas craft fair!

• NOEMIAH – Christmas ’09 : now available!

  6 Nov 2009 | 5:09 pm

  White feathers, shinning chains, very chic collection. I was thinking of something I would love to were on December 24th for the Christmas evening… Many new designs, come take a look!

• new cool cones earrings!!!!

  6 Nov 2009 | 1:41 pm

  These organic earrings are handmade in sterling silver and vegan leather, light and feminine A pleasant surprise about this earrings is that it also makes a beautiful sound.

• Brooklyn Junior Store Opening!

  6 Nov 2009 | 7:33 am

  We are happy to announce the opening of our store located at 150 Clinton Avenue (corner of Myrtle) in Clinton Hill, Brooklyn NY. Don’t forget to check our supermarket pages often for great prices and promotions.

• We’re giving away Supertotes.

  6 Nov 2009 | 7:15 am

  Today only! Spend $100 at Supermarket and we’ll send you a Supertote for free. Each Supertote is 100% awesome. They’re individually cut, hand-stitched and screen-printed in New Hampshire by Enviro-Tote, a family-owned company and member of the Fair Labor Association.

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  NewWork

• EA

  Harald

  5 Nov 2009 | 3:41 am

  The short logo animations for EA games always really fit. I know I should name some obscure software house here but screw that, I like those razorsharp ones from EA. Like the new 3 second one from Dragon Age (a game that besides that startup logo isn’t my cup of tea).

• MIAMI MURAL

  Lennart

  5 Nov 2009 | 2:25 am

  I Love New Work was the first site-specific Locust Projects mural project of South African born artist Ed Young. Must say nicely done!

• GET LOST

  Lennart

  5 Nov 2009 | 12:48 am

  The game Get Lost is now also available on the iPhone. IN10 and The Saints have made this fun concept possible so..

• KRINK MINI

  rocco

  5 Nov 2009 | 12:32 am

  KRINK creator and major graffiti influencer Craig “KR” Costello, painted a black MINI Cooper S with his typical dripping ink aesthetics. Pretty krinky :)

• Bad Voicemail!

  willemijne

  4 Nov 2009 | 1:58 am

  Guys. Don’t leave a message this way. It’s just wrong.

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• Nosurprises - Alessandro Pautasso

  Designaside

  6 Nov 2009 | 11:00 pm

  Alessandro Pautasso portfolio. Design You Trust sponsors: Photoshop Lady - Best Photoshop Tutorials For You!! Advertise with Design You Trust! - DYT on Twitter - Facebook

• Sony Ericsson Pureness

  Joffrey

  6 Nov 2009 | 6:01 pm

  The all new Sony Ericsson Pureness, with its stunning transparent screen, is now available! Design You Trust sponsors: Photoshop Lady - Best Photoshop Tutorials For You!! Advertise with Design You Trust! - DYT on Twitter - Facebook

• Portable Pocket Light

  Scene360

  6 Nov 2009 | 5:08 pm

  “Pocket Light” is a very interest product concept by Ryan Harc. I’d love to have one in my wallet. Link via Illusion 360 Design You Trust sponsors: Photoshop Lady - Best Photoshop Tutorials For You!! Advertise with Design You Trust! - DYT on Twitter - Facebook

• Daniel Christopher Barrett

  daniel christopher barrett

  6 Nov 2009 | 4:55 pm

  see more ultra-violence by Daniel Christopher Barrett Design You Trust sponsors: Photoshop Lady - Best Photoshop Tutorials For You!! Advertise with Design You Trust! - DYT on Twitter - Facebook

• Maison NW by Nathalie Wolberg

  dholliga

  6 Nov 2009 | 2:42 pm

  more images on this project HERE Design You Trust sponsors: Photoshop Lady - Best Photoshop Tutorials For You!! Advertise with Design You Trust! - DYT on Twitter - Facebook

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  Cherryflava

• The art of food innovation: Part 2 – Heston Blumenthal’s Perfect Christmas

  Jonathan Cherry

  5 Nov 2009 | 4:15 pm

  Apart from being a brilliant chef, Heston Blumenthal explores the realm of designing a sublime experience in his Christmas special episode of In Search of Perfection. Do yourself a favour – book out an hour in your diary, grab a steaming cuppa java or a shot of Jagermeister…sit back and absorb the innovative creations of this guy. Having ourselves a keen interest in the designing of interactions we’ve been raving about this programme for weeks now – so we’re stoked to have finally found it on the web. Previously: The art of food innovation: Part 1 – El…

• The art of food innovation: Part 1 – El Bulli

  Jonathan Cherry

  5 Nov 2009 | 1:07 am

  We’re big Anthony Bourdain fans. A copy of Kitchen Confidential lies in it’s rightful place next to a copy of The Ten Faces of Innovation and the latest copy of Monocle magazine at the Cherryflava HQ ‘reset zone’. We connect with his hard-drinking, heavy-smoking, excessive use of foul language attitude and really enjoy the episode of his TV show in which he visits the infamous El Bulli. We unfortunately missed Ferran Adria at this year’s Design Indaba, but this short episode gives a good sense of the innovation that is part of the world’s best restaurant.

• The Top 10 Shockingly Gruesome and Gory Ads

  Cassandra

  4 Nov 2009 | 6:24 am

  Shocking During our daily searches, we’ve come across a trend that’s been occurring quite frequently lately. More brands are indeed opting to use extreme shockvertising tactics [surprise surprise] but better yet, gruesome gore, in order to get their messages across.Perhaps the world is so desensitised that the only thing left to attract attention is the strategy of shock. So, in spirit of this [...and cause we didn't know what else to do with this stuff] we’ve put together a list of our all-time favorite top 10 shockingly gruesome and gory adverts. Viewer discretion is…

• VW Citi Golf: It’s finally time to say cheers

  Jonathan Cherry

  4 Nov 2009 | 2:26 am

  Red, yellow, blue Jeez – just about everybody that’s grown up in South Africa in the past couple of decades as some point have owned a Citi Golf. We had one that kept on getting broken into and slowly but surely had all of its parts removed [ah...good times]. Totsiens ol' friend Now after 25 years – the SA legend is being put out to pasture and very soon no more Citi Golf cars will be produced – and to honour the brand the last Citi will be doing a victory lap around the country to offer everyone the opportunity to come and bid farewell to Citi by signing the…

• Live Green Toronto: an advert you can turn off

  Cassandra

  4 Nov 2009 | 2:15 am

  A good type of 'turn-off' In order to advertise Live Green Toronto, a new resource for Torontonians that offers environmentally friendly living advice, the city of Toronto and Canadian ad group Agency59 have come up with this bus shelter ad. Going along with the brand/product itself, the interactive advert urges people to switch off the ad [by flicking the attached giant light switch] and to turn their website torontolivegreen.ca on. Not a bad idea. SOMEONE was definitely ‘switched on’ when they thought this one up. Just one question though. Does the ad turn itself back on…

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  Design is Kinky

• Rachel Wells

  Andrew

  5 Nov 2009 | 7:15 pm

  Nice prints and artwork by Rachel Wells.

• Hype For Type

  Nick

  5 Nov 2009 | 5:49 pm

  Hype For type has just released Volume 2 featuring exclusive typefaces from Non-Format, Research Studios, MWM Graphics, Suprb, and Richard Perez.

• Factory Magazine

  Andrew

  5 Nov 2009 | 4:12 pm

  In Canada? Then check out Factory Magazine, an online mag to help promote creative Canadians.

• Chris Ross

  Andrew

  5 Nov 2009 | 2:04 pm

  Paintings by Chris Ross.

• It’s Nice That Issue #2

  Andrew

  29 Oct 2009 | 9:33 pm

  It’s Nice That Issue #2 is an awesome book. Go buy it!

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• 2+2=5 Colour Palette Game

  evad

  5 Nov 2009 | 10:08 am

  Palettes from the COLOURlovers' group started by the beloved faded jeans: 2+2=5 Colour Palette Game. Original format: Pick two of your favorite colors, any two that you've created and send them to a fellow CL'r. In return, they will do the same and send you two personal faves from their own collection of colors. Then each of you should create a palette of the four colors with the fifth color in the palette being your own personal choice. NOTE: It's important that you send ONLY the 6 digit hex code for the color so that the actual colors aren't seen ahead of time, possibly influencing the…

• Vintage Color & Design: Textiles

  evad

  5 Nov 2009 | 10:00 am

  A Journey Around the Skull, which inspired a previous post, recommended checking out the textile blog Dots and Lines are Just Fine, and though just getting started with their collection, they still had plenty of inspiring palettes.

• Using COLOURLovers In The Classroom

  evad

  3 Nov 2009 | 10:08 am

  Today, in an effort to spread awareness and a better understanding of COLOURlovers, including practical ways to apply the tools and community knowledge on the site, we're highlighting the COLOURlovers group t3achers and the Forum Topic: Using COLOURLovers in the Classroom, where one member of this group, speakin_colors, shared her blog post (reposted below) with some ways she engages her students using COLOURlovers. Her ideas are shared by some like Klip who said, "I use COLOURlovers in my teaching all the time - mostly to get my (university aged new media design) students sensitised to…

• The Colors Of Dave Jordano

  evad

  3 Nov 2009 | 9:09 am

  With a keen eye for color, Dave Jordano has been an established photographer since opening his studio in 1977. Jordano was born in 1948 in Detroit, Michigan. He received a BFA in photography from the Center for Creative Studies in Detroit in 1974. In 1977 he established a photography studio in Chicago, with commercial clients that have come to include such companies as Crate and Barrel, Starbucks, and Kraft. He was awarded honorable mention in the Houston Center for Photography Long Term Fellowship Project in 2003, and third place in the Piezography Archives National Photography Competition a…

• Colorful Histories: Fiesta® Dinnerware

  evad

  2 Nov 2009 | 12:37 pm

  Fiestaware (Fiesta® Dinnerware) has been brightening up dinner tables since they first introduced their color saturated dinnerware, during the drab days of the depression. Created by the Homer Laughlin China Company of Newell, West Virginia, since 1936 (with a hiatus from 1973 to 1985), Fiestaware was started "with the intent of giving people who were having a real miserable time something that wasn't expensive, that could brighten up their table, make their live a little cheerier," says president Joe Wells III in an quote from a recent article in the Oregonian, and they did it using color.

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  honozooloomedia

• halloween.

  aaron

  6 Nov 2009 | 9:40 pm

  halloween in chinatown.  a night where everyone dresses up, beer can be bought on the street at nuuanu ave and hotel st, live bands rock stages in the middle of chinatown, and everyone has a good time. i swung by nextdoor to check the hot muffins and dj benzi (who rocked a set dressed as dog the bounty hunter, with his wife playing the part of hype woman and “beth”, cute), peeped indigo to see a few of my favorite DJs, and generally spent some time people watching and having fun. i rocked a nerd outfit and even ran into someone who was dressed as me.  then i ran into someone…

• release party.

  aaron

  4 Nov 2009 | 11:00 am

  last friday after art after dark wound down, i headed down to good old anna bananas to celebrate the release of go jimmy go’s self-titled album.  like every other good party the day before halloween, this one involved costumes, music, and plenty of good times. i snapped a few pictures, skanked the night away, and helped celebrate the brand spanking new go jimmy go album.  congrats guys! everyone else:  you mean you haven’t already bought the album?  what are you thinking?  get on itunes and do that damn thing, now. -a [ click here to jump off to the full image gallery! ]

• art after darkoween.

  aaron

  2 Nov 2009 | 2:00 pm

  live visuals by the dropshadows crew. costume party steez. catering by town. japanese block prints. dj benzi slaying it on the 1s and 2s. it’s like waikiki or chinatown on halloween, except there’s better food, better art, and no crazy crowds -a [ click here to jump off to the full image gallery! ]

• go jimmy go.

  aaron

  2 Nov 2009 | 11:00 am

  there are times when a project can also mean a collision of several layers of my life. the latest, self-titled recording effort put forth by the fellas at go jimmy go is one of them. take a band i’ve loved since i was in high school back in like 1997, a friend and colleague from the drop shadows, and my friends in the band itself and all of a sudden i’ve got a project that encompasses my past, my professional life, and my friendships. it’s an incredible feeling to be involved in designing an album cover for a band that i’ve always admired. i shot a series of…

• apartm3nt.

  aaron

  31 Oct 2009 | 4:58 pm

  a fashion show on rollerskates.  vicarious vintage and cloth hosted a fun, definitely different fashion show @apartm3nt last week. as always the challenges of shooting at a dark venue like apartm3nt made the shoot more challenging than usual, but i was happy with the results. -a [ click here to jump off to the full image gallery! ]

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  NOTCOT.ORG

• #26122 - Stool #9 Furniture by Brazilian Designer...

  OCblog

  6 Nov 2009 | 5:26 pm

  Stool #9 Furniture by Brazilian Designer Rodrigo Silveira. (Want more? See NOTCOT.org and NOTCOT.com)

• #26121 - A fan of Rhodia pad, the famous fashion...

  atelier 29

  6 Nov 2009 | 3:56 pm

  A fan of Rhodia pad, the famous fashion designer, Sir Paul Smith never let the small block of Rhodia leaves him. The limited edition of Paul Smith 'o9 Rhodia Pads came in 2 versions of map coated Rhodia orange and black with 4 different covers... (Want more? See NOTCOT.org and NOTCOT.com)

• #26120 - Wall of Sound by Swedish brand Brothers' is the...

  LimitedHype

  6 Nov 2009 | 12:29 pm

  Wall of Sound by Swedish brand Brothers' is the most massive iPod speaker system with 28 elements and measuring 3ft by 4ft. (Want more? See NOTCOT.org and NOTCOT.com)

• #26119 - This is the new housing project by Zon-e...

  Ajintern

  6 Nov 2009 | 11:58 am

  This is the new housing project by Zon-e Architects, located in a mining town in the heart of the Cantabrian Mountains in Spain (Want more? See NOTCOT.org and NOTCOT.com)

• #26118 - Street artist Ninja182 has recently coming up...

  MikeGusto

  6 Nov 2009 | 11:28 am

  Street artist Ninja182 has recently coming up with an mind-blowing graffiti project. (Want more? See NOTCOT.org and NOTCOT.com)

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  Designboom - Weblog

• vertical bed

  6 Nov 2009 | 2:58 pm

  designer jamie o’shea must have really wanted a nap when he created his vertical bed design. the vertical allows the user to sleeping standing up right in the middle of the street. not satisfied without testing his creation, o’shea slept for 40 minutes in downtown new york. the bed design can be collapsed into a small suitcase and is attached to a subway vent when in use. the help the user gets a peaceful rest, the bed comes with noise canceling headphones, opaque sunglasses and a free-standing umbrella for napping in the rain. next time you walking down the street and feeling tired, …

• batlle and roig architects: cages for macaws at the barcelona zoo

  6 Nov 2009 | 4:03 am

  batlle and roig architects are the winners of the display category at the world architecture festival 2009 for their cage design for macaws in the palm grove of the barcelona zoo. the design of the cages was developed under the instruction of the zoo's technicians. each unit measures 21.5sqm in surface, from which 14.40sqm can be seen by the general public. the remainder of the space is divided into 5.20sqm of sleeping area and 4.90sqm of maintenance corridor. the main structure of the unit is made-up of several leaning metal tubes that bend and close on the top, like a metal wheat shaft.

• 3xn and nord architects win masterplan project in aarhus, denmark

  6 Nov 2009 | 3:42 am

  masterplan for northern goods railway in aarhus, denmark image courtesy nord architects/ MIR nord architects and 3xn have won the competition to design a masterplan in denmark. a new cultural hub for scenography, visual arts and literature will soon be constructed within a historical framework in denmark’s second largest city, aarhus. the new cultural center is meant to be an inspiring setting that stimulates production of the arts and facilitates the interaction amongst the various artistic metiers, business and education the masterplan has a layout with a number of triangulating…

• various architects: mobile performance venue

  6 Nov 2009 | 3:18 am

  mobile performance venue can be brought to urban locations such as in a city park the mobile performance venue (MPV) by various architects office has been awarded future projects experimental winner at this year's world architecture festival. the client brief was to design a lightweight and easily transportable venue that meets their technical requirements for projection screens and surround sound system, while creating an iconic structure on the exterior. the oval form is 90m x 60m and ranges from 10m to 17m tall, with 3900m2 of covered space. it can be configured to include optional stadium…

• fars studio: chao phraya river landmark, thailand

  6 Nov 2009 | 3:12 am

  chao phraya river landmark by fars studio all images courtesy fars studio young thai architectural firm fars studio won first prize in the competition to design chao phraya river landmark in thailand. at the confluence of four tributaries -  the ping, wang,yom and naan river - the chao phraya river begins and forms itself as the largest and bloodline river in thailand. nakorn sawan municipality and the association of siamese architects under royal patronage (ASA) held the landmark competition to commemorate and to highlight the symbol of this river at the particular spot where it begins.

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  Metropolis Magazine

• Revised: Metropolis's RSS Feed Has Moved!

  26 Oct 2009 | 10:00 pm

  Attention Metropolis RSS subscribers: You can now receive a complete feed of magazine stories at http://feeds.feedburner.com/MetropolisMagazine. The feed you are reading is no longer valid. Please update accordingly! (Due to a technical glitch, some readers may have received an incorrect notice about this earlier today. We apologize for any inconvenience.)

• Nosign of the Times

  2 Mar 2009 | 9:00 pm

  A young designer that uses nature as his guide

• Project M: Thinking Wrong, Doing Right

  29 Jan 2009 | 9:00 pm

  John Bielenberg broke creative ground in his graphic design career. Now he wants to transform the industry itself.

• Bringing Design to the Getty

  21 Dec 2008 | 9:00 pm

  The head of Getty's new Department of Architecture and Design talks about the institute's extensive collection and unrealized Southern California design.

• The Work of an Outsider

  30 Nov 2008 | 9:00 pm

  Landscape architect Tom Oslund discusses the making of a memorial, his Zen time, and ecology vs. aesthetics.

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  Luxist

• NetJets Announces Major Pilot Layoffs

  7 Nov 2009 | 12:26 am

  NetJets Inc., the fractional ownership and plane leasing company owned by Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway Inc., has announced major layoffs. Due to a slowdown in business travel and the overall usage of private jets the company is firing 495 pilots. Bloomberg quotes a statement from David Sokol, NetJets CEO who said that the decision came from looking at current and predicted flight demand. The news comes just around two months after Sokol took over and the company moved back to Columbus, Ohio. Currently the company owns more planes than it is using. NetJets employs over 3,000 pilots…

• Megha Mittal Is Escada's New Owner

  6 Nov 2009 | 4:01 pm

  If you had asked me earlier this week which suitor I thought would claim Escada as their own I would have guessed M1 Group, the owner of Faconnable. But the new owner of the German fashion house is actually Megha Mittal, daughter-in-law of steel billionaire Lakshmi Mittal. Mittal purchased the brand for an undisclosed sum.Mittal beat out a bunch of fashion insiders including the former head of Gucci and persuaded the German insolvency administrator that she would be the best steward of the brand. She bought Escada through a family trust said to be in in the three-digit million range. The…

• Orso Restaurant Closing In Los Angeles

  6 Nov 2009 | 3:01 pm

  Celebrity-friendly restaurant Orso Los Angeles becomes the latest restaurant to close. Orso opened in 1989 and its location near Robertson Blvd. and the tree-shrouded smoking-friendly patio have made it a popular film industry haunt. But the NY Times reports that the Italian trattoria serving fare priced at around $25 per entree will close by November 21. Orso restaurants in New York and London will remain open. The NY Times article says that Orso Los Angeles began to falter when the Creative Artists Agency and International Creative Management moved into Century City office towers and when…

• Jack Rabbit The Bandit Studded Leather Crossbody Bag, Handbag of the Day

  6 Nov 2009 | 2:01 pm

  The Jack Rabbit The Bandit Studded Leather Crossbody Bag is totally quirky and lovely.This little red number is made of elegant artisan glazed leather, and decorated eye-catchingly with pyramid studs. We love the long, brash gold chain and the matching leather shoulder pad, as well as the size (8"W x 6"H x 2"D, big enough to actually hold some stuff) and the simple shape. It also comes in black, green and purple, but we'd love to see this red one paired with your blue jeans or knee-high boots -- just don't wear it with lace; those pyramid studs will catch!The Jack Rabbit The Bandit Studded…

• The Queen's Sexiest Cousin Gets Her 'Angel' Wings

  6 Nov 2009 | 1:01 pm

  Stunning aristocratic British model Rosie Huntington-Whiteley (above), who's said to be a cousin of the Queen of England, has earned her "wings" and been anointed as the newest Victoria's Secret Angel. Huntington-Whiteley, who has appeared in the lingerie purveyor's eye-popping fashion shows, has also modeled for the likes of Burberry, Agent Provocateur and the Pirelli Calendar. She is the only current British Angel and joins Lindsay Ellingson, Emanuela DiPaula, Candice Swanepoel and Chanel Iman among the newcomers. The Angels are VS' spokesmodels and have their own star on the Hollywood Walk…

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  Hatch: The Design Public ® Blog

• Flickr Faves on Fridays: Arranging Shelves

  Becky

  6 Nov 2009 | 7:30 am

  Here are some more beautiful shelves from flickr member hnxing. Check out the way she had the stamps framed. I’ve been meaning to do this with my Eames stamps before I use them all up on bills! photo from flickr member hnxing

• Flickr Faves on Fridays: Arranging Bookshelves

  Becky

  6 Nov 2009 | 7:13 am

  It’s so fun to see a new batch of photos added to our Fresh New Spaces Group! I know I just featured her a few weeks back (here), but I had to share Ivy style 33’s lovely shelf arrangement with you today. I hope it inspires some weekend organizing and decorating for you! photos by flickr member Ivy Style 33

• Prized Possessions: What’s Yours?

  Becky

  4 Nov 2009 | 7:39 am

  Decorators should never insist on throwing out everything the client has. Even when they are far from perfect, loved possessions add personality. -Billy Baldwin What are your loved possessions? Please share them with us! I’ll start: Two of mine are these Staffordshire dogs that were my grandmother’s. They always sat on her mantle on Cape Cod and they always remind me of her. She was the ultimate animal lover - every bird and stray cat in her neighborhood was fed by her, and her dog Guinness had gourmet meals prepared for him every night. Now they have separated, one of them has a…

• The Real Good Chair Experiment

  Becky

  3 Nov 2009 | 3:05 am

  Blu Dot always catches my attention by doing something creative. Starting on Wednesday, they will begin The Real Good Chair Experiment, tracking Real Good Chairs on a journey through N.Y.C. You will be able to follow the chairs in real time here.

• Inspiration Monday: Lost Found Art

  Becky

  2 Nov 2009 | 2:08 am

  “We’re all collectors by nature. But if you’re talking about an orderly life, there has to be a stop sign somewhere. Building a collection requires a strong constitution and the ability to resist.” -Albert Hadley, The Story of America’s Preeminent Interior Designer It also requires good eye for assembly. Through Jenn Ski, whose blog we mentioned last week, I found myself linking over to the fabulous Junk Culture blog, and from there I linked over to Lost Found Art. Lost Found Art describes itself as “a unique design company that specializes in sculptural…

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  Fubiz™

• The Mill Showreel 2010

  Fubiz

  6 Nov 2009 | 3:10 pm

  Comme chaque année et après l’édition 2009 et 2008, voici le nouveau showreel du studio très connu The Mill, historiquement basé à Londres. Une compilation complète et exhaustive de leurs travaux durant 3 minutes 30, à découvrir en images et en vidéo dans la suite. Site officiel de The Mill. Previously on Fubiz Guinness - Bring it to Life Pantural Cars Showreel Flickafreak Showreel 2009

• Minimal City Bike

  Fubiz

  6 Nov 2009 | 12:00 pm

  La société américaine Jruiter vient de développer ce concept de vélo au design minimaliste pour faciliter les déplacements urbains. Un vélo fixie (pignon fixe) épuré avec des pédales situés sur la roue arrière, pour plus de puissance. Plus d’images dans la suite. Previously on Fubiz The Mill Showreel 2010 AICP Southwest Awards Nomiya Paris

• AICP Southwest Awards

  Fubiz

  6 Nov 2009 | 2:55 am

  Une réalisation du studio Corgan Media Lab pour la remise de prix du AICP Southwest. Le générique est basé sur l’univers de la nature et célèbre les publicités les plus réussies et produites de l’année. Une vidéo à découvrir dans la suite. Previously on Fubiz The Mill Showreel 2010 Minimal City Bike Nomiya Paris

• Nomiya Paris

  Fubiz

  6 Nov 2009 | 1:30 am

  Dans le cadre du projet Art Home lancé à l’initiative d’Electrolux, voici ce restaurant Nomiya situé sur le toit du Palais de Tokyo avec une vue imprenable sur Paris. Conçu par Laurent et Pascal Grasso, l’habitacle de verre change de couleur au cours de la nuit. Plus d’images dans la suite. Previously on Fubiz Offf 2010 Paris The Mill Showreel 2010 Minimal City Bike

• Fred Lebain

  Fubiz

  5 Nov 2009 | 1:30 pm

  Dans le même esprit que Liu Bolin et sa série photo Invisible Man, voici ce travail vraiment bluffant mêlant illusion et camouflage. Un projet intitulé “A Spring in New York” avec un jeu d’images de superposition dans la ville de New-York. Plus d’images dans la suite. Portfolio de Fred Lebain. Previously on Fubiz The Mill Showreel 2010 Minimal City Bike AICP Southwest Awards

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  TrendsNow

• ARCHE, Habiter l’océan

  Mr K (boss)

  6 Nov 2009 | 8:49 am

  Habiter sur l’eau c’est avant tout un rêve. Est-ce en train de devenir une nécessité ? Littoralisation massive des populations, mondialisation des échanges s’opérant sur les océans, encombrement et destruction des côtes, montée des eaux … Autant de raisons nous poussant petit à petit vers les océans. Le but de ce projet, imaginé par le jeune architecte d’intérieur et designer Nils Darsonval dans le cadre de son projet de diplômeà l’ESAG Paris, est d’intégrer ce constat pour proposer, à l’image de l’ARCHE de Noé, l’ARCHITECTURE d’un nouveau mode…

• BeMoved coffee machine

  Clairette

  6 Nov 2009 | 5:48 am

  Petit noir, café crème, noisette ou déca, sucré ou light … en matière de café, chacun a ses petites préférences ! Entre deux réunions, la pause café se doit d’incarner un pur moment de détente et de convivialité entre collègues. C’est dans cette optique que la cellule R&D du fabricant de café Douwe Egberts a dévoilé à la Dutch design Week en octobre dernier, un prototype de machine à café « Bemoved », une approche particulièrement interactive avec l’utilisateur. Découverte du projet ! Dotée d’un grand écran tactile…

• Tiki Radiator by Carlo Martino

  Clairette

  6 Nov 2009 | 2:00 am

  Out les vieux convecteurs des années 70’s, bienvenue au Tiki radiateur, un cylindre allongé suspendu au plafond à la manière d’un luminaire qui répond parfaitement aux nouveaux codes de décoration contemporains. Une jolie création du designer italien Carlo Martino pour le fabricant Ad Hoc. Plus d’images dans la suite ! crédit photo : ad hoc via Dans la même thématique Varela Design Orefon phone by Kit Men i-radium Pigeon repulsive Tubor, les radiateurs design

• TRENDSADDICT / Offre couplée

  Mr K (boss)

  5 Nov 2009 | 8:01 pm

  Avec l’arrivée de la fin de l’année, et pour vous aider à trouver de l’inspiration pour vos cartes de voeux et autres calendriers corporates, TrendsAddict vous propose un pack spécial comprenant nos deux carnets d’inspiration Creative Corporate Wish Cards et Creative Calendars designs. Ce pack spécial vous livrera plus de 380 exemples de calendriers et de cartes de voeux, des concepts ou des exemples de réalisations triées sur le volet, mettant en exergue les créations internationales les plus brillantes. Universel, chacun de vos métiers pourra y puiser son inspiration. Tous…

• R1 Radio

  Mr K (boss)

  5 Nov 2009 | 10:37 am

  Création du jeune designer coréen diplômé du Royal College of Art Il-Gu Cha, le concept R1 Radio est une petite radio de bureau à poser qui propose fonctionnement plutôt surprenant mais toutefois relativement inspiré de l’observation des gestes habituels des utilisateurs de radios analogiques. Tous les détails en images et vidéo dans la suite ! Toutes les images dans la galerie Démonstration en vidéo Cliquer ici pour voir la vidéo. Description originale An analog radio is one of most important product for a blind people. In the using a behavior of how people manipulated…

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  UIE Brain Sparks

• UIEtips: Gerry McGovern Says “Manage the Tasks”

  Jared Spool

  28 Oct 2009 | 9:36 am

  For years, we’ve known about the importance of completing tasks. Not the items on your to-do list — the users’ tasks. What we found in our research over the last 10 years is that practically every measure of users’ performance correlates strongly with the users completing their task. Users who achieve their objective believe the web site looks more professional, rate it as more fun, tell us it runs faster, and are more satisfied with the site. There’s no doubt: if you want users to love your site, make sure they complete their tasks. Yet, even though we know task…

• SpoolCast: Innovation Beyond the Buzzword

  Jared Spool

  23 Oct 2009 | 1:31 pm

  Duration: 27.5m | 15MB Recorded: October, 2009 Brian Christiansen, UIE Podcast Producer [ Subscribe to our podcast via ←This link will launch the iTunes application.] [ Subscribe with other podcast applications.] [ Direct Link to MP3 File ] How many IBM or General Electric television ads do we need to see before we are groaning at the mention of the word “innovation”? It’s too late for me, personally. But that doesn’t mean real innovation is dead. Steve Jobs has been quoted saying Apple will innovate their way through tight times. This past week Apple announced…

• UIEtips: Four Essential Skills for Information Architects – An Interview with Donna Spencer

  Jared Spool

  22 Oct 2009 | 7:59 am

  I recently facilitated several usability tests, watching user after user struggle with our client’s web site. Not one user could find the most valuable content on the site. Every user knew exactly what they wanted and all of the information they were looking for was available — they just had no idea how to find it. Once they made it to the page with their content, they still struggled. The navigation links and categories were so unclearly written that users weren’t at all sure where to click. They had to work very hard just to figure out what content was available to them on…

• UIEtips: Moderating with Multiple Personalities: 3 Roles for Facilitating Usability Tests

  Jared Spool

  14 Oct 2009 | 9:06 am

  Sometimes, just adding a mental image to something difficult can make it dramatically easier. I discovered this while helping people learn to become better usability test moderators. Moderating a usability test is difficult. There’s a lot going on, and you have to keep it all moving. Years ago, when we were privileged to have Carolyn Snyder working for us, she came up with a simple metaphor for facilitating usability test sessions. We called it the “Flight attendant, Sportscaster, Scientist” metaphor and it really helped us simplify how to moderate the session. In…

• Effectively Moderating Usability Tests, October 21

  Adam Churchill

  14 Oct 2009 | 6:37 am

  You’ve just been asked to moderate a usability test. Whether it’s your first or your 199th, do you know how to do it and capture the best results? Will you be able to start it without a lump in your throat, or without being distracted by the thought that your every move is being watched? We’re bringing an expert in to help you make the most of this important research study. In our next UIEVS on Wednesday, October 21, Beth Loring will teach you 6 Golden Rules to Effectively Moderate Usability Tests. Conducting a usability test can be stressful, but you know how important this…

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  coochicoos

• Christmas Cards for Deer Lovers

  Robert

  5 Nov 2009 | 9:36 pm

  Just love this great collection of deer-themed holiday Christmas cards from Moo.  Set includes personalized holiday message on card interior and back with sustainable paper envelopes – $40 for set of 25. We also love Moo’s set of JPG Magazine’s Photo Contest Cards. Visit our sponsors: Orbit Baby – a modern baby transportation system Boodalee – modern kids bedding Boon – hip baby products and toddler gear Card Store – stylish holiday photo cards and more Inspired Crib Bedding – contemporary baby crib bedding Spunky Sprout – toys + organics…

• The Gateway to Green and a Love Letter to My Firstborn

  Deborah

  4 Nov 2009 | 4:30 pm

  Welcome to the first post of Little Baby Green, by guest blogger Deborah Guyer Greene, where Deborah will share her stories, expertise, and tips about green family living. As a co-owner of an environmental design center, I always get a kick when the door opens and an expecting couple walks in.  Typically the woman is 5-8 months pregnant and the man is somewhat doe-eyed, nodding as she insists everything must be green, eco-friendly, and non-toxic.  This, of course is a stereotype.   But, as with most stereotypes, there is some small truth and I have genuine empathy for both parties as they…

• Nursery Design Inspired by Vintage Travel Art

  Robert

  2 Nov 2009 | 11:03 pm

  Inspired by vintage travel poster art, one-year old Henry is one lucky baby to wake up every day in one of the more uniquely decorated nursery’s we seen in a long time. See more photos of Henry’s nursery and vintage travel art mural at Ohdeedoh. Visit our sponsors: Orbit Baby | Boodalee | Boon | Wallter | Zutano

• Modern Holiday Party Invitations via Paper Culture

  Robert

  1 Nov 2009 | 1:13 pm

  Holiday parties are made special with a beautifully-designed printed invitation, and Paper Culture offers some of the most unique modern design party invitations that we’ve seen.  In addition to beautiful designs, Paper Culture offers a free Mail & Message service (just pay the cost of postage) that addresses and sends your invitations to save you precious time during your hectic holiday schedule. Paper Culture’s eco-friendly printing processes and paper are also available for holiday photo cards,  baby birth announcements and baby shower invitations. Order Your Holiday…

• Retro Clock Radio

  Robert

  29 Oct 2009 | 1:58 am

  Am I dating myself if I remember having one of these clock radios in my room when growing up?  These days, though, this retro remake comes with an input for your iPod. Crosley Clock Radio & iPod Speaker |  $58 at Urban Outfitters Order Your Holiday Cards Now from Tiny Prints Visit our sponsors: Orbit Baby | Boodalee | Boon | Wallter | Zutano

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  Brand New

• Big Wings, Tiny Type

  Armin

  6 Nov 2009 | 7:00 am

  I'm treating this as an In Brief because there isn't much to go by and details are still sketchy. Not to mention that the available images look like roadkill. As many of you may have caught, Chrysler announced a bunch of things this past week in relation to their emerging from the bottom of the auto industry barrel — our blogging colleagues at idsgn have put together something more comprehensive than I was willing to on this Friday morning. On their web site, Chrysler has made available a lot of PDFs covering their Plan, among them is a PDF on the brand going forward, showing a new…

• New Butterfly not so Fly

  Armin

  5 Nov 2009 | 4:48 am

  It's a rhetorical question since I am assuming thousands of people do but, seriously, does someone use msn.com anymore? With so many cooler and more efficient ways to access the online world, MSN has for a long time felt caught in 1999, both aesthetically and technologically, heck even philosophically. I'll admit that I really like the MSN butterfly from the beginning when it was introduced in 2000 and in TV ads it had a lovely animation. But in the twenty-first century I don't recall ever visiting MSN willingly. Not that that's about change anytime soon but at least if I do, the new scenery…

• Pfizer Moves Pforward

  Armin

  4 Nov 2009 | 7:18 am

  When we talk about "one of the biggest companies in the world" or "one of the leaders in their industry" or any other claim to the top spot in anything here in Brand New it's all relatively, well, relative. Especially when you compare anything to Pfizer, the leading-number-one-biggest-you-name-it player in the pharmaceutical industry. According to their 2008 financial report, the revenue for that year was $48.3 billion. They also produce two of the most popular and well known pills in the market: Lipitor and Viagra, among many others. Needless to say anything further, Pfizer is big. Last…

• Pixelated Blogging

  Armin

  3 Nov 2009 | 7:20 am

  At a time when various blogs are evolving into printed products — Exhibits A, B, and C — it's oddly reassuring to see what started as a zine back in the late 1980s maintain its web dominance a good ten years after it launched as one of the first juggernaut blogs in 2000. Chronicling all things technology, creative and sometimes just plain bizarre, Boing Boing has been an assured time waster for its thousands of readers for what seems like a blogging eternity. I realize that a blog is kind of off topic amidst the corporations, universities and consumer products we regularly feature…

• Magenta Star

  Armin

  2 Nov 2009 | 5:30 am

  In 2007, the 35-year-old Norwegian company Statoil merged with the oil and gas division of the 102-year-old Norsk Hydro, to form StatoilHydro, an energy and oil company with presence in 40 countries focusing on the production of oil as well as the consumer distribution of oil through various gas stations — with different brand names, some of them still named Statoil — around the world. Today, as it prepares to become a stronger global player, StatoilHydro officially went back to the Statoil name and adopted its new identity designed by Scandinavian Design Group. I emphasized…

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  FlowingData

• 7 Visualization Groups On Flickr to Find Inspiration

  Nathan

  5 Nov 2009 | 11:01 pm

  I've always thought of Flickr as a place where I can share my photos with friends and family; however, I'm starting to see there's a whole lot more than that. It's a great place to find inspiration for infographics and visualizations or to just browse the giganto collection of work from others. Here are some awesome data-related Flickr groups that are worth a look. Info Graphics "Charts, graphs, facts - anything that is about information or visualising information" [link] Guardian Datastore "Take our data, mash it up and create great visualisations with it - then post them on here" [link]…

• Make Thematic Maps With Cartographer.js

  Nathan

  4 Nov 2009 | 11:43 pm

  Like it or not, Google Maps mashups continue to be a Web favorite. It's just so easy to use. Stick a few lines of javascript in your web page, and voila, you've got an interactive map. That's for point-wise data though. It gets a little trickier beyond "you are here" pointers. Cartographic.js, in its first release, aims to make thematic mapping with the Google Maps API easier. The above is a bubble map for Twitter user locations, and below is a simple choropleth demo. There's nothing earth-shattering here, but the above only required a couple lines of code, which I think is something every…

• Unemployment, 2004 to Present – The Country is Bleeding

  Nathan

  3 Nov 2009 | 11:32 pm

  The Bureau of Labor Statistics released the most recent unemployment numbers last week. Things aren't looking good for the unemployed, I'm afraid. I showed my younger sister the maps. Her response: "It looks like the country is bleeding." While the recession is "over" the unemployment rate rose to 9.8% in September from 9.7% in August. That's 214,000 more people who are jobless in the United States. The last time unemployment was this high was back in June 1983 when it was 10.1%. Check out the more detailed view here: From 2004 to 2007, unemployment was actually decreasing, but things went…

• Fictional Character Interactions Over Time

  Nathan

  2 Nov 2009 | 11:54 pm

  Popular nerd comic xckd takes a look at character interactions over time in Lord of the Rings, Star Wars, Jurassic Park, 12 Angry Men, and Primer. The horizontal axis is time and the vertical axis indicates which characters are together at any given time. The result is something that looks like famed Minard graphic. Well, sort of. And of course it's all hand drawn, which adds to the nerd-ish charm. [Thanks, Wesley & Dave & Everyone else] FlowingPrints - Get cool data prints, spread awareness, and support data.

• FlowingData is On CNN – A new way of looking at the world

  Nathan

  2 Nov 2009 | 10:24 am

  Just a quick note. There's an article up on CNN right now by Manav Tanneeru about the growth of visualization: A new way of looking at the world. There's a blurb in there about your.flowingdata, but mainly read it for the other sources. There's some nice tidbits from Martin Wattenberg, Ben Fry, et. al. Thanks, Manav for including me. FlowingPrints - Get cool data prints, spread awareness, and support data.

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  Design Observer: Main Posts

• Start Asking

  Design Observer

  5 Nov 2009 | 10:44 am

  Start Asking was Ryan Fitzgibbon's solution to the final challenge of Command X: Season 2, the graphic design reality show at the AIGA Make/Think Conference in Memphis.

• Hot Times in the Old Town

  Design Observer

  5 Nov 2009 | 9:44 am

  East 82nd Street, 2007,painting from Alexis Rockman's American Icons series depicting future landscapes ravaged by climate change

• Between Mission Statement and Parametric Model

  Design Observer

  5 Nov 2009 | 7:44 am

  Boston-based architect and educator Tim Love argues that architectural education is in crisis, a result of the increasing tension between digitally driven formal experimentation and new mandates for social responsibility.

• Not the Same Old Same Old

  Design Observer

  5 Nov 2009 | 6:27 am

  It’s hard not to agree that cars, though better designed and engineered than ever, are often pressed into plebian duty.

• Sustainability Posters

  Design Observer

  4 Nov 2009 | 7:07 pm

  Six leading designers make posters of the word Sustainability.

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  InspirationKing

• Blogsolid

  Not an entirely new concept, but beautiful nonetheless.

• Emeril's

  A great website with a very pleasing design.

• Trale

  Something is very soothing about this website. Good design and usability at it’s best!

• Web Designer Wall

  Amazing eye for detail and colour. A must see!

• Portfolio

  Boring? Perfect? Either way it’s drop dead gorgeus.

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  Matter/Anti-Matter

• The world's first crowdsourced creative agency

  Tim Leberecht

  2 Nov 2009 | 9:52 pm

  Three advertising veterans launch Victor & Spoils, which will address "perceived crowdsourcing flaws...through world-class creative direction." We'll soon see how.

• Forrester: Adaptive branding and the new four P's of marketing

  Tim Leberecht

  2 Nov 2009 | 12:22 pm

  Forrester is about to release a new report on "Adaptive Brand Marketing," in which it proposes the new 4 P's of Marketing: permission, proximity, perception, and participation.

• California artist rebuilds world economy with antimatter

  Tim Leberecht

  28 Oct 2009 | 8:52 pm

  The overlap with the title of the blog I write for CNET, Matter/Antimatter, is completely coincidental.

• Lessons for Nook from Zune

  Adam Richardson

  27 Oct 2009 | 9:25 pm

  Microsoft's Zune mp3 player may offer some lessons for Barnes & Noble's new Nook e-reader about how to make headway against a market leader.

• Social media count shows how active the social web is

  Tim Leberecht

  26 Oct 2009 | 11:34 pm

  Gary Hayes little flash application shows how active the social web is. Hayes built the application based on data he pulled from a range of social media sources, which he compiled at the end of September 2009.

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  O Danny Boy

• Designing for Interaction 2

  Dan

  14 Oct 2009 | 10:19 am

  I realized I neglected to post here that the second edition of my book Designing for Interaction came out in August! It's available now from Amazon and other fine booksellers. Some excerpts you might enjoy:Table of Contents and Chapter 1: What is Interaction Design? (2.6mb pdf)Chapter 4: Design Research (on the New Riders site) Chapter 6: Ideation and Design Principles (on Johnny Holland) New chapter! Other new chapters include Design Strategy (Chapter 3); Design Research Analysis (Chapter 5); and Prototyping and Development (Chapter 8). Most of the rest of the book has been substantially…

• Blog All Dogeared Pages: Richard Ford's The Sportswriter

  Dan

  13 Oct 2009 | 10:45 pm

  Quotes from The Sportswriter by Richard Ford. Highly recommended (as are the sequels). For your life to be worth anything you must sooner or later face the possibility of terrible, searing regret. Though you must also manage to avoid it or your life will be ruined. (p. 4) Sometimes we do not really become adults until we suffer a good whacking loss, and our lives in a sense catch up with is and wash over us in a wave and everything goes. (p. 9) There are no transcendent themes in life. In all cases things are here and they're over, and that has to be enough. (p. 16) All we really want is to…

• One Two Punch from Kicker

  Dan

  18 Apr 2009 | 6:44 pm

  I'm really proud of Kicker Studio lately. In the last month, we've unveiled what I consider to be two world-class, category-altering designs. The first was the Canesta Gestural Entertainment Center. It's a way of controlling your TV without a remote, using only a small set of waves and circular gestures. It was covered in CrunchGear, Boing Boing Gadgets, Core77, and NewTeeVee. The second project was a touchscreen VoIP conference phone for small businesses, the Kicker Conference Phone. We set out to fix a known problem (conference phones suck) and ended up with something really special, I…

• A Fool and a Liar

  Dan

  29 Mar 2009 | 8:43 pm

  There's no such thing as an interaction designer either. Not as a profession. Anyone who claims to specialize in [interaction design or information architecture] is a fool or a liar. The fools are fooling themselves into thinking that one aspect of their work is somehow paramount. And the liars seek to align themselves with a tribe that will convey upon them status and power.Jesse James Garrett, The Memphis Plenary given at the 2009 IA Summit Let me preface this response by saying that Jesse is a friend and colleague of mine, and I hope he wasn't trying to personally insult anyone, even…

• 40 Things I Want to Do Before I'm 40

  Dan

  16 Feb 2009 | 2:39 am

  I turn 39 today, and by next year, my 40th year, likely my life will be about half over. This isn't a bad thing; I have very few regrets about how I've spent my one precious existance. But there is still a lot to do. I don't fear dying, just not having lived enough. So here's my list of things I want to accomplish in the next 365 days: Spend an evening in a fancy restaurant with friends. Travel to a country I've never visited, preferably in South America or Africa (the only continents I haven't visited). Go on a long (multi-day) hike. Make a really cool piece of interactive art. Play a…

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  Orange Cone

• The Fuzzy Boundary: Four products that are also services

  3 Nov 2009 | 1:51 pm

  (Photo CC Attribution-Share Alike 2.0 by Marshall Astor) Once again I had the honor of being invited to speak to Kimiko Ryokai's Theory and Practice of Tangible User Interfaces class at UC Berkeley today. I used the opportunity to prepare a talk on a topic I've been thinking about for a while: the relationship between products and services in a ubicomp environment. For this presentation, I set out some of my ideas and presented a set of examples of device/service relationships that show some of the variation in the possibilities. The talk is available as an 844K PDF.

• Read-Write Material Culture (Sketching 09 presentation)

  24 Jul 2009 | 4:15 pm

  I expanded on my LIFT France presentation at this years' Sketching in Hardware gathering. The two presentations are quite similar. My core point is that the fundamental nature of making things changes as the cost of moving atoms goes up and technologies for exactly reproducing physical objects using computer-controlled tools moves into more media. Here are some key points: If you look at [Thomas Chippendale's] Director, it’s full of variations. Chippendale expected that each piece was made individually. By showing all of these variations, he’s essentially saying “I am defining a design…

• Fast processors, open standards, social research and Sketching in Hardware

  6 Jul 2009 | 8:12 pm

  A journalist acquaintance asked me about the relationship between journalism and product development in the context of Sketching in Hardware. I wrote him an email that (somewhat densely) summarized much of my current thinking about the relationship between cheap hardware, open standards, vernacular technology creation, social research and Sketching in Hardware (whew!). It probably makes no sense out of context, but I liked it enough that I thought documenting it on the blog would be worthwhile. Here it is: Cheap, fast computation and increasingly open standardized interfaces encourage…

• When bits meet atoms: Making things in a Read-Write World (LIFT09)

  28 Jun 2009 | 10:24 pm

  A couple of weeks ago Liz and I had the pleasure of speaking at LIFT+Fing France, a great conference about technology, design, society and the future. The lineup was fantastic and both the in-band and out-of-band conversations were great. I would not have predicted ahead of time that I'd end up discussing crowdsourcing techno-anarchist eco revolutions, but there we were and it wasn't even that many glasses of pastis in. ;-) My short talk focused on how Lawrence Lessig's concept of read-write culture applies to the computer-driven making of physical things, rather than just media, and how this…

• When atoms meet bits (LIFT 09 talk summary)

  15 Jun 2009 | 2:40 pm

  I'm going to be speaking at LIFT France 09 later this week. The talk is an intro to presentations by Alexandra Deschamps-Sonsino of tinker.it and Michael Shiloh. I'll post the actual talk when it's done. Here's the summary: According to Lawrence Lessig, the 20th century is a brief period of Read-Only culture in a world that in the past has been Read-Write. He draws his examples from media, but the same ideas apply to other products. The definitions of "producer" and "consumer" change when information is cheaper to move than objects. Thus production becomes less centralized as knowledge is…

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  PSFK

• (Pics) Good Ideas In Pure Living, Tokyo

  We will be publishing video from the Good Ideas Salon and also one-one-one interviews with the panelists throughout next week. In the meantime, here's a selection of the images from the first talk by Marc Alt, Mark Dytham and Peter Rojas; the second talk with Rie Azuma, Danny Choo and Hiromi Matsubara; plus the talk between Piers Fawkes and Francois Bancon of Nissan.

• Plant-Based Air Purification For Your Home

  Andrea Air is a new air purifier designed by Mathieu Lehanneur engineered to improve air quality by using the filtration of natural plants.

• Vivienne Westwood Designs Wallpaper

  Vivienne Westwood has decided to branch out into the world of interior design, teaming up with wallpaper titans Cole & Son to produce a collection inspired by some of her most signature designs.

• Nike Uses Cinematic Narrative to Launch M6

  In an excellent example of brand narrative, the release of the M6 line from Nike/Jordan is accompanied by the launch of an interactive site full of behind-the-scenes storytelling content as told by the shoe's designers.

• Volkswagen: Influencing Our Actions Through Fun

  Volkswagen believes that injecting a healthy dose of fun into the often mundane tasks in our daily lives, such as choosing the stairs or remembering to recycle, is the best method for positive influencing our behaviors.

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  The Serif

• The first Fleuron book

  Jim

  21 Oct 2009 | 2:16 pm

  The first Fleuron book is Democracy.

• SPVZ

  Jim

  24 Sep 2009 | 1:17 pm

  SPVZ have a collection of nice work, check them out.

• Information is beautiful

  Jim

  24 Sep 2009 | 1:10 pm

  Information is beautiful, enough said.

• Dongjoo Seo

  Jim

  24 Sep 2009 | 1:01 pm

  I love these very graphic prints from Dongjoo Seo

• Make

  Jim

  24 Sep 2009 | 12:51 pm

  Some beautiful work from Make.

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  The Dieline

• The Dieline Awards: Worldwide Package Design Competition

  Andrew Gibbs

  30 Nov 2009 | 8:15 pm

• Burgopak

  Andrew Gibbs

  5 Nov 2009 | 8:01 pm

  Burgopak has been awarded Design Company of the Year at the prestigious 2009 UK Packaging Awards. Competing against leading companies in the packaging and design sector, the prize was awarded by a panel of top independent judges.  Burgopak has been expanding and developing their design services, working with a variety of leading brands to present and differentiate their products in ways that are efficient, cost-effective and, above all, creative. Burgopak’s innovative packaging solutions utilise a wide range of patented sliding mechanisms and bespoke structural designs.  Design &…

• Veev

  Andrew Gibbs

  5 Nov 2009 | 7:56 pm

  "VeeV is the World’s First Acai Spirit. Its goal is to change the way consumers think about cocktails and in the end, the way cocktails are ultimately consumed. Acai, the exotic Brazilian berry taking the world by storm, is said to be one of the healthiest fruits on the planet. VeeV is a wheat based spirit infused with Acai that includes the flavors of prickly pear and acerola cherry."

• Ecolean Packaging

  Andrew Gibbs

  5 Nov 2009 | 9:00 am

  Ecolean is a new packaging alternative dubbed as "A Lighter Approach to Packaging". "Lightweight packaging is our answer to the demands of the liquid food industry and consumers asking for modern and clever packages. By using a minimal amount of raw material we create a lightweight package which combines low environmental impact with consumer convenience. Saving resources is saving the environment. That is why lightweight packaging has become a heavyweight argument.The unique, pitcher-looking design has a generous face for consumer communication. It has a perfect surface for really…

• Packaging For Snails, Made From Snail Poop.

  Andrew Gibbs

  5 Nov 2009 | 8:00 am

    Yes, you read that right. This packaging was made out of dyed snail excrements, and it is designed to hold cooked snails. Thats a little strange right? Here is what product designer Manuel Jouvin has to say about it:"During my researches, I pointed out that colored paper has an influence on color snail excrements. In partnership with Sylvie Pierru, a snailfarmer in Picardie (France), we created packagings made of snail excrements and destinated to cooked snails. They are envisaged in the molding cellulose process by replacing recyclable paper by snail dejections."More images of this, um,…

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  trendwatching.com

• October 2009 | NOWISM

  12 Oct 2009 | 6:01 pm

  As the future is uncertain, and the past is, well, the past, instant-gratification seeking consumers are embracing anything that is 'real-time' with more passion than ever before. And despite this trend's seemingly ephemeral character, it is rich in solid, applicable trend examples... Read NOWISM »

• September 2009 | TRANSPARENCY TRIUMPH

  30 Aug 2009 | 6:01 pm

  Think 'transparency' is an established, maturing theme? You ain’t seen nothing yet. Here’s a fresh look at the latest and greatest in the transparency arena, where savvy consumers (as well as on-trend brands) can score triumph after triumph. Read TRANSPARENCY TRIUMPH »

• August 2009 | Catching-up is the new looking ahead

  14 Jul 2009 | 6:01 pm

  Instead of ambushing you with yet another Big New Trend this month, we decided to make life (somewhat) easier for all of us, and send you an overview of the trends we have so far highlighted in 2009. From ECO-TRANSIENT to LESS & LONGING. Please study the theory, scan the many examples, and get ready for a no doubt turbulent remainder of 2009... Read Catching-up is the new looking ahead »

• June 2009 | FOREVERISM

  11 Jun 2009 | 6:01 pm

  Get ready for 'FOREVERISM': consumers increasingly embrace lifestyles, relationships and products that are 'never done'. It’s a fluid ‘trend’, guaranteed to spawn new ideas. Read FOREVERISM »

• May 2009 | INNOVATION JUBILATION

  3 May 2009 | 6:01 pm

  There will never be a shortage of smart new ventures, goods and services that deliver on consumers’ wants and needs. Just take a look at the dozens of recent innovations we’ve rounded up, courtesy of our sister-site Springwise. Screw the recession! ;-) Read INNOVATION JUBILATION »

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  visualcomplexity.com

• SourceMap

  SourceMap is a outstanding venture sponsored by different groups within the MIT. As they state on the site: "When you invite people to an event, buy the ingredients for a recipe, or design the parts of a product, your choices have a significant impact. Some things have vast supply chains that stretch across the world while others are completely regional. Understanding the reach of our sourcing is fundamental to improving economic, social and environmental conditions."Sourcemap is a tool for producers, business owners and consumers to understand the impact of supply chains. The site is a…

• Mo Money Mo Problems

  The images shown here were generated by evaluating and interpreting the 1997 music video "Mo Money Mo Problems" from the first disc of the Notorious B.I.G. album, Life After Death. The algorithm detects edges in the image and attempts to trace motion from frame to frame, using the initial frame as their starting point. The output is rendered as a vector image, the curves represent the motion. The points represent the pixels detected in the edge, their size determined by the distance from their previous location, the further, the larger the circle. The color and location of the points are…

• del.icio.us visualization

  In a paper entitled "Visualizing Social Bookmarks", Joris Klerkx and Erik Duval describe how it's often hard in most social bookmarking tools to discover implicit structures between tags, users and bookmarks. This is mostly due to the flat nature of tags, and an intrinsic trait of folksonomy in opposition to traditional hierarchical structures.In an effort to solve this problem, the authors designed a system that "attempts to visualize these structures, so that end users can explore the social bookmarks in a playful, efficient and flexible way." In this work, a cluster map visualization…

• Visualization of Vessel Movements

  On September 18th, 2009, New Scientist posted some striking images from the Eurographics Symposium, held in Berlin, which brought together researchers across the globe with new ideas on mapping a diversity of phenomena, from the dive profile of penguins to signature recognition systems.The one that caught my attention was the visualization of vessel movements, by Niels Willems, Huub van de Wetering, and Jarke J. van Wijk. "The sea seems an open playground, but regulations hold, and furthermore, safety (collision prevention) and security (thread prevention) need to be ensured. Operators…

• OneDotZero Identity

  OneDotZero is an international moving image festival, showcasing a variety of work from innovators across the globe. For this year's festival in London, September 9-13, Wieden+Kennedy UK, together with generative artist Karsten Schmidt, were responsible for all the identity and branding efforts. For this purpose, Schmidt authored a generative engine for producing a series of randomized visual systems, which were recorded for use in the trailer and festival posters. The results were astounding.From the OneDotZero website: "The heart of onedotzero's festival ethos of 'convergence and…

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• Beloved

  VLU | Max

  6 Nov 2009 | 11:12 pm

    Great shirts and custom bikes from Portland based Beloved Cycles. Top notch craft coming out of PDX.  

• Yuichi Yokoyama's "Baby Boom"

  VLU | Tokyo | Ian

  6 Nov 2009 | 9:05 pm

  I have a few copies of Yokoyama Yuichi's latest book, Baby Boom left for interested parties. 160 pages of two- and three-color overprinted marker drawing madness. The book is primarily wordless (katakana onomatopoeia sound effects included, however) and an excellent introduction to the work of Japan's leading contemporary avant garde manga artist. Yokoyama's work has been translated into English and published by PictureBox in the U.S. to great acclaim. $35 postpaid (shipping included worldwide) for those that might be interested. Hit me up at ian(at)ianlynam.com if you are interested- that's…

• Beaty, Nate Beaty

  VLU | Tokyo | Ian

  5 Nov 2009 | 11:41 pm

  The man, the myth, the new website.

• Natural Disasters

  VLU | Tokyo | Ian

  5 Nov 2009 | 10:44 am

  This is the best book I have read all year. Period. Full stop. A compilation of zines by Al Burian. I wholeheartedly recommend it. Al is one of the most talented writers of my generation. If I didn't mean that, then I wouldn't have busted my ass publishing some of his work myself years ago and illicitly carted thousands of the damn things out the back door of Kinko's. Get on it. A perfect alternative to the artsy BS masquerading as "zines" in this day and age.

• Walla!

  VLU | Tokyo | Ian

  4 Nov 2009 | 8:47 pm

    New project by Emily Mast at Performa in NYC next week.

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  wrongdistance.com

• Hector Zamora

  wrongdistance

  4 Nov 2009 | 9:45 am

  Hector Zamora stuffs two buildings in bogota with bananas… found @ Center for Aesthetic Revolution Zamora has been on a tear as of late… Included below is his recent blimp from the venice bienalle as well as another favorite from last year. be sure to check out his  site.

• Wilhelm Sasnal

  wrongdistance

  4 Nov 2009 | 7:45 am

  Shoah Link via chmkoome

• Claire Brassil

  wrongdistance

  1 Nov 2009 | 7:44 pm

  Link

• Vampire Squid

  wrongdistance

  1 Nov 2009 | 7:35 pm

  unknown artist from business insider.  nice.

• Donna Chung

  wrongdistance

  1 Nov 2009 | 6:51 pm

  link (via something home something)

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• PDMA09: Innovationstransformation hos Whirlpool

  Morten Hejlesen

  4 Nov 2009 | 3:33 pm

  I 1999 befandt verdens største producent af hårde hvidevarer, Whirlpool, sig i et oprørt hav af benhård konkurrence. Nærmere bestemt i et hav konkurrenter, der også producerede kedelige produkter i samme kedelige hvide farve solgt i samme kedelige butikker. Nu er der andre boller på suppen - og opskriften stod på innovation. læs mere

• PDMA09: Utilfredse kunder har altid ret til innovation

  Morten Hejlesen

  4 Nov 2009 | 11:32 am

  Efter en periode med 20-30 % årlig vækst og bragende succes var The North Face mætte. Der havde bredt sig en fornemmelse af, at virksomheden blot kunne læne sig tilbage og hvile på laurbærrene. Væksten forduftede lige så hurtigt, men nu er outdoor virksomheden tilbage på sporet efter en innovationsindsprøjtning. læs mere

• PDMA09: Brug bolden og find monopolet

  Morten Hejlesen

  4 Nov 2009 | 11:30 am

  Find en niche, sæt fuld kraft på innovationsmaskinen og skab et monopol. Det er den simple formel, som Major League Baseball har fundet. Med tæt kontakt til kundernes behov udvikles kontinuerligt nye tjenester, der skaber massive konkurrencefordele for den kerneamerikanske virksomhed. Major League Baseball driver en internetportal for over 30 baseballhold i USA. Herunder sørger MLB for nyhedstjenester, de enkelte holds individuelle klubsider, håndtering af billetsalg, salg af merchandise, online spil og udvikling af mobiltjenester. Siderne har over 100 millioner…

• PDMA09: Åben innovation med Honda

  Morten Hejlesen

  4 Nov 2009 | 11:27 am

  For hver eneste krone, der omsættes hos Honda, investeres 6 % i forskning, udvikling og innovation. Hondas forretningsområder strækker sig fra biler over motorer til solceller og humanoide robotter. Med en omsætning på over 100 milliarder USD skulle man tro, at Honda kunne klare al udvikling på egen hånd. Men fornemmelsen var for fem år siden, at udviklingen efterhånden gik for langsomt, og samtidig var der stigende bevidsthed om, at der fandtes fantastiske kompetencer uden for Honda. Derfor er der nu sat fokus på åben…

• PDMA09: På vej mod nye jagtmarker

  Morten Hejlesen

  3 Nov 2009 | 6:51 pm

  Nye forretningsmuligheder opstår ikke tilfældigt. De identificeres gennem systematisk søgen og målrettede processer, hvor løse indfald og fornemmelse for svage signaler omdannes til solide forretningsmuligheder. Tag med Corning Inc på en opdagelsesrejse ud i nye muligheder. læs mere

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  the johnson banks thought for the week

• From the archive: the ‘still a good idea’ sale

  4 Nov 2009 | 7:31 am

  For some reason, in early 2004 we skipped the whole Christmas card thing and sent everyone a ‘still a good idea’ sale catalogue. A really weird idea, with re-photographed, unused ideas.We found a copy in a plan chest yesterday. Some of the thoughts are still quite strange. Such as this imagery about polluted cities (starting with London). Or this idea about making more of local heritage.Or this thought that the ‘serving suggestion’ often featured on packs could indeed be the brand itself.Or (in a similar vein) perhaps you could brand everything the size it actually…

• Another old-tech week

  30 Oct 2009 | 9:06 am

  Another semi-random purchase on ebay, this time ‘10 kilos of mixed type - usable’, plus some rather dinky little type boxes donated very kindly ‘if we picked them up’. Some of it arrived slightly, er, jumbled. Cue sorting.But worth a bit of manual labour because we’ve been desperate to get our miniature Adana press (purchased in the summer) up-and-running. Quite tough hand sorting eight-point metal type. Only for those with tiny fingers. Here’s a bit of old-school composition. There’s that messy ink stuff again. And a bit of hand printing on the…

• She’s a graphic designer?

  27 Oct 2009 | 4:05 am

  For decades now, from Jimmy Page to Franz Ferdinand, it’s been de rigeur for musicians to train at art school before finding fame in music. But it’s still remarkably rare for anyone to write any actual songs about their experiences in art before crossing over. Presumably all that sex, drugs and rock ’n’ roll puts their memories of dodgy Letraset and hand tracing alphabets out of type books into slightly geeky perspective. We were reminded last week by Coudal Partners that in our spare time we’ve been collecting references to design in rock music. It’s not a…

• Double take?

  23 Oct 2009 | 6:20 am

  Most graphic designers learn their trade by studying (at least at first) their favourite designers. Sometimes this results in ideas which are reminiscent to those that have gone before. It happens.Sometimes design trends lead to uncanny similarities - only recently this new identity was released in India... ...which looks pretty similar to this... ...which itself looks pretty similar to this Brand Union Vodafone project from 2007/8. And with a few more slides we could link the style back even further. Nice trend though.Sometimes similarities happy by accident - we once designed this symbol…

• johnson banks in Eye

  21 Oct 2009 | 4:11 am

  Just a quick note to say that some of our Japanese projects are featured in the recent edition of Eye Magazine, leaning towards the ideas that combine English and Japanese words and images together in one. It includes projects such as the Sendai Observatory project, our typography for the UK Japan logo and the recent Matsuri Japan work. The article transcript can be found here. 

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• 5 video paling popular di Ideabuzz.net

  Syed Syahrul Zarizi

  17 Oct 2009 | 10:27 pm

  Ideabuzz.net ialah web TV yang memberi fokus kepada budaya keusahawanan dan web. kandungannya meliputi tutorial, ulasan dan liputan acara. Ia baru sahaja dilancarkan beberapa bulan dahulu. Berikut ialah 5 video paling pupular di ideabuzz.net. 1. Wolfram | Alpha 2. Mengemaskini blog dan laman web sosial dengan mudah dan pantas. 3. Magento 4. Membaca beberapa laman web serentak dengan cepat dan mudah 5. PIKOM PC Fair, Johor Bahru Similar Posts: 8 laman web yang menawarkan E-kad Hari Raya Aidilfitri. Nuraina A. Samad. Penulis. You Call the Shots oleh Cameron Johnson. FPX. Pilihan…

• Remi Juliebø. Designer & Illustrator

  Syed Syahrul Zarizi

  6 Oct 2009 | 8:27 pm

  Remi Juliebø is a designer and illustrator from Norway. With a His artworks are heavily influenced by American rock posters and skateboarding culture. Hope to see more great stuff from his in the future. Thank you to Mr. Juliebø for lending me some of his time and all the best for future endevour. Q.Do you have any formal training and art and design? A. Yeah, I went to art-school and also had some time learning from a local art-painter (Roy A. Dahl). Also I had three years of Graphic Design at the Westerdals School of Communication in Oslo, Norway. But I’ve always had the need to…

• Event calender October – December 2009

  Syed Syahrul Zarizi

  28 Sep 2009 | 10:04 pm

  Here is a quick glance on what is happening around the world in the design scene. Singapore Design Festival 2009 The theme for this year’s Singapore Design Festival 2009 is “Design 2050: Possibilities for Tomorrow” - which looks to inspire everyone to consider and examine scenarios of how life can be different in the future by design. Date : 20th - 30th Nov 2009 Here for more. Pipit 3rd Anniversary Pipit 3rd Anniversary , the independent artist & designer gathering is back , we are going to have creative handmade market this year that exclusive for…

• Rodolfo Biglie. Illustrator and graphic designer.

  Syed Syahrul Zarizi

  12 Sep 2009 | 4:03 pm

  In our ongoing series of interviews with inspirational people from round the world, today I would like to introduce Mr.Rodolfo Biglie, an illustrator, graphic and web designer from Argentina but currently living in Prague, The Czech Republic. Highly talented and imaginative, his works are oozing with freshness and professionalism. Thank you to Mr. Biglie for answering my questions. Q. Where do you get your inspiration from? A. I get it from thinking about how “normal” things can be different… From books,regardless if they’re novels or about science… From movies, Hollywood…

• F-Code. Graffiti and stencil artist.

  Syed Syahrul Zarizi

  8 Sep 2009 | 10:57 am

  Seni grafiti dan stensil selalunya membawa mesej sosial yang tajam dan sinis. Ia disampaikan dengan imej atau tulisan yang mudah difahami. Bagi penggiat seni stensil tempatan, Rat, seni stensil mampu membuat mereka yang melihatnya “marah, dicarut oleh seni itu di depan muka tapi wujud “ilusi” seolah tiada apa yang mereka boleh lakukan utuk “mencarut” semula. Atau orang akan rasa suka melihatnya, mungkin secara mudahnya mereka suka sebab ia mungkin cantik atau mereka bersetuju dengan idea dalam seni itu.” Untuk memahami dengan lebih lanjut salah satu cabang seni jalanan…

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• Farofanation – socially concious T-Shirts from Rio

  karl

  2 Nov 2009 | 9:52 am

  Enjoying these socially conscious T-Shirts from Farofa Nation in Brazil with 10% of the proceeds going to TASK Brazil, an organization that helps street children. Check out the Farofa Nation website as well, it’s a very cool design. Advertisement: Busted Tees: Funniest T-Shirts AnywhereMore Cowbell, Jesus Hates the Yankees, Great Gifts!

• Necrophiliac T-Shirt – via PeopleOfWalmart.com

  karl

  1 Nov 2009 | 1:50 pm

  In the words of Ellie Arroway in the movie Contact “No – no words. No words to describe it. Poetry! They should’ve sent a poet.” Kind of feel that way about the whole PeopleOfWalmart.com site K-) Advertisement: Wholesale Screen Printingwith online design tool. Free shipping ,set-up and art.

• Art In The Age of Mechanical Reproduction Moving Into Alcohol

  karl

  30 Oct 2009 | 10:47 am

  I’ve always liked Art In The Age of Mechanical Reproduction clothing and just recently heard that they’ve come out with a new organic alcoholic beverage based on Root Tea (the alcoholic precurser to root beer). I think it’s a genius idea. They also have awesome T-Shirts

• The Muni Fail Whale

  karl

  29 Sep 2009 | 1:33 pm

  A lovely idea from local San Francisco blog The N-Judah Chronicles, the Muni Fail Whale, an homage to that icon of unreliability the Twitter Fail Whale.

• 5733 Clearance Sale In Oakland this weekend!

  karl

  8 Sep 2009 | 3:03 pm

  I’m planning on going to this, 5733 have great hoodies and t-shirts, worth checking out. Fiftyseven-Thirtythree is having our semi annual warehouse sale this Saturday & Sunday, Sept. 12th & 13th, 11am – 4pm. Bring your skinny wallet by our warehouse and receive 30-70% off selected hand printed tees, appliquéd hoodies, and dresses. Get some original “made in the city of Oakland” gear before summer is over! We are located at 5733 San Leandro St. #4 Oakland, CA 94621. For more info go to www.fiftyseven-thirtythree.com or call 510 207 0088.

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• Extra Normal Wall Clock

  Duann

  5 Nov 2009 | 2:18 pm

  Simple Tweak on Time At first glance, an elegant, minimal wall clock. But things are not so simple. A subtle effect is taking place, the Extra Normal Wall Clock features a die-cut opening that revolves around the center, revealing numbers that signify the hours. As it turns, the “hand” reveals a portion of the number marking each hour. Design by Ross McBride AKA Normal. Ross McBride was born in the Northeastern United States in 1962. He earned his bachelor’s degree in graphic design from the California Institute of the Arts, and upon graduation in 1985, promptly moved to…

• Design Droplets Results of $1000+ Prize Giveaway

  Duann

  5 Nov 2009 | 4:21 am

  Congratulations Martin Gibson who won a 12 Month Prime subscription from Ponoko Design Droplets is an online Industrial Design Magazine that is focused on the Australasian Design community. Their aim is to publish articles that are informative, take a critical look at design and help you grow as a designer. Through a range of content including reviews, interviews, critical writing and industry news we peel back the layers of fluff that surround design. Whether you are a student, a professional or just a design enthusiast, we hope you find Design Droplets a great read to get some tips from…

• Ponoko as Poetic Muse

  Kristen Turner

  4 Nov 2009 | 8:57 pm

  in rhyme and riddle—our latest user story Ponoko is honored to be the subject of a recent piece by bard of the internet, the Web Laureate. Visit web-poet.com for more poetic compositions on life with cyberspace. [ Ponoko ] interlock the entire network of joints, stretched and strained and withstood being terribly jolted. constructed of felt and bamboo, disappoints, it so does not – — int’net composed, in manner of web digital || // making made many || more mirthful // with pieces online in design interlocking real – virtual

• MODULARI Screens by RAZORTOOTHDESIGN

  Duann

  4 Nov 2009 | 7:02 pm

  Modular and Expandable Screen System MODULARI is a wide array of lacy cascading panels that can be used as room dividers, curtains, or anywhere you need a bit of a screen. Kiril Kirov of RazortoothDesign created a system of interlocking tiles that form expandable screens. A box of 18 Modulari Architect tiles makes a 31-by-62-inch partition that can be hung from the wall or the ceiling. The swirl, leaf and drop motifs are available in white, peach, avocado and black. MODULARI screens are made from EVA; Ethyl Vinyl Acetate mixed with a Calcium Carbonate filler. This material is widely used in…

• Blogger At Large: Crashing with Strangers

  Kristen Turner

  4 Nov 2009 | 3:11 pm

  two internet communities that are democratizing the travel industry Maker fairs, design conferences, trade shows… Whether for business or leisure, travel is an essential part of many people’s lives. And like most other essentials of modern life, it is dominated by big industry. Often the greatest expense when it comes to traveling is the accommodation. Even if you have the money for that plane/train/bus ticket, the cost of a hotel can make a trip simply unfeasible. This fall, I had the opportunity to see a huge chunk of the American West. I recently returned from an epic seven-week…

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• The Taxi Scenario

  Eric Karjaluoto

  2 Nov 2009 | 11:15 am

  I’ve uncovered a secret about working in design. At first glance, it may seem like another in a long line of posts moaning about clients. It is not. This is a simple observation, and I believe that it can change how you work—for the better. Designers and clients Talk with a designer for long enough, and the [...]

• The Wave

  Eric Karjaluoto

  19 Oct 2009 | 1:46 pm

  You’ve got a problem. Maybe I’m wrong—perhaps you’re perfect. Could be, your company is doing brisk business and you hardly even have to think about marketing. If that’s the case, don’t read any further. No, really, I mean it. Stop reading right now. It’s beautiful outside—might as well go for an espresso instead. 1-900-PSYCHIC-KARJ Hmmm… You’re still [...]

• Random Observations – Part 8

  Eric Karjaluoto

  21 Sep 2009 | 8:14 am

  Sorry for the lack of posts as of late. As we work to complete Speak Human, I find myself wrestling with footnotes, nitpicking over commas, and obsessing over every last detail. As a result, I’ve been a bad blogger. (Still, I think this is preferable to a bad bladder.) In the meanwhile, here are some [...]

• Words is broken

  Eric Karjaluoto

  4 Sep 2009 | 2:38 pm

  Dat’s rite. We’z all myxed-ups and I’s nots tawkin bouts the tweensz textn. Nope, there’s something increasingly problematic with the language we employ in marketing. If we don’t make some changes soon, no one will listen to any of our messages. Wearing-out red pens Over the past year, I’ve been working on a book called Speak Human: [...]

• The most important question in branding

  Eric Karjaluoto

  25 Aug 2009 | 11:20 am

  Branding is a funny subject—particularly for small companies. Although it’s commonly discussed, it’s still so vague that most are confused by what exactly it means. I’ll even go a step further: I think that most branding efforts are flawed from the outset because people are simply not asking the most important question. The varying levels of [...]

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• A Clever Idea

  Topsy Turvy

  2 Nov 2009 | 5:00 am

  Click image for a larger view.Interior design is not a science - that is something I've come to learn after reading designer interviews and articles, and learning how designers actually carry out their projects. That is a bit of a relief for me. Do you ever have the impression, like I do, that the best designers know right away exactly what they are going to do with a space and exactly how it will be executed? And they never make mistakes? How intimidating! But I think even the best sometimes have to improvise, and often come up with great ideas in the process.In Garrow Kedigian's Upper East…

• Autumn Home Tour

  Topsy Turvy

  22 Oct 2009 | 6:36 am

  We're having such perfect weather lately, it's a great time for strolling through some pretty neighborhoods and getting a peak inside some beautiful homes.The Autumn Home Tour is presented by Interior Spaces, Inc., a South Tampa design firm most well-known for their gorgeous kitchen renovations and gardens and outdoor spaces.Sunday, Nov. 8, 2-5 pm, $10. Tickets can be purchased at any of the six homes on the tour.Proceeds benefit The Humane Society of Tampa Bay. For more info, call 813-251-8862, or visit Interior Spaces, Inc.Click on map to enlarge.

• More Than Just Pretty

  Topsy Turvy

  12 Oct 2009 | 9:00 am

  Have you ever noticed that some people become more and more attractive, the more you get to know them?And doesn't that hold true for fashion, as well as interiors?I know that the clothes I wear most often are those that are simple and refined, but make me feel and look good. As well, interiors that slowly reveal themselves – through details, subtle interplays of textures and finishes, and a sophisticated color palette – will be much easier to live with in the long run than the flashy, trendy and uninspired.Getting to know Suzanne Kasler through her new book has been a similar experience.

• My Tile Makeover

  Topsy Turvy

  26 Sep 2009 | 3:00 pm

  Does your list of household projects, like mine, seem to keep getting longer, instead of shorter? If you have an old house, it probably does. There are always the "needs" and the "wants" – and, of course the "needs" usually win out. The "need" this time was a new roof. Yikes. That's a big one, especially when the roof is clay tile. But we managed to include a "want" at the same time, which helped offset the pain and gave me something to get excited about. And one more thing to check off the list.I've been wanting to tile the entry porch for years. And, when we added two back porches a…

• Absinthe vs Chartreuse

  Topsy Turvy

  25 Sep 2009 | 12:00 pm

  Did you know that absinthe is no longer just a drink? Yes, it is now a color. According to the October issue of Traditional Home magazine, absinthe is the new chartreuse.I agree that absinthe is quite a terrific word (it is of French origin), but there exist those dark connotations and connections – to the seamy, forbidden (and now romanticized) world of struggling artists and ladies of the evening in the decadent days of Paris in La Belle Epoque. Apparently, enough years have gone by to give the spirits an air of legitimacy and yes, chic – and absinthe has now been welcomed into the…

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• Web Design Tuts Is For Sale

  Brian

  4 Nov 2009 | 7:03 pm

  That’s right, I’m selling Web Design Tuts. After being unable to successfully manage the site, I have created an auction over at Flippa. Click here to view auction. I want to pass WDT onto a new owner who will be able to take advantage of this amazing site, with superb content, wonderful followers, and limitless potential. Please check out the auction if you are interested. If you have more questions or comments, please don’t hesitate to comment below or email me at brian[at]webdesigntuts.com. Thank you everyone for your support thus far and I know that Web Design Tuts will…

• The Ultimate WordPress Guide For The Absolute Beginner Part 1

  Brian

  18 Jan 2009 | 10:01 pm

  I personally recommend WordPress to every client I work with or any person who asks me how to get started in the online world. Why? Because I trust WordPress. Wordpress is easy to use, easy to learn, and easy to maintain. The problem comes when people simply haven’t been immersed into the online world long enough to learn how to use this powerful tool to their advantage. I am bombarded with questions about ‘how to do this’ and ‘how to do that.’ Unfortunately, there has never been a resource I could point to that would be the ultimate learning center for an…

• And THIS Is Why You Don’t Steal Online Content

  Brian

  16 Jan 2009 | 3:39 pm

  Update: The site that was stealing content has removed their post, although I did not get any sort of reply email. And to the people that were emailing me from Web Design Tuts with those dirty messages – it was other people stealing WDT content, not the other way around Second Update: The site owner has kindly emailed me and apologized for what happened. The article was removed and no harm was done. I will keep this post up as a way to help deter future content thieves. Look everyone, if you’re going to take content, at least don’t steal someone’s bandwidth, and it…

• Launching Web Design Tuts

  Brian

  5 Jan 2009 | 3:00 pm

  Well I knew it couldn’t stay a secret forever. Today, after writing a 6 hour, 2,000 word Photoshop tutorial, I went ahead and did an early-open for Web Design Tuts. I rolled out a couple of Twitter updates to get a few people’s reactions to the site. Some loved it. Some hated it. @BuildInternet was the first to actually look up Web Design Tuts on Who Is and noticed that the nameservers were pointed to Elite By Design. And the secret was out! So yes, I am launching Web Design Tuts as a companion site to Elite By Design. I’ve written some posts in the past here on EBD about…

• Artist Allure: A Vitaly S Alexius Showcase

  Angie Bowen

  12 Dec 2008 | 4:00 am

  Vitaly S Alexius is an innovative graphic artist with a style all of his own, and of his own making. Born in Novokuznetsk, located on the Tom River in south central Siberian Russia in the year of our Big Brother (1984, for all those not acquainted with the reference). With a fascination in all things celestial and a wide range of artistic backgrounds, add a dash of Photoshop enthusiasm, and Vitaly has created a unique artistic voice that shines like the stars from the heavens above. Early in his life, Vitaly grew up in the European architecture and factories that surrounded him,and he…

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• Nook - not just another ebook reader

  Thomas Baekdal

  5 Nov 2009 | 5:14 am

  As you might have heard, Barnes&Noble announced the Nook a few weeks ago. And this one stands out from the crowd. The Amazon Kindle has, so far, been the only real ebook reader in the world. Sure you got the Sony, or the Netronix, or the Hanvon, but they all lacked the one really vital element. An ebook is not a piece of hardware. It's a complete reading experience, not technology, not screen specifications, nor how much memory that it holds or how many file formats it can read. All of that is completely irrelevant. Because the best ebook is one you simply "read", everything else is a…

• How the Social Web Destroys Traditional Marketing

  Thomas Baekdal

  17 Oct 2009 | 8:56 pm

  There is a whole generation of people who need to change how they communicate with the world. Just this week, Michelin hired TBWA to create a Facebook campaign around their slogan "The right rite changes everything," in an attempt to rebrand the Michelin Man. Companies like Michelin just don't get it. That kind of thinking will get you nowhere on the social web. The world doesn't work that way anymore. We don't want to connect with a slogan. We don't follow a logo. We don't care about your message. Traditional marketing is not compatible with the social world. The social web is not just a…

• Twitter + Augmented Reality

  Thomas Baekdal

  12 Oct 2009 | 5:00 am

  Wouldn't you like to mix wild hand gestures, cute birds flying around your screen, Twitter, tweeting bird sounds, and your web camera? Well, now you can with Flyar. It's an augmented reality app (for Windows) that lets you read tweets by moving little tweety birds by using nothing but hand gestures. It is a fun little app, but I wouldn't want to read the 1,500 tweets the gets my way everyday this way. On the other hand, if I did, I would probably never need to exercise again. Watch the video to see how (via Flyar) - Read Comments

• WHY? The Yacht

  Thomas Baekdal

  11 Oct 2009 | 4:28 am

  Remember the stunningly designed yachts by Schöpfer? Today I came across another pretty amazing one. It's called the Why. It has a more conventional shape, but the shear size of this thing is unbelievable. It would be better defined as a house that just happens to float on water. It has a whooping 3,400 square meters of living space (36,000 square feet), can accommodate 12 guests (I guess each guest needs a lot of room), got a promenade deck that is 130 meters long (425 feet), and a 25 meter long swimming pool (and an even larger one outside... called ‘the entire Atlantic Ocean'). ***…

• From Sketch to Photo - Automatically

  Thomas Baekdal

  10 Oct 2009 | 5:03 am

  A number of people have pointed me towards PhotoSketch, a research/student project from Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, at National University of Singapore (now there is a mouthful). Supposedly a couple of students have figured out a way to automatically turn a sketch into a composite image, complete with amazing image extraction and other really cool stuff. All by simply by taking pictures from the internet. Just take a look at the video below. I must admit, that this sounds a bit too good to be true, but then again - you never know. The thing is though. These guys could…

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• Art Openings This Weekend (Nov 6-8)

  Neu Black

  6 Nov 2009 | 9:55 am

  Thurs, Nov. 5th 7-10PM Carmichael Gallery of Contemporary Art 1257 N. La Brea Ave in West Hollywood / 323.969.0600 “Dark Doings” featuring new works and an installation from Dan Witz (On view through Dec. 3rd) www.carmichaelgallery.com Fri, Nov. 6th 7-11PM C.A.V.E. Gallery 507 Rose Ave in Venice / 310.428.6387 “The Hinterland In My Room” featuring new works from Anthony Clarkson, Ciou, Emma Overman, Macsorro and Rudy Fig + live painting from John Park (On view through Nov. 28th) www.cavegallery.net Fri, Nov. 6th 8-11PM La Luz De Jesus Gallery 4633 Hollywood Blvd. in…

• Lonny: Lifestyle Mag Resurrected

  Toshi Jones

  6 Nov 2009 | 7:00 am

  Newly launched Lonny Magazine experienced some slight growing pains yesterday going down for a bit after, style guru, Gwyneth Paltrow gave props in her November GOOP newsletter. This fresh of the virtual presses lifestyle mag is the brainchild of veteran blogger/designer Michelle Adams and photographer Patrick Cline who’ve named it as a nod to their two fave cities, London and New York. Their fresh take on web editorial utilizes the click/drag web mag format and maintains traditional two page spreads. The two earned their periodical chops at Domino Magazine which closed in 2008. While…

• Loving Nendo

  Toshi Jones

  5 Nov 2009 | 4:34 am

  These beautiful little globes are the latest creation of the Japanese boutique firm Nendo. Blown-fabric, created for Tokyo Fiber ’09 Senseware, is made from ‘Smash’ fabric. This rip proof polyester thermoplastic lights beautifully and stretches to hold air much like a soft billowy balloon. A throwback to traditional Japanese chochin paper lanterns, Blown-fabric lanterns are constructed much like blown glass giving each object a hand crafted uniqueness. Since 2002 Nendo has produced innovative Japanese design in a range of categories. With each passing year their annual body of…

• Opportunity Green Conference 2009

  Toshi Jones

  4 Nov 2009 | 11:49 am

  Opportunity Green’s 2009 conference on sustainable business kicks off this weekend. Neu Black is proud to support Karen and Mike in this most noble of causes. We all strive to live with less negative impact. Opportunity Green gives us insight into how we might do business in this way. This years line up of speakers includes Julie Gilhart of Barney’s New York and Alexis Madrigal of Wired.com just to name of few. Take this last Opportunity to grab your tickets here.

• Illustrator Peter Stuller

  Toshi Jones

  4 Nov 2009 | 9:02 am

  We recently stumbled upon the work of Slovakian illustrator Peter Stuller. In the tradition the editorial illustration of Art Department fame, Stuller has added refreshing graphic elements to his work. While not much is known about his history Peter has introduced us to his unique approach to line drawing and pattern.

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• A Simple Golden Lettering Effect with Photoshop Layer Styles

  LaurenMarie

  23 Oct 2009 | 11:07 am

  A reader requested a tutorial on how to make the gold effect I’ve used on the Creative Curio and Extras titles. It’s a pretty simple technique, but like most things, it takes time and experimenting with different filters, layer styles, layer modes, etc. to get the right look. The gold lettering that I’ve created actually only uses layer styles. I’ll show you them below. First, you have to get your shape/text. You can see that there is a lot of variety in the width of my letters and you’ll need this when we apply some of the layer styles later on. For the fill color, I used #927847…

• New Article and Portfolio Featured

  LaurenMarie

  12 Aug 2009 | 5:06 pm

  There have been quite a few things going on for me and Creative Curio outside of this site! Check out some of the things I’ve been up to lately. Portfolio Featured! As you know, I joined Art Bistro as a contributing writer (some of the articles from CC appear on the Art Bistro site). Well today, my portfolio is featured on the homepage as well as the main Portfolios page! They hold informal contests each month and feature the designers who win. There is also a mini-interview with me (forgive the terseness of my last comment on advice to designers; I was told we had a 50 word limit for all…

• The Big Collection of Apothecary Inspiration

  LaurenMarie

  20 Jul 2009 | 6:00 pm

  Lately I’ve been so inspired by the apothecary style design work out there. I’ve collected some links and package examples to share some of my inspiration with you. I hope you find them equally enjoyable! Around the Web ‘IDo’ It Yourself found these free printable labels from Eat.Drink.Chic. The images above are just a taste of what you’ll find! Brock Ray shared his photos from the National Museum of American History. Boots Original was featured on The Dieline a while back. Finally, Beast Pieces did this lovely promo piece for Shine Advertising and shared it last month. C.O. Bigelow…

• Investigating Good Design: Del Taco Campaign

  LaurenMarie

  2 Jul 2009 | 12:24 pm

  If you’ve spent any time around passionate designers, you’ve probably heard them say they never turn off their designer’s eye. Everywhere we look we’re evaluating design, layout, colors and more. But what are we actually thinking about and is it beneficial? Sure it is! We’re critiquing, which helps us improve our own designs. Want to know what kinds of things go through my head, even when I’m not at “work”? Del Taco Coupons (“Go Bold or Go Home” Campaign) I got this in the mail and immediately thought it was pretty attractive. That always pushes my “But why?” button!

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• The Amazing PS3 Coffee Table Design

  DesignAlerts

  6 Nov 2009 | 8:50 pm

  Designed by Stephane Perruchon, this PS3 coffee table has two gigantic PS3 controllers for legs and a huge glass top. The legs or PS3 controllers are4 Vote(s)

• Create A Realistic Video iPod Nano In Photoshop - slodive

  leechesofkarma

  6 Nov 2009 | 2:16 pm

  Learn how to paint / recreate an object in Photoshop from an existing photo. This is a great exercise for working on your layer structure and pen too7 Vote(s)

• 43 Cute & Beautiful Twitter Icon Sets

  naldzgraphics

  6 Nov 2009 | 8:41 am

  we have compiled a list of 43 Cute and Beautiful Twitter Icon Sets11 Vote(s)

• Friday Vidcast 11-06-09 | This Is Aarons Life – Web Design, Graphic Design, and UX Articles.

  aaroni268

  6 Nov 2009 | 8:08 am

  This weeks Friday Vidcast covers remaining flexible as a web designer, and being able to adapt to challenges. 4 Vote(s)

• Interview with a pro – Whyisbox

  atikusdesign

  6 Nov 2009 | 2:06 am

  An interview with illustrator and creator of NewSugar Magazine, Whyisbox4 Vote(s)

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• Best Jobs in America 2009 - Top 50: Creative Director #43 Well,...

  4 Nov 2009 | 9:10 pm

  Best Jobs in America 2009 - Top 50: Creative Director #43 Well, at least it isn’t 50th. BTW: That is the most attractive grey haired clip art creative director I have ever seen.

• Last Days of Gourmet

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• "I don’t consider myself creative. For instance I don’t have ideas that I want to express that I make..."

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• How one person can change history

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• GEO Magazine Closing New York Bureau I just wish they still had...

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  GEO Magazine Closing New York Bureau I just wish they still had a U.S. edition. I’d subscribe!

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• Nosurprises - Alessandro Pautasso

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  6 Nov 2009 | 11:00 pm

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• Sony Ericsson Pureness

  Joffrey

  6 Nov 2009 | 6:01 pm

  The all new Sony Ericsson Pureness, with its stunning transparent screen, is now available! Design You Trust sponsors: Photoshop Lady - Best Photoshop Tutorials For You!! Advertise with Design You Trust! - DYT on Twitter - Facebook

• Portable Pocket Light

  Scene360

  6 Nov 2009 | 5:08 pm

  “Pocket Light” is a very interest product concept by Ryan Harc. I’d love to have one in my wallet. Link via Illusion 360 Design You Trust sponsors: Photoshop Lady - Best Photoshop Tutorials For You!! Advertise with Design You Trust! - DYT on Twitter - Facebook

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  6 Nov 2009 | 4:55 pm

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• Maison NW by Nathalie Wolberg

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  6 Nov 2009 | 2:42 pm

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• 30 Clever Coaster Designs

  Jennifer

  5 Nov 2009 | 10:36 am

  Ever come across a really cool coaster and wonder, “Am I drunk or is this coaster really cool?” Well here is your sober chance to take a look at some clever and creative coaster inspiration. We’ve rounded up 30 coasters that would definitely liven up any bar top or table. Bottoms Up! Let’s See Those Coaster Designs. Mehmet Gozetlik Kent and Jim Dave Hall Kaleb Coleman Niyati Mehta Tiina Ilmavirta Yvonne Schüttler Kamal Patel Jennifer Stetson Kelsy VonderHaar Thapanon Khongraksa Joshua M. Smith Devika Khowala Elizabeth Crowther David Garcia SLAMS Chris Trivizas Emily…

• 20 Magnificent Magazine Covers in Recent Years

  Sam Nam

  2 Nov 2009 | 9:39 am

  The art of graphic design is continually evolving with society, fashion, technology and politics. Our styles and colors are inspired by everything around us and in turn, we can see snapshots of our evolving culture in the designs of the recent past. Taking a look at 2 years of magazine covers from major publications, I collected 20 contemporary magazine covers that I appreciated. Twenty Magazine Covers from 2007 – 2009 Bon Apetit Magazine – August 2008 Departures Magazine – October 2008 GQ Magazine – March 2008 Harpers Bazaar – March 2009 (Subscribers Edition)…

• Stencil Graffiti Custom Sticker Design Contest

  Sam Nam

  29 Oct 2009 | 12:39 pm

  While shuffling some papers on my desk, I discovered a sample for a clear roll label product. Coincidentally, I had just finished perusing some artwork by the famous Stencil Graffiti Artist Banksy. The two ideas came together to create awesomeness I don’t usually experience so early in the day! Stencil graffiti designs being put on clear stickers. Brilliant!  Submit Your Custom Stickers Designs! We’re excited to see the sticker designs that our readers submit and to sweeten the deal we will be giving the winner $100 and 250 stickers of their design. Please submit your entries…

• Win Ben Harper Halloweenabaloo Tickets

  Sam Nam

  21 Oct 2009 | 3:31 pm

  Ben Harper, Andy Summers, Linda Perry and Flea (of the Red Hot Chili Peppers) are confirmed to perform at the Silverlake Conservatory Of Music’s annual Halloweenabaloo concert at Union Station in Downtown Los Angeles on October 31, 2009. Why are we blogging about this? Because we received two tickets to this event and we decided that these two tickets should go to our readers. Yes! That’s right. Keep reading to find out how you can win a pair of tickets to see Ben Harper and Flea from the Red Hot Chili Peppers! This is an intimate fundraiser with tons of big names in attendance.

• TwitPic Business Card Design Contest

  Sam Nam

  19 Oct 2009 | 10:54 am

  For creative professionals, a business card is more than a piece of paper with your contact information. It  actually serves as an example of your work for prospective clients. A poorly designed business card is going to make it hard for you to convince clients that you are the right person for their project. Thankfully, you can score 2000 stylish die-cut business cards from UPrinting.com by entering our business card design competition. CONTEST PRIZES Three skilled designers will receive 2000 Die-Cut business cards courtesy of UPrinting.com. Free ground shipping within the U.S. and Canada.

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• Daily Inspiration #347

  GisMullr

  6 Nov 2009 | 1:02 pm

  This post is part of our daily series of posts showing the most inspiring images selected by some of the Abduzeedo's writers and users. If you want to participate and share your graphic design inspiration, just send us, via email, the image with the link from where you found it, also use "Daily Inspiration" in the subject, and don't forget to send your Abduzeedo username; or via Twitter sending to http://twitter.com/abduzeedo If possible use the HTML code: <p class="imgC"><a href="Link to the page you found the image"><img src="Link to the Image"…

• Friday Fresh Free Fonts #22

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  6 Nov 2009 | 7:43 am

  I will be posting some fresh free fonts every Friday, yes I know it's awesome. I will look forward to bring a lot of great fonts that will sure help you improve your typography work. Check out what I selected for you on the FFFF#22 and make sure to comeback for more next week. <!--break--> Click here to view all Friday Fresh Free Fonts Public Gothic by A2591 Download Public Gothic Oval by Font Fabric Download Oval UA Squared by Ben McGehee Download UA Squared Contra by Apostrophic Labs Download Contra About the authorHi! I'm Paulo Canabarro and I'm here to post some really cool stuff for…

• Sites of the Week #76

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  6 Nov 2009 | 5:06 am

  For this Sites of the Week we have selected some great sites such as the new Authentic Jobs and Wildfireapp. Also we're featuring a great portfolio site for 31three, and much, much more! As usual we would love to hear from you, keep sending your suggestions to us and we will be more than happy to feature your site. <!--break--> You can send me your suggestions via Twitter twitter.com/FabianoMe or twitter.com/abduzeedo, and include #abdz_sites in the message. DESIGN / CSS Fontanel - fontanel.nl Fontanelle is an online magazine that focuses on the latest developments in the design world with…

• Back to Space Case Study by Patrick Monkel

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  6 Nov 2009 | 1:49 am

  Patrick Monkel is the author of the wallpaper featured on this week's Wallpaper of the Week section. His design is a composition blending photos and a few color gradients, producing an outstanding effect. We asked if Patrick could share with us a case study showing how he did that, so, fortunately for us, he was very kind and did that :) In this post we will show you the secret behind Patrick Monkel's wallpaper of ther week. My name is Patrick Monkel. I'm a freelance graphic designer from The Netherlands with 7 years of experience. I studied Multimedia Engineering in Amsterdam and interested…

• Great Illustrations from Thiago Pena

  GisMullr

  5 Nov 2009 | 9:20 pm

  Today we will show you some great illustrations and a small bio from a Brazilian artist, Thiago Pena. For us it is really a pleasure to show artists from our Country, specially artists with great pieces as the ones you will see here. Thiago's illustrations are really unique. They have a different style, and the lines and shades are great. His drawings are a bit dark, they express a whole parallel atmosphere that get our attention immediately. Thiago's work was actually suggested by his friend Wander to appear in our daily inspiration post, but as I really liked his images I decided to contact…

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• Episode 14 - Where Does Customer Service End?

  Danny Outlaw

  6 Nov 2009 | 11:57 am

  I’m all about customer service. I have kind of taken on the Zappos philosophy when it comes to that area. I constantly go above an beyond to help my customers out. Rather than just give them design advice, I also help them with their business and marketing for free. I’m around to answer any of their questions five days a week and sometimes on the weekends. I make small changes to the site for free and a lot of other things that I could easily charge for. Normally this isn’t a problem. But, it got me thinking, where does this sort of customer service stop? Obviously major…

• Episode 13 - Screencasting for Communication

  Danny Outlaw

  5 Nov 2009 | 12:49 pm

  My buddies over at 45 Royale worked on a project called Screenr. Basiclly, Screenr is a online screencasting tool that allows you to sign up with just your Twitter account. You can then create five minute long screencasts and share them on Twitter or just use the permalink created to share with others. I’ll admit, at first I wasn’t very impressed with Screenr. Not because it wasn’t usable or functional, but because I didn’t really see the point in creating screencasts to share on Twitter. My love for screencasting came one day when I had a client who was new to…

• Punks Not Dead, But Your Portfolio Is

  Danny Outlaw

  4 Nov 2009 | 9:21 am

  Talking Shop - Episode 12 Like it or not, the age old bit of Kevin Costner wisdom, “if you build it, they will come”, couldn’t be more untrue for the designers portfolio site. Hoping that a potential client finds your needle in a haystack portfolio site out of the clear blue is idiotic at best. Obviously, some good SEO and online advertising can help, but that’s still far from a good start. So, how can you resurrect your dying portfolio website? You don’t. That’s right, you don’t. Rather than trying to give life to a dying breed, why not create your…

• 50 Clean, Sleek, and Modern Website Designs

  Danny Outlaw

  3 Nov 2009 | 10:52 am

  It has been a while since I did one of these sort of posts and I think its long over due. Being that I am in a real simple design state of mind lately, I thought I would do a showcase of websites that feature very organized and clean designs. While many designs that fall into this category tend to be “minimal” themes, that’s not always the case. Some of the examples below are proof of that. What do you think of these designs and this style? Which one is your favorite? 1. MashKULTURE 2. Snook 3. Simple Type - Free Template 4. Astheria 5. Teenage Engineering 6. Corporate Risk…

• Episode 11 - Your Clients are Idiots

  Danny Outlaw

  28 Oct 2009 | 6:18 pm

  I know we have all had our fair share of clients who are just complete idiots when it comes to design, technology, or both. Some people just don’t understand good design or development, but other are just dumb. Regardless of how dumb they are, we shouldn’t treat them as such. This is especially true when talking to new clients. Treating your client as an equal is going to get you a lot further than treating them like you are the almighty design god. I can’t begin to describe how much of a difference being personal and straight with your client makes. But, I’m sure you…

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• Free Hi-Resolution Paint Stroke Photoshop Brushes

  Chris Spooner

  1 Nov 2009 | 11:00 pm

  Looking for a new set of super high resolution Photoshop brushes to add to your collection? Well, you’re at the right place! Check out and download this set of free paint strokes brushes, all of which are at the max 2500px size and packed full of detail. Perfect for creating your next roughed up design. Download Free Photoshop Brushes 7.3mb | 1 x ABR (CS4) Similar Posts Free High-Res Watercolour Photoshop Brushes Set 2 Free High-Res Watercolour Photoshop Brushes Set 1 Free Keep Fit Vectors – Give Your Designs a Workout! 270+ High-Res Rough and Grungey Photoshop Brushes Create a…

• This Week’s Favourites – October 30th 2009

  Chris Spooner

  30 Oct 2009 | 12:00 am

  In this week’s roundup of creative goodness, we have a guest tutorial from myself over on a fab design blog; an awesome illustrated skateboard deck design walkthrough; a roundup of cool CMYK designs; a list of influential design blogs; and web development app reviews from a range of pros from the industry. Tutorial9 My guest article is currently live over on the awesome Tutorial9 blog. Check out the Photoshop tutorial on how to create a slick rich user interface. My Ink Blog My Ink Blog hosts this fantastic tutorial on how to illustrate your own skull inspired skateboard deck. Jad Graphics…

• Wordpress Website Design Process for IT-IS Ltd

  Chris Spooner

  26 Oct 2009 | 12:00 am

  I recently finished up a website redesign project with Andy Wheatley from IT-IS International Ltd. The project involved a redesign and rebuild of itisint.com, and used the Wordpress application to cover the core functionality of the site. Let’s take a look at the process of tweaking Wordpress to transform it from a blogging platform to taking on the job of a typical Content Management System. The Client: IT-IS International are a small research and development company working in the life science industry, they develop software and instrumentation for the analysis of DNA (PCR- Polymerase…

• 20 Handy Photoshop Tips For a Faster Workflow

  Chris Spooner

  19 Oct 2009 | 12:00 am

  We all use Photoshop on a daily basis, but I bet there’s at least one tip in this post that will give you the old ‘Why didn’t I know of this before’ moment! It’s tips like these that make the most common of tasks quicker and easier than ever to help speed up your Photoshop workflow. Hold Spacebar to move a selection Drag a selection with the Marquee tool, but before releasing the mouse button, press and hold the Spacebar to relocate the selection. Display larger font previews Go to Photoshop’s preferences and head down to the Type section. Change the Font…

• This Week’s Favourites – October 16th 2009

  Chris Spooner

  16 Oct 2009 | 12:00 am

  In this week’s roundup of creative goodness, we have a collection of fab Illustrator tutorials; a showcase of a popular logo design trend; a roundup of inspiring ambigram logos; links to some great character design tutorials; and a tutorial documenting the process of creating an awesome visual illusion. Noupe Looking to learn Illustrator? Noupe hosts this extensive collection of 55 Adobe Illustrator Icon Design Tutorials. Designm.ag The illusion of a folded edge has become a popular trend in logo design. Check out this showcase of excellent examples from Designm.ag. Vectortuts Ambigrams are…

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• Friday FUEL Fix (11/06/09)

  Angie Bowen

  6 Nov 2009 | 2:58 am

  Call Craig and his cousin Day-Day, everybody, it’s Friday! And this week on FYC we felt that it was time for another fix, in fact we felt that with all the great FUEL content that has been coming out recently, that it was overdue. So we assembled a little November rain in the form of a Friday FUEL Fix (was the rain a good thing in the song…it’s been a while. I guess if it inspired a song, it was a good, right? Moving on). We usually take a look at some Twitter followers in the fix, but we thought we would mix it up this week and look at some lists, not to mention…

• Inspiration in Blue: The FYC Edition

  Angie Bowen

  4 Nov 2009 | 7:56 am

  It’s humpday once again and that means the blogosphere is about to get a little more colorful as our series where we delight in a bit of an inspirational inquisition here on FYC continues. Looking to test the waters to determine if the source that feeds our inspiration, if it tends towards a singular color, can tend to aim our creative output in the same direction as elements associated with that color. Last week we rolled out Inspiration in Green: The FYC Edition, and so the color wheel keeps turning as the series carries on. So welcome back to the FYC edition of the popular…

• Preview Exploiting Chaos: 150 Ways to Spark Innovation During Times of Change

  Angie Bowen

  3 Nov 2009 | 12:44 am

  We recently had some time to sit down and check out the preview of Exploiting Chaos: 150 Ways to Spark Innovation During Times of Change from Trend Hunter founder Jeremy Gutsche. From this full-color and wonderfully illustrated preview it seems that Exploiting Chaos promises to be as visually stimulating as it is verbally engaging, and the powerful first chapter of this book had us scribbling down ideas and longing to get our hands on a full copy. For that reason, we wanted to recommend that anyone interested go check out the first chapter for themselves, to see what we are talking about. We…

• Creative Discussion – What Gets Your Creative Butt In Gear?

  Rob Bowen

  3 Nov 2009 | 12:20 am

  In our first Creative Discussion on beating the creative blocks we tackled an issue that most people who are involved with the creative process have run into, a problem of inspiration. In this month’s discussion we are addressing a different sort of bump in the road, a problem of motivation. For creatives and non-creatives alike, sometimes the issue that arises is not necessarily a block of ideas, in fact, there may be times when you have an over abundance of inspiration, but you just cannot seem to get started. For whatever the reason, we come across the times when we are unable to…

• A Month In The Creative Community: An October Round-Up

  Angie Bowen

  2 Nov 2009 | 12:22 am

  Falling into the winter’s grip, we leave another month behind shuffling towards the year’s end. October has drawn to a close and that means it is time for the FYC monthly round-up. So we scoured the feeds and stopped by our favorite cyberspace hangouts to grab the best content that the creative community had to offer in October. Whether you caught them the first time around or you are seeing them for the first time, the showcase below is what we believed should not be left behind with the days we dropped along the way. So we hope you enjoy these fantastic features! Inspiration 45+…

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• Thirty Conversations on Design

  Rydo

  6 Nov 2009 | 7:03 am

  A web-based project, Thirty Conversations on Design collects the thoughts of 30 of the world’s leading designers, architects and authors. Thirty Conversations… is  the brainchild of Joe Cecere, Creative Director at Little&Company, a strategic branding and design firm located in Minneapolis in the US. Each participant in the project is asked to consider two questions: “What single example of design inspires you most?” and “What problem should design solve next?” — the varied responses make for compelling viewing. Among the first batch of interviews are Pentagram’s Paula…

• Burnley – rebrand

  Jack

  6 Nov 2009 | 6:18 am

  Burnley is a large market town in the borough of Burnley in Lancashire, England, with a population of around 73,500. It has a 24 lane bowling alley, a 9-screen multiplex cinema and can now boast a new logo as part of a £110,000 re-branding scheme to improve the town’s image. That’s the good news. The bad news (and that’s just my opinion) is the city has chosenthat logo. Developed by Burnley Vision Board after it secured £300,000 of funding from the North West Development Agency (NWDA), the ‘visual expression’ consists of a computer-generated, three-dimensional image of…

• Jimmy Turrell

  Gil

  5 Nov 2009 | 9:42 am

  Jimmy Turrell’s illustrations and graphic artworks remind me a bit of drug induced night terrors in places but despite make your pants a little more moist than usual, there’s some good illustrations for his impressive set of clients including the like of the Gaudrian and Glasto 2009. It seems to be pretty clear in his work that music and retro gaming icons play a big part in inspiring Jimmy’s material.

• Blue River

  Gil

  5 Nov 2009 | 6:53 am

  Blue River emailed us to let us know about their new website. Showcasing an impressive collection of work for mainly the arts and culture sectors with the Baltic in Newcastle being a loyal and reoccurring client—explained by their close proximity to the Baltic. A good mix of strong typography and illustration with some a lot of good print work thrown in for good measure as well as some nice identity work for the Baltic Shop.

• Robin Snasen Rengård

  Jack

  5 Nov 2009 | 1:48 am

  Just been checking through the new portfolio of Snasen and friends (formerly Made by Made). There’s an admirable mixture of editorial, bespoke typography and textural image making.

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• Bigger and Better

  Spencer Fry

  25 Oct 2009 | 10:03 am

  We're growing faster than ever, and as of last week are the largest online portfolio website in the world. To keep up with our astonishing growth, we're making huge upgrades to our web infrastructure. We've chosen to host with Rackspace, which runs a world-class data center hosting some of the largest websites on the Internet (LinkedIn, 37signals, Razorfish, etc.). We're stoked to host your portfolios with, arguably, the best data center in the world. At 5PM EST this Sunday we’ll begin the upgrade by temporarily disabling portfolio administration and new sign-ups. Your portfolio will remain…

• Interview: Deema Bayrakdar

  Spencer Fry

  5 Oct 2009 | 7:14 am

  What is it about working with mixed media that interests you most? I started doing collage at a young age -- I would cut up pieces of paper and use found objects to create collages that were sometimes sculptural. I remember coming across Dada and the photomontages of Hannah Hoch, and really feeling inspired by how Hoch placed juxtaposing images within the same space, often making commentary on industrialization, race or gender. Romare Bearden’s collages also inspire me, and his use of color and amazing cut outs, which create palatable atmospheres and moods. There’s something about the…

• Microsoft Hearts Carbonmade

  Spencer Fry

  29 Sep 2009 | 12:06 pm

  Microsoft featured Carbonmade last week in a case study alongside Dell, Hardrock Café, and Elite Models. Hooray! It's a neat read for anyone who wants to know a little more about our history. For instance, did you know that Carbonmade was originally created as a simple tool for Dave to update his online portfolio? Another interesting tidbit is that before Carbonmade, we were a small web consulting company doing web development work for Scribd, MerchNOW, Epitaph Records, and others. Here's a snippet: “Carbonmade provides creative people with the ability to showcase and manage their work. It…

• 150,000 Portfolios and New Office

  Spencer Fry

  24 Sep 2009 | 8:54 am

  About six months ago we passed the 100,000 mark. Last week we reached 150,000 Carbonmade portfolios. It's been a busy past six months, to say the least, and things are moving at a fast pace around here. We moved into our new office with the boys (and girls) from Harvest and are hard at work on an update to Carbonmade. More on that coming soon. Here are some photos of the new space we share: And during our downtime: Please follow us on Twitter, become a fan on Facebook, stay subscribed to our blog and e-mail us with any questions, suggestions, or comments. We love hearing from you guys. And…

• Stupid Easy

  Spencer Fry

  17 Sep 2009 | 8:34 am

  We've received a handful of short reviews in September and I wanted to highlight two of them. First, AOL's DownloadSquad called us "stupid easy," which is a very to-the-point way of describing Carbonmade's simplicity, but flattering nonetheless! Second, French website arnaud-k wrote (in French): "L'aspect minimaliste des sites générés permettent de bien mettre en avant les oeuvres présentées dans les portfolios" which roughly translates to "The minimalist sites generated help highlight the works presented in the portfolio." This is exactly what we're aiming for: to be stupid easy to use…

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