Johnson Banks creates an up-to-date classroom
Johnson Banks is putting the finishing touches to a massive project aimed at updating Britain’s image in the British Council’s 900 classrooms worldwide. Creative director Michael Johnson says: “I went
Fitch & Co export wine
Rodney Fitch & Co in Hong Kong has created the identity and interiors for Watson’s Wine Cellar, a new chain of wine shops in the former British colony.
God’s short of wads
Religion is having a hard time of it. Dome organisers at the New Millennium Experience Company have confessed they are unable to find sponsors for the spiritual zone of the
Making an exhibition
With more and more choices for our leisure time, museums and galleries need to shout loud to gain any attention. Design Week looks at how three museums are planning to
Brief
Tooltoys will feature over 250 products which function as both a tool and a toy, bridging the gap between education and entertainment. From 15 September until 16 October. Contact: 00
Creativity in packaging design is still thriving
I’m one of Richard Murray’s fans and was, therefore, surprised to read his pessimistic column (Private View, DW 24 July), mourning the loss of creativity in packaging design. Where is
Brief
People are very much the focus of The British Council’s new annual report, created by Leeds consultancy Elmwood. This is the first time the report has not been designed by
To raise fees we should recognise strategic input
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Reading the image
Natalie Spencer continues her monthly selection of graphics projects which feature striking images.
The family business
The DBA’s plans to examine provisions for maternity leave show a wide range of allowances. Tom Bawden finds these are particularly dependent on the size of the organisation.
Brief
Blue Source has created a range of materials for the Health Education Authority’s latest anti-smoking drive. Apparently staff at the consultancy themselves gave up the evil weed during the project.
Funding boost for museums
Culture Secretary Chris Smith is expected to announce more detailed plans tomorrow from the Department of Culture, Media and Sport in response to the Government’s comprehensive spending review, which was
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As part of our series on design in 2024, Mia Blume – founder of Design Dept. and Designing with AI – tells us that next year will be a “paradigm
Using VR to break outdated taboos around women’s health
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