So the internet has been a-buzz with the news that IKEA has switched from their modified version of Futura to Verdana—citing a need for a typeface they can use globe-wide, even in Asian countries, and on the web.
A lot of designers are getting heated over the whole thing, but my opinions on the matter can [...]
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Verdana Vs. Modified Futura
September 2nd, 2009 · 1 Comment
Tags: Art & Design · Pop Culture
Daniel Galdamez – Senior Thesis
August 5th, 2009 · 2 Comments
Using matte plexiglass, laser etching, custom cut chrome hinges & bolts, and traditional printing techniques Dan Galdamez built a timeline of his life (both past and projected) for his senior thesis project. “The basis for my thesis was to show how I personally connect to meaningful periods of my life, through typography.” he says. [...]
Tags: Art & Design · Featured Designer
Inspiration Folder: Design – Part 2
July 27th, 2009 · 2 Comments
Buy Nothing Day by AdBusters
Hand Done SVA Poster by Cardon Webb
Shine Advertising Letterpress Business Card
Lovejoy Vodka designed by Jared Milam
Futu Mag
By Denis Kuchta
Type by Colin Matsui
Marian Bantjes‘ Business Card
by Always With Honor
Tags: Art & Design · Inspiration
Never Sleep: Graduating to Graphic Design Book Review
June 9th, 2009 · 3 Comments
Andre Andreev and Dan Covert from Dress Code recently published a book called Never Sleep: Graduating to Graphic Design, in which they share their journey from high school, design school, graduation, MTV, and starting their own studio. The premise is that, “There is a major disconnect between the life of a design student and [...]
Tags: Art & Design
Interview with Martin Hooper & Gavin Braman of Drifting Creatives
June 2nd, 2009 · 3 Comments
After reading their interview at Fuel, I was inspired to get in touch with the guys behind Drifting Creatives and have my own interview. They’re on a design tour from city to city, meeting designers, and working with small businesses who don’t have a huge budget to work with bigger firms. Did I mention they’re fresh out of school? Check it out:
Tags: Advice · Art & Design · Inspiration




