Design News
Brand New School Delivers Cross-platform Experiences for Y&L's Brizo Campaign
Brand New School announced the debut of their latest project work, consisting of online commercials and an interactive installation for premium faucet brand Brizo featuring their new SmartTouch faucet.
DMI Design / Management Annual 35
This year's DMI annual conference will look directly into the five major macro shifts (M5) we are facing, and how Design, with a capital D, can help in new value creation (nV).
RKS Design Announces Two Key Hires
RKS announced that Sumner Lee has joined the world-recognized strategy, innovation, and design firm as Director of Business Development and John Kiehle has joined the firm as Manager of Marketing and Communications.
IDC Applauds Plastics in Design at PMD 2010
Industrial Design Consultancy has been selected to discuss the merits of plastics in design innovation as part of a high-profile speaker programme at this year's Plastics in Medical Design, May 18-20, 2010.
SKD's Ron Pierce Speaks at IIT Institute of Design's Design Research Conference
Ron Pierce, Director of Strategy and Research at Southern California's leading design and innovation consultancy, Stuart Karten Design, has been selected to speak at the IIT Institute of Design's annual Design Research Conference on May 10 - 12.
Exquisite Clock by Fabrica at Graphic Design Festival Breda
Exquisite Clock, an interactive art installation by Joao Wilbert/Fabrica, has been invited to participate in this year's edition of the Graphic Design Festival Breda (GDFB), set to take place from 8th to 30th May.
Mothership's Vernon Wilbert Directs Gears of War 3 Trailer
On April 13th during "Late Night with Jimmy Fallon," the teaser broke for the Microsoft Xbox 360 title Gears of War 3, the latest installment of the blockbuster franchise from Epic Games, which releases April 2011.
First iPad Installation in the UK by AIG
Information design company Applied Information Group (AIG) has created the first iPad installation in the UK and the first iPad apps for a hotel in this country.
APDF 25th Annual Meeting + Exchange
Where is the business of design heading? APDF will tackle this question and many others at the 25th Annual Meeting + Exchange.
Creativille Joins Forces with Falk Harrison
Creativille, a St. Louis-area branding and design consultancy, has merged with Falk Harrison, a brand communications agency in St. Louis, Mo.
DBA Launches Biodegradable Disposable Pen
DBA announced the launch of its first product: a 98% biodegradable disposable pen.
The Transition is Now: The Spirit of Optimism Reigns at the BMW Group Design Talk
The BMW Group Design Talk has become over the years an important feature of the Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este at Lake Como.
DIY: Threat or Opportunity
With the advance of technology and globalization, anyone can design, customize and build almost anything.
The New Suma Mouse Concept
Cambridge Consultants unveiled the eagerly anticipated second phase of its innovative Suma enabled technology.
I Saloni 2010 Deemed a Huge Success
I Saloni 2010, which opened at the Milan Fairgrounds on April 14th, along with the Salone Internazionale del Mobile, the International Furnishing Accessories Exhibition, SaloneSatellite and the biennial Eurocucina and International Bathroom Exhibition, closed on April 19th to great applause.
ADC 89th Annual Awards Winners
The Art Directors Club announced the winners of its prestigious ADC 89th Annual Awards.
GMD X 4: Glucose Level Monitoring Just Got Easier
An Industrial Design student at Swinburne University has been announced as a finalist for the 2010 Australian Design Award - James Dyson Award.
MetaDesign Creates New Brand Platform and Identity for Alteryx
MetaDesign, a global branding and design firm, announced the launch of the new Alteryx brand.
Jeff Blodgett Joins Brickyard VFX as Executive Producer
Visual effects company Brickyard VFX announced that industry veteran Jeff Blodgett has joined the company's Santa Monica shop as Executive Producer.
AutoCAD Freestyle: Easy-to-Use, Low-Cost Drawing Software
Autodesk released AutoCAD Freestyle, a new, easy-to-use application for 2D drawing and sketching that specialty contractors and do-it-yourselfers can use to create professional-looking drawings, layouts and plans.
Observeur du Design Award 2011: Call for Products
The APCI (Agency for the Promotion of Industrial Creation) launched Observeur du Design Award 2011, aimed at companies in all sectors of business, design consultancies or freelance designers, as well as local or private organisations.
Mono Transforms the California Redwood Company Identity
Mono, a Minneapolis-based branding and advertising agency, has given The California Redwood Company a new brand identity to further establish the 120-year-old company's prominence as the premier outdoor project supplier.
Artonomics: New Tools for Artists and Designers
Rhode Island School of Design, in partnership with the American Craft Council, will host "Artonomics: New Tools for Artists and Designers", an open symposium exploring opportunities emerging from new forms of communication, presentation, marketing and distribution.
Peter Bishop: New Chair for Architecture Centre Network
Peter Bishop, Deputy Chief Executive of the London Development Agency has been appointed as the new Chair of the Architecture Centre Network.
BMW Design Night in Beijing
With an exclusive Design Night on the evening of the first press day at Auto China in Beijing, BMW provides an in-depth insight into its design philosophy and development strategy.
Winners of the 2010 Bloom Awards
Creating a sustainable product might be standard practice these days, but producing a sustainable product that is also innovative and unique will set you apart in the design community.
Continued Upward Trend in Architecture Billings Index
On the heels of a more than two point gain in February, the Architecture Billings Index (ABI) was up again in March.
March 2010 Results of the RIBA Future Trends Survey
The Royal Institute of British Architects announced the March 2010 results from its monthly Future Trends Survey, established in January 2009 to monitor business and employment trends affecting the architecture profession.
40th Annual UCDA Design Competition: Call for Entries
The UCDA Design Competition recognizes the best of the exceptional design work done to promote educational institutions (secondary, vocational, or higher education).
Identity's Andrew Walton Gives New Yorkers a Peep Inside Nordstrom Rack
Director Andrew Walton of production boutique Identity was tapped by fashion retailer Nordstrom to spice up the construction facade of its newest store, the Nordstrom Rack in New York City's Union Square.
Bentley Motors to Launch Unique Special-edition Continental Models for China
Bentley Motors is ready to unveil two unique Continental models which have been engineered and designed exclusively for the China market.
Shine: a New Concept of Wall Compact Washing Machines
At the kitchen fair Eurocucina 2010 in Milan, Electrolux presented the Shine washing machine concepts, with one freestanding and one wall mounted version.
Phenom: A New Level of Luxury in Air Travel
With a series of demonstration flights in the south of France, the Brazilian aircraft manufacturer, Embraer, presented the new generation of its executive jets in Europe.
GM Opens Seoul Advanced Design Studio
With a renewed focus on designing, building and selling the world's best vehicles, General Motors today announced the opening of the Seoul Advanced Design Studio in the heart of the 2010 World Design Capital.
Mercedes Shooting Brake Concept Car
The Concept Shooting Break is a further insight by Mercedes designers into the possible future development of the Coupe concept.
Red Dot Award: Communication Design 2010
The Red Dot Award: Communication Design 2010 is open for entries until July 2, 2010.
The Dwelling Lab: BMW Meets Kvadrat
BMW, Kvadrat and Flos have revealed the spectacular design installation "The Dwelling Lab" by Patricia Urquiola and Giulio Ridolfo featuring the new BMW 5 Series Gran Turismo, during the Salone Internazionale del Mobile.
ASID Designer Matching Service
The American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) partnered with design website Decorati to create the ASID Designer Matching Service.
VBAT Responds to Changing Market with New Retail-focused Creative Director Role
VBAT, the Amsterdam-based award-winning brand development agency, has appointed Andy Palmer Smith in the new role of Retail Creative Director.
Pentawards 2010: Call for Entries
Pentawards 2010 is now open for entries until May 21, 2010.
Work-Life: New Edition of Design Mind Magazine
Frog Design today released the latest edition of its award-winning design mind magazine at a special TED Salon in London, hosted in partnership with the renowned technology, entertainment, and design conference.
SHH Redesign Marchant Antique Store
SHH has completed a total refurbishment, including a new identity, store fascia, extension and interior concept, of the Marchant antiques store in London's Kensington Church Street.
Director Javier Blanco Joins Identity
Production boutique Identity announced the addition of famed Argentinean director Javier Blanco to its roster.
SCI-Arc/Caltech Team Selected for Solar Decathlon
An academic team from SCI-Arc and Caltech will compete in the elite international 2011 Solar Decathlon sponsored by the U.S. Department of Energy.
FURY Brands PromaxBDA's MI6 Conference
After 3 months of development and production, FURY's branding, design and animation for this year's MI6 Conference for digital gaming has seen the light.
Living Pavilion: Pavilion Competition Winner
FIGMENT, the Emerging New York Architect Committee (ENYA) of the American Institute of Architects New York Chapter (AIANY), and the Structural Engineers Association of New York (SEAoNY) announced that their competition jury has selected Ann Ha and Behrang Behin's "Living Pavilion" as the winner of the first-ever annual pavilion competition.
10th Andreu World International Design Competition
The 2010 Andreu World International Design Contest begins with a series of innovations to the website and a new image celebrating the event's first ten years.
The Blo Light Designed by PEGA D&E
PEGA D&E presented its newest interaction creation named The Blo Light at Salone Internazionale del Mobile di Milano.
The Henry Ford Partners with IDSA
Home to one of the greatest industrial design collections in the world, The Henry Ford announced a partnership with the Industrial Designers Society of America.
Infinite Constellation: Designers Transform Humble Light Into Glittering Masterpiece
Hong Kong Design Institute (HKDI) students and teachers have transformed a humble plastic light into a glittering masterpiece that will be on display in a prime location at World Expo 2010 Shanghai China.
Porsche Design P'6920 Rattrapante Receives Red Dot Award
The flyback chronograph P'6920 Rattrapante Limited Edition from the luxury brand Porsche Design has received a sought-after award at the international Red Dot Award Product Design 2010 competition.
AIA 2010 National Convention and Design Exposition: Design for the New Decade
As a new decade begins in the 21st century, architects and design professionals continue to navigate through a difficult economic climate; rise to the challenges of creating livable communities; and contemplate how the next ten years could revise the traditional ways that they practice architecture.
Autodesk Homestyler: Easy-to-Use, Free 2D and 3D Online Home Design Software
Autodesk announced the launch of Autodesk Homestyler - free online software for 2D and 3D home design and remodeling projects.
AIANY to Celebrate Design Excellence at 2010 Design Awards Luncheon, Exhibition and Programs
The American Institute of Architects New York Chapter is continuing its 2010 Design Awards program with the 5th Annual Design Awards Luncheon, the Design Awards Exhibition and the Design Awards public programs at the Center for Architecture.
Peter Eleey Appointed Curator of P.S.1 Contemporary Art Center
Klaus Biesenbach, Director of P.S.1 Contemporary Art Center, announced today that Peter Eleey has been appointed as the Curator of P.S.1.
Clever Little Bag: PUMA's New Packaging and Distribution System
After more than ten years of successful implementation of its social and environmental standards (puma.safe) and the introduction of its company initiative PUMAVision last year, PUMA launched the next pivotal phase of its ambitious long-term sustainability program on Tuesday at the Design Museum in London.
Getting the Right Design, Getting the Design Right
"Getting the Right Design, Getting the Design Right" will be addressed by solidThinking Vice President of Product Strategy and Marketing Alex Mazzardo, who will be among 40 technology thought leaders presenting during the 2010 Altair Engineering Americas HyperWorks Technology Conference (HTC).
Contemplating Monolithic Design: Sony Exhibition at Milano Salone del Mobile
Sony today opened the doors to its much anticipated exhibition "Contemplating Monolithic Design" at Milano Salone del Mobile, presenting the latest in Sony's creativity.
Finalists Unveiled In Ward's Auto Interiors Student Design Competition
If you think the interiors of tomorrow's family cars will be boring, think again.
BFC 2010 Colleges Council Graduate Preview Day
The British Fashion Council's (BFC) 2010 Colleges Council Graduate Preview Day, will take place on Wednesday 28th April 2010, 10.30am - 5pm at the Royal Institute of British Architects.
Hirameki Design x Finland
In autumn 2010, Design Forum Finland will stage a design export initiative at the Tokyo Designers Week - Hirameki Design × Finland - which will present the Japanese public with a fresh and multifaceted image of Finnish design.
Phaidon Design Classics iPad Edition
Phaidon announced the launch of a groundbreaking new application for the Apple iPad.
Riddel Architecture Completes Stunning Self Sufficient Ecohouse
Queensland-based, Riddel Architecture has completed work on a new high end private residence constructed almost entirely from the house it replaced.
Axion Gives Recycled Plastics a Caffeine Kick
Tables and chairs made with waste coffee take the cappuccino experience to a whole new level thanks to a unique coffee-aroma polymer developed by Axion Polymers for Re-worked, a London-based industrial design and product development enterprise.
Smart Design Appoints Heather Martin as Director of Interaction Design
Smart Design announced that Heather Martin joins the firm as Director of Interaction Design for their studio in Barcelona, Spain.
SOTA Catalyst Award: Call for Entries
The Society of Typographic Aficionados (SOTA) announced a new award for young people who have created original work in type design, type history, or other areas related to typography.
Crossing the Line: The 2010 D-Crit Conference
The School of Visual Arts MFA Design Criticism Department announced "Crossing the Line: The 2010 D-Crit Conference," organized by graduating D-Crit students.
Ders Hallgren to Lead Click 3X Entertainment
Click 3X hired ace CD Ders Hallgren to lead Click 3X Entertainment, the studio's award-winning broadcast design division.
Method Studios Hires Dan Glass, Drew Jones and Stephane Ceretti
Visual effects company Method Studios is expanding its feature film VFX offerings with the appointment of three major talents: Dan Glass, Drew Jones and Stephane Ceretti.
Autodesk Integrates Craft Director Studio into 2011 Versions of 3ds Max and Softimage
Craft Animations and Autodesk announced the integration of certain Craft Director Studio plug-ins within the 2011 versions of Autodesk 3ds Max, Autodesk 3ds Max Design and Autodesk Softimage software.
The Pacemaker: Lamborghini Gallardo Superleggera LP 570-4
Manfred Fitzgerald, Director Brand and Design at Lamborghini, Sant' Agata Bolognese in Italy, commissioned a product film from Philipp und Keuntje in Hamburg, Germany to present their new Gallardo LP 570-4 Superleggera.
Digital Domain Brings the Wonder of Samsung's 3D TV to Life in Stereoscopic 3D Ad Campaign
Digital production studio Digital Domain was tapped by Leo Burnett to bring the wondrous world of the Samsung 3D LED TV to life in a new stereoscopic 3D (S3D) advertising campaign for cinema and point-of-purchase, with 2D versions of the spots airing on TV.
B.U. Rocks Its Portoflio with CB'a Design Solutions
B.U., one of the flagship and most successful brands of Sarantis, wanted to launch an innovative variant of perfume and deodorant within its portfolio.
2010 State of Design Festival
The fifth State of Design Festival is set to Change By Design this year, with new look website and a host of events across Victoria.
Al Dente Restaurant Lighting by PSLAB
PSLAB BEIRUT was asked to develop a lighting concept for al dente restaurant in beirut-lebanon.
VBAT Creats New Brand Identity for Telfort
VBAT, the Amsterdam-based award-winning brand development agency, unveiled the new brand identity platform for Telfort, one of the leading Dutch telecom providers.
Good Design 2010
The world's oldest and most established global awards program for the best and most outstanding contributions to contemporary international design celebrates its historic 60-year anniversary in 2010.
Asylum Infiltrates Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon Future Soldier With Stunning Trailer for Ubisoft
Ubisoft's new Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon Future Soldier trailer gave Asylum the opportunity to shine at what it does best - making the impossible look possible.
Material ConneXion to Exhibit at the Salone del Mobile
A dynamic installation showcasing recent breakthroughs in materials innovation and design by New York-based global materials consultancy Material ConneXion, and its Italian office, Material ConneXion Milano, opened today at the 49th annual Salone Internazionale del Mobile in Milan.
Fabrica at the 2010 Milan International Furniture Show
Fabrica will present a change-inspired collection of wood furniture, Down Side Up among the off-show events at the Milan International Furniture Fair, 14-19 April 2010.
Bentley Mulsanne: Unrivalled Craftsmanship
When Bentley's craftsmen and women begin this summer to create the very first production examples of the new Mulsanne's beautiful cabin, it will represent the culmination of an extraordinary four-year journey for the Crewe-based company.
Design For Impact Boot Camp
Frog Design and Austin Center for Design announced a one-day "Design For Impact" Boot Camp.
ASID Announces ASID Awards Winners
The American Society of Interior Designers announced the six recipients of the annual ASID Awards.
Smoke & Mirrors Adds State-of-the-art Color Grading Suites to Its Arsenal
Following closely on the heels of the purchase of BEAN, which brought ace Colorist Ben Eagleton into the fold, Smoke & Mirrors has launched two new state-of-the-art color grading suites and processes for both film and digital transfers, as well as a massive centralized storage system that has vastly sped up the entire grading process.
Conservation & Preservation: The Role of Lighting in Revitalizing Our Past
Lighting is an integral part of our architectural heritage.
De-Spec Reinvents Manhattan Rooftop Lounges
This Spring, AIA award winning design firm De-Spec, in association with architect Frank Denner and Pentasia Design, unveils Upstairs at The Kimberly Hotel.
Parsons to Honor William K. Fung and Vera Wang at 2010 Fashion Benefit
Parsons The New School for Design will honor Dr. William K. Fung, Group Managing Director of Li & Fung Limited, and celebrated designer Vera Wang at its 2010 Fashion Benefit, taking place on Monday, April 26, at Pier Sixty, Chelsea Piers.
Burgopak Wins American Package Design Award Second Year in a Row
Burgopak has won the 2010 American Package Design Award for their Sony EyePet promotional pack.
RIBA Launches New Guidance on Designing for Counter-terrorism
The Royal Institute of British Architects launched practical new guidance for architects and planners on designing for counter-terrorism, ensuring they are better equipped to think about designing in security features from the outset.
Adobe Creative Suite 5
Adobe announced Adobe Creative Suite 5, a breakthrough release of the industry-leading design and development software for virtually every creative workflow.
Design Industry Research 2010
In autumn 2009 the Design Council conducted its second comprehensive survey of the UK design industry.
Dynamic Wheelchair Pictogram by Carter Wong Design
As part of a major signage and orientation scheme designed by Carter Wong for the UK's National Media Museum, the london-based designers have devised a more contemporary version of the international wheelchair symbol.
111 Navy Chair Debuts This Week at Milan Furniture Show
The Coca-Cola Company and Emeco have combined their iconic products, the Coca-Cola contour bottle package and the famous Navy Chair, to create a new chair made from at least 111 recycled plastic bottles.
Smart Design Set to Speak at agIdeas, Australia's Leading Annual Design Event
Smart Design announced that two of its designers have been invited to present at agIdeas, Australia's most prominent annual design conference, which takes place 26-30 April in Melbourne.
Alessi's Tonale Table Service Wins Elle Deco International Design Award
Alessi announced that the "Tonale" table service, designed by David Chipperfield, has received an ELLE DECO International Design Award (EDIDA).
Smoke & Mirrors Inks Brian Benson
Smoke & Mirrors has further enhanced its world-class Flame team with the hiring of Brian Benson.
Click 3X Images for Rihanna Go From the Video Screen to the Stage
The dance-hall imagery and animation courtesy of Click 3X for Rihanna's chart-topping music video Rude Boy are too good to stay on the small screen-the pop princess likes them so much, she's using them bigger-than-life in her live show.
Tonic: Collection of Seats for Rossin
On occasion of Milan furniture fair 2010, Lorenz Kaz announced Tonic seat collection, designed for north-Italian brand Rossin.
Frog Design Appoints Jan Chipchase as Executive Creative Director of Global Insights
Frog Design announced the appointment of Jan Chipchase to the role of Executive Creative Director of Global Insights.
Gain: AIGA Design and Business Conference 2010
Design has the power to change the direction of businesses, provide fuel for economies and even change lives.