Redesigning plastics project, by various
A group of Central Saint Martins (CSM) students have reimagined the future of plastics for their graduate design projects. Briefed by Studio Into and recycling charity the Ellen MacArthur Foundation,
5 important things that happened in design this week
From a rebrand for the Southbank Centre to a visit to Dundee, the UK’s latest cultural hotspot, we round-up the news from the last seven days.
Queen’s speech 2017: design industry reacts to Government’s plans
The Queen’s Speech has laid out the Government’s plans for the next two years, which include bills around Brexit, technical education and the national living wage. We look at what
Technology will Save Us: the design studio teaching kids to value art and science
We visit the East London-based start-up to find out about its latest crowdfunding campaign, and the importance of learning creativity, technology and science from a young age.
Creative Industries Federation asks Government to rethink Brexit following election
Following the Conservatives failing to win a majority last week, the organisation is pushing for a “soft” Brexit to secure free trade and the rights of EU citizens.
5 important things that happened in design this week
From a new Swedish museum showcasing brands’ biggest “f*ck ups” to the design industry’s fears around Brexit and creative talent, we round up the important news from the last seven
10 graduate design shows to look out for this summer
Read our pick of art and design degree shows at colleges and universities all over the UK this summer, which will showcase graduate work spanning disciplines from product and textile
The 2017 Design Week graduate show guide
If you’re planning to head to any graduate design shows this summer, here is our comprehensive guide to all of this year’s exhibitions.
General election 2017: what are political parties offering the creative industries?
With the general election due to take place this week, we look at the six main parties’ policies around creative education, small businesses, and art and culture.
Post-Brexit immigration cuts will “damage” creative industries, says CIF
The Creative Industries Federation’s latest survey reveals that 73% of respondents believe the restrictions on freedom of movement following the UK leaving the EU will limit their businesses’ capacity to
5 important things that happened in design this week
Apple’s Jony Ive took up a position at the Royal College of Art, and the London Design Festival announced its line-up – the important design news from the last seven
RCA appoints Apple design chief Jony Ive as new chancellor
Ive will take over from James Dyson at London’s Royal College of Art in July, and aims to better connect art, design and technology at the university.
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