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Graphis Advertising Annual 2011: Call for Entries
Graphis Advertising Annual 2011 presents the best advertising campaigns of the year, selected from thousands of international entries.
AIA Diversity Recognition Program Selects Four Honorees
The American Institute of Architects (AIA) recently announced that it has selected 4 honorees as part of its Diversity Recognition Program.
GDC National Scholarship Awards 2010
The Society of Graphic Designers Canada (GDC) announced its GDC National Scholarship Awards 2010.
Brandwidth Previews Apple Tablet Apps Ahead of Official Launch
Following months of speculation, the launch of Apple's new Tablet platform is to be complemented by the preview of Brandwidth's portfolio of Tablet Apps.
Imaginative Spot From Shilo and GlobalHue Latino Invites Census Participation
A new spot for the U.S. Census Bureau aimed specifically at the country's growing Latino community began airing nationwide last week, with the goal of increasing the participation of Latin Americans in the 2010 Census.
Work Dips, Hiring Inches Up for Landscape Architecture Firms
The economic rollercoaster continues for landscape architecture firms, as firm leaders reported modest decreases in work and increases in hiring compared to the previous quarter, according to the latest American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA) Business Quarterly Survey for the fourth quarter 2009.
Undisciplined: Taking Multi-disciplinary Approach to Sustainability
The Savannah College of Art and Design Sustainability Council announced a weeklong series of events, "[Un]disciplined," aimed at examining and understanding the full scope of sustainability.
RIBA Announces Further Support for Architecture Students
The Royal Institute of British Architects today announced the recipients of the RIBA HSE Research Fund, and details of two more funding schemes open for students of architecture; the RIBA Worshipful Company of Chartered Architects (WCCA) Travel Award and the RIBA Stephen Williams Scholarship.
John Portman & Associates to Design New 5-Star Hotel in Beijing
John Portman & Associates announced that the firm has been selected by Zhong Lian Run Shi Investment Company to design a new 5-star, 550-room hotel across from the United States Embassy in Beijing's Chaoyang District.
Herman Miller Asks Students: Where Do You Learn Best?
Herman Miller is introducing its first video contest targeting full-time students attending 2-or 4-year U.S. colleges or universities.
Karen Anderson: The New Chair of Architecture and Design Scotland
The Scottish Government announced the appointment of Karen Anderson as the new Chair of Architecture and Design Scotland. This appointment will be for four years.
Qantas A380 First Class Suite Wins Good Design Award
Qantas announced that its Airbus A380 First Class suite has been awarded a Good Design Award by The Chicago Athenaeum.
Finnish Films on Architecture: Three Houses
In anticipation of the Center for Architecture's inaugural participation in MUSE's annual Art on Screen Film Festival, the Center for Architecture will screen three Finnish films.
RIBA ICE Bursary: Call for Application
The RIBA ICE Bursary exists to support architectural and engineering students, graduates and newly-qualified architects and engineers committed to the progress of community and environmental issues in economically deprived areas in the UK or abroad.
100 Icons: Collection of Singaporean Logos, Symbols, Trademarks and Icons
100 Icons is a presentation of logos, symbols, trademarks and icons that are significant to Singapore's social history and visual culture.
Font Aid IV: a Call to Action
The Society of Typographic Aficionados (SOTA) announced the launch of Font Aid IV, a project uniting the typographic and design communities in raising funds to expedite relief efforts in Haiti.
Icsid Calls for Design Solutions in the Face of the Disaster in Haiti
In a global appeal following the devastation in Haiti, the International Council of Societies of Industrial Design (Icsid) has launched a call to designers from all disciplines to unite in an open dialogue with international relief organisations to assess potential design-effective rehabilitation projects.
2010 Jury Selected to Judge the One Show
Thirty of advertising's most influential and respected professionals have been selected to judge the One Show, the international awards competition which is widely regarded as the advertising industry's equivalent to the Oscars.
Urban Umbrella: First Re-Design of Sidewalk Sheds in New York City Since the 1950s
Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg, Department of Buildings Commissioner Robert D. LiMandri and President of the New York Chapter of the AIA Anthony Schirripa today unveiled a new design for sidewalk sheds - the wood and steel structures built to protect pedestrians walking alongside buildings under construction.
Ecologic Sustainable Milk Container
Ecologic Brands, a Northern California based start-up that has developed a sustainable and transformative bottle for liquid products.
RCKa Wins Preston Housing Competition
RCKa has been selected as the winner of the Gateway goes for Guild Social Housing competition.
Art Directors Club Announces 2010 Interactive Jury For 89th Annual Awards Program
The Art Directors Club announced the complete international jury of leading creatives and designers for the Interactive category of the ADC 89th Annual Awards program for 2010.
Three Architects Selected to Receive the 2010 AIA Thomas Jefferson Award
The American Institute of Architects has selected, Curtis Fentress, FAIA, a designer, Les Shepherd, AIA, a government agency head, and Ken Greenberg, Assoc. AIA, an urban planner to receive the 2010 Thomas Jefferson Award for Public Architecture.
December Results of the RIBA Future Trends Survey
December results of the RIBA Future Trends Survey present a drop in optimism across many areas in the profession, including workload, staffing and sector predictions.
The MINI Countryman
MINI is adding a fourth model to the family, opening up a new dimension of that unmistakable MINI feeling.
Light+Building Presents Trends for the Home in 2010 2011
A major attraction at Light+Building 2010 will be created by a trend forum.
Leading British Designers and Architects Improve Privacy and Dignity in NHS Hospitals
The Department of Health launched its Design for Patient Dignity project with the Design Council to bring some of the best minds in the design industry to bear on issues affecting both hospital patients and NHS staff.
Pentawards 2009 Exhibition in Paris
From February 1 to March 27, 2010 the winning packaging designs of Pentawards 2009, the worldwide competition that each year crowns the best packaging designs of the world, will be on show in Paris.
Winners of the 2010 Design Plus Award
The plus sign is the mathematical symbol for addition - and this is also what it means in the case of Design Plus.
Winners of the Bus Shelter Design Competition
The Mayor of Montreal, Gerald Tremblay unveiled the winning concept in the city bus shelter design competition, submitted by the consortium Leblanc + Turcotte + Spooner.
BBH Design Hires Jeff Trussler as Project Architect
Douglas Hall, co-founding partner at BBH Design, has announced that Jeff Trussler, AIA has joined the firm as a Project Architect focusing on Healthcare, Science and Higher Education projects.
Archrival Takes a Sip of the Dark Side with Certified Evil
Archrival has taken a design journey to the dark side of ale to create the brand look for "Certified Evil," a new Belgian-style dark ale from Lucky Bucket Brewing Company in La Vista, Nebraska.
Click 3X Creates New Client Experience with Addition of Quinn, Designor
NY-based visual solutions studio Click 3X has hired online experience veterans Ann Quinn and Lara DeSignor to help increase the firm's capabilities with digital and interactive marketing campaigns.
2010 Brit Insurance Design Awards Shortlist
The third annual Brit Insurance Design Awards has produced another eclectic and progressive range of nominees; from beautiful Hutong Bubbles in Beijing to the BBC iPlayer, the 2010 shortlist reflects the comprehensive and international scope of the awards.
RKS Wins 8 Good Design Awards
The Chicago Athenaeum has awarded RKS eight of the prestigious and coveted 2009 GOOD DESIGN Awards.
Frog Design Selected to Join World Economic Forum's Community of Global Growth Companies
Frog Design has been selected by the World Economic Forum to join its Community of Global Growth Companies, a group of more than 200 rapidly growing multinational companies that are reshaping the global economic landscape.
Coop Himmelb(l)au Presents Energy Roof in Perugia
Wolf D. Prix, Design Principal and CEO of Coop Himmelb(l)au presented the design for the Energy Roof in Perugia, Italy, today. Energy Roof is part of the research project "Walking through the History" of the University of Perugia.
CircleBath: The First Hospital Designed by Foster + Partners
CircleBath is Foster + Partners' first hospital and the first in a programme of new independent hospitals which offer a radical departure from orthodox approaches to hospital planning.
Finnish Designer Awards 2010 Exhibition
Association of professional graphic designers Grafia and Finnish Association of Designers Ornamo award annually six distinguished designers.
Prospectus 2010/11: MA in Critical Writing in Art and Design
In October 2010 the Royal College of Art in London will launch a new MA programme in Critical Writing in Art and Design.
Alliance Between Pininfarina and Aedas Architects
Pininfarina Extra and Aedas Architects announced an alliance to create exclusive interiors and products within world-leading architecture.
FUEL TV Commissions Royale For Adam Haynes Signature Series ID #24
FUEL TV commissioned motion design and production studio Royale to collaborate with commercial and fine artist Adam Haynes to create the latest station ID for the network's popular Signature Series.
TECAtech Produces Startling Prism Case for New Eyewear Brand
British design and innovation company TECAtech have engineered and manufactured a revolutionary clear glasses case for PRISM London.
Leo A Daly Designed Tucker-Reid H. Cofer Branch Library Celebrates Grand Opening
The LEED-registered Tucker-Reid H. Cofer Branch Library, in Tucker, Ga., designed by LEO A DALY, will celebrate its grand opening on January 23.
Design Consultancy TheAlloy Hands Ownership to Employees
Farnham-based design consultancy TheAlloy is now 100% owned by its employees following the purchase of the company by an Employee Benefits Trust that enables every member of staff to share in the company's success.
Allison Wonderland's Love Story
Allison Wonderland is writing a love letter full of dresses, skirts, and blouses that flow through the season.
Zuum Z-series by Eureka Wins Good Design Award
Electrolux Home Care Products has been awarded the 2009 GOOD DESIGN Award for the Zuum Z-series by Eureka Central Vacuum System.
GGA Becomes First Design Firm in DC to Receive LEED Platinum Certification for Its Office
Group Goetz Architects (GGA) announced that it has been awarded LEED Platinum Certification by the U.S. Green Building Council for the design of its corporate offices at 2900 K Street in Washington DC's Georgetown neighborhood.
2009 Good Design Awards Winners
From the high-tech aerospace industries to manufacturers of consumer products designed for the tabletop, hundreds of the world's leading corporations and design offices from 40 nations-from Shanghai to Istanbul-vied in Chicago and New York for the world's oldest and most coveted GOOD DESIGN Award for 2009.
Tronic Studio Destroys Dubai City in Spec Ops Trailer
Dubai glistens in all its luxurious glory as a monstrous storm approaches to crush the city.
Art Directors Club Announces 2010 Design Jury for 89th Annual Awards Program
The Art Directors Club today announced the complete international jury of leading creatives and designers for the Design category of the ADC 89th Annual Awards program for 2010.
Wallpaper* Design Awards 2010 Issue
Wallpaper* today publishes its annual Design Awards issue.
Siegel+Gale Clients Rack Up 31 Awards in 2009 for Branding and Interactive Design
From best rebrand to outstanding corporate identity and interactive design, Siegel+Gale clients received 31 awards from some of the industry's most reputable branding competitions, including the 365: AIGA Annual Design Competition, E-Healthcare Leadership Awards, Graphic Design China Awards, Graphis Branding 5, International Davey Awards, Rebrand 100, Summit International Awards, W3 Awards, Who's Who in Luxury Real Estate and the Web Marketing Association.
ICFF 2010: 22nd Annual International Contemporary Furniture Fair
The 22nd Annual International Contemporary Furniture Fair (ICFF) May 15-18, 2010, will convert New yorks City's Jacob K. Javits Convention Center into a worldwide wonder for design disciplines.
BFC / Vogue Designer Fashion Fund
The British Fashion Council (BFC) announced the shortlist for the inaugural BFC / Vogue Designer Fashion Fund.
John Patrick Wins Ecco Domani 2010 Sustainable Design Award
Designer John Patrick has been awarded the Ecco Domani 2010 Sustainable Design Award sponsored by Ecco Domani Wines of Italy.
Sustainable Minds and IDSA Partner to Advance Greener Product Design Knowledge and Practice
Sustainable Minds, a greener product design software and information company, today announced a partnership with the Industrial Design Society of America (IDSA) to advance the adoption and integration of ecodesign and sustainability practices in product design.
Electrolux Design Lab 2010: The Second Space Age
Electrolux Design Lab 2010 is inviting global undergraduate and graduate industrial design students to create home appliances that consider shrinking domestic spaces.
Martin Smith: Father of Kinetic Design Shapes the Next-Generation Ford Focus
As the latest expression of kinetic design makes its debut in the shape of the next-generation Ford Focus, its creator reflects on how this new design language that transformed the Ford product range in Europe could now have the same impact worldwide.
Michelin Challenge Design 2011
Michelin announced the 2011 theme for its global vehicle design competition, Michelin Challenge Design, giving entrants a chance to share their transportation concepts for ten years ahead in the year 2021 with "PLUS 10. The Best is Yet to Come!"
RIBA Awards 2010: Call for Entries
The Royal Institute of British Architects is once again on the lookout for potential RIBA Stirling Prize winners and Lubetkin prize winners.
DesignSingapore Council Appoints Jeffrey Ho Kiat as Director
DesignSingapore Council appointed Jeffrey Ho Kiat as its new director.
A+: the Young Designers' Platform at NYIGF
Six new design companies, reflecting a range of design aesthetics from around the world, have been invited to participate in a special exhibition at the winter 2010 New York International Gift Fair.
Peter Sluszka and Youth in Revolt
Peter Sluszka created animation sequences for Miguel Arteta's major motion picture "Youth in Revolt" starring actor Michael Cera.
Sennheiser OMX 980 by BMW DesignworksUSA
Designed to appeal to those looking for a premium solution to their mobile music needs, the premium range is the epitome of refined design.
European Design Awards 2010
The European Design Awards is the comprehensive annual awards organization celebrating the best of graphic design, illustration and digital design in Europe.
Nixxi Keeps It Sweet, Slouchy and Modern
Push the envelope this season with an edgy, rocker-like look! Nixxi's slouchy tees and skinny pants are reminiscent of a cooler version of the 1980s.
2010 UCDA Design Summit: Beyond Branding
In 140 characters or less, is your institution connecting with your audience?
Design / Management / Brand 22 Conference
DMI's Design / Management / Brand 22 Conference will pick up where we left off last year and move the conversation forward to the next level!
Kinetic Vapor: Public Artwork for Jackson Convention Complex
After the city of Jackson, MS completed its new convention center, they issued a national call for public art for their new complex.
2010 Call for Entries for IIDA Interior Design Competition and Will Ching Design Competition
The International Interior Design Association announced the 2010 Call for Entries for IIDA's Interior Design Competition and Will Ching Design Competition.
Fusing Fashion and Design for Breakout Success
How do you stand out in a crowded consumer electronics category?
2010 Suicide Prevention Project
What can you create that will cause someone, at the very least, to stop and think?
Informed Transparency: Energy-Efficient Enclosure Design with Glass
An emerging and unproven rule of thumb pits energy efficiency against glazing area: the larger the window, the lower the efficiency.
Transforming Design: DMI 2010 London Conference
As we enter a new decade, we're seeing more and more business transformations trying to overcome our economic and social challenges.
Graphex 2010: Call for Entries
Graphex is Canada's biennial National design awards that celebrate the best of visual communications in Canada since 1977.
Bill Moggridge Named Director of Cooper Hewitt National Design Museum
Bill Moggridge, designer of the first laptop computer in 1980 and co-founder of IDEO, the renowned innovation and design firm, has been named director of the Smithsonian's Cooper-Hewitt, National Design Museum in New York, effective March 2010.
Mat Hunter Joins Design Council as Chief Design Officer
Mat Hunter, former Partner of international design consultancy IDEO, has been appointed as Chief Design Officer for the Design Council, one of the most influential design positions in the UK.
Blind Shows Its Multiple Personalities with United States of Tara Promo
Blind Director Tom Koh is helping to ramp up the second season of the hit Steven Spielberg produced Showtime series United States of Tara with a :55 promo that cleverly portrays the multiple personality disorder of main character Tara Gregson (Emmy Award-winner Toni Collette).
A Floral Explosion at H&M This Spring
Romantic, exotic, glamorous or abstract: this spring's floral patterns provide an injection of creativity and a love of fashion into your wardrobe.
Sennheiser Introduced a New Corporate Design
Sennheiser's corporate design has evolved. At the International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas the audio specialist introduced a new design.
Blur Studio Reels In Animation for Goldfish Crackers Campaign
Blur Studio recently completed a ten-spot series of commercials for Pepperidge Farm Goldfish crackers via Young & Rubicam, NY.
Erik Press Named Executive Producer at Zoic Studios
Award-winning visual effects and digital production house Zoic Studios has named Erik Press to the strategic role of Executive Producer.
Ergonomidesign Celebrates 40 Years as a Design Pioneer
The Swedish industrial design consultancy Ergonomidesign is now one of the industry's most experienced players.
Take the Last Exit for Digital Trends 2010
Question: Google has it, Hoover has it, TiVo had it, lost it and has somewhat got it back. Xerox had it, but nobody really cares anymore. So what is it?
Two iF Product Design 2010 Awards for Pentagon Design
Pentagon Design has received two prizes in annually organized iF Product Design Award competition.
Wallpaper* Augmented Reality Special
Wallpaper* is bringing its January "Next Generation" issue to life with an augmented reality cover and a special feature enhanced with AR technology.
Zai for Bentley: Handmade Skis, Poles and Ski Bag
Bentley announced the launch of "one-of-a-kind" zai for Bentley Supersport skis, handmade in Switzerland with collaboration from the Styling Studio in Crewe, the home of Bentley Motors.
Nicholas Docous Named AIACC President
The American Institute of Architects, California Council (AIACC), elected Nicholas Docous, AIA, as the new incoming, 2010 president for the AIACC, the nation's largest state architectural organization.
Alessi: La Via Lattea and Tonale Wins Design Plus Award for 2010
Alessi products "La Via Lattea" and "Tonale" have been recognized with the Design Plus 2010 award for product design of consumer goods.
Eindhoven and Seoul Bolster Design Exchange
Seoul and Eindhoven agreed to promote exchanges and cooperation on design during the 26th World Design Congress in Singapore last month.
Ford Engineers Imitate Human Touch Through RUTH
Human touch is highly subjective and complex, making it difficult to replicate in a lab.
ARhrrrr: SCAD Brings Augmented Reality to Asia Game Show
SCAD will show for the first time in Asia a much-anticipated Augmented Reality (AR) game, "ARhrrrr," created through a collaboration between SCAD and the Georgia Institute of Technology's Augmented Environments Lab.
AIDA 2010 Receives Record Entry Numbers
The 2010 Australian International Design Awards program has attracted a record 202 industry entries and a further 98 student entries, representing a 27% increase on 2009.
KOR ONE Special Edition: The Synergy of Strategy & Design
RKS announced the introduction of the KOR ONE Special Edition Collection of the Thirst for Giving program.
The MINI Beachcomber Concept
The MINI Beachcomber Concept is a four-seater concept car designed consistently for maximum driving pleasure, taking up the enhanced options of the new MINI and combining these potentials with the vision of a radically open body concept.
LIM, The College for the Business of Fashion Designed by Butler Rogers Baskett
Established in 1939, LIM, The College for the Business of Fashion is the only institution in the United States committed to providing specialized education focused on the business side of fashion.
Solas Distillery Debuts Premium Craft Joss Vodka in Packaging, Brand Designed by Archrival
Solas Distillery has debuted Joss Vodka, with naming, branding and package design by agency Archrival.
Curventa Uses SolidWorks to Help Snowboarding Helmet Become Hit in Auto Racing
Industrial design firm Curventa helped client RuRoc create the "Storm Trooper" snowboarding helmet that launched the company in 2007.
IIDA Foundation Announces Kimball Scholarship Winner
The Trustees of the IIDA Foundation announced the 2009 recipient of the Kimball Office Scholarship Fund.