Further evidence emerges that less students are studying design
Official exam figures show that far fewer students are now taking up art and design subjects at GCSE level, while the number of students studying EBacc subjects is on the rise.
Growth Rings, by Lantern
Lantern has a created a new brand identity for furniture maker and social enterprise company, Growth Rings. The new look comes as the furniture and homeware business – which provides
Margaret Calvert and Johanna Basford among those recognised in Queen’s Birthday Honours
Designers including Margaret Calvert, Johanna Basford and Lady Frances Sorrell have been recognised in this year’s Queen’s Birthday Honours. We’ve rounded up the full list of recipients selected for their
John Makepeace scoops Prince Philip Designers Prize
Prince Philip has handed designer maker Makepeace the prize in recognition of his work as a designer and contribution to the industry.
CRL opens applications for tech startup programme
The west London-based product design incubator wants 12 startups to join its nine-month programme from September.
Greg Bunbury: "One project demonstrated how graphic design could be a tool for social change"
Graphic designer, digital designer and illustrator Greg Bunbury has worked his way across the industry over the years after cutting his teeth at Interbrand. His proudest moment was when he realised that
Peace Corps overhauls logo as part of “mission-driven” rebrand
The Peace Corps has unveiled a refreshed logo and brand, designed to inspire a “mission-driven” audience of millennials, to “change lives the world over”. The Peace Corps is a volunteer programme
Freelance State of Mind: Fighting back against “corporate bullies”
Freelance illustrator Ben Tallon wants designers to stand up for themselves when being asked to work for free, particularly when companies which should know better are involved.
Win tickets to New Designers 2016 graduate show
Enter into our draw to win one of five pairs of tickets for New Designers at London’s Business Design Centre, set to showcase work from more than 3,000 design graduates.
Creative Industries Federation members survey shows 96% want to stay in EU
New research from Creative Industries Federation has shown that the majority of its members who were surveyed want to remain within the EU.
A campaign designed to inspire young voters to stay in the EU
Consultancy Venturethree has opted for an “informal” approach with the campaign it has designed for Britain Stronger in Europe, which is hoping to increase young voter engagement with its cause.
Apple reveals new store concept featuring living “green wall” and public workspace
Technology giant Apple has opened a new concept store in San Francisco, US, which will act as a 24-hour work and gathering space for the general public, as well as
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Introducing Design Week’s new editorial team
We’re excited to announce the new Design Week editorial team ahead of the platform’s relaunch this autumn. Rob Alderson joins as Editor, with Clare Dowdy as Senior Writer.
Remembering Sir Kenneth Grange – 1929-2024
It is with great sadness that we heard about the passing of the hugely influential British designer, Sir Kenneth Grange.
From the archives: Picture Post
As we head back into our archives, here’s a gem from March 1990. Jane Lewis looks at the creative ways design firms promoted their services through mail-outs.
From the archives: Driving back to the future
During our pause, we’re re-publishing the occasional article from deep in our archives. This March 1990 column by our founder, Jeremy Myerson, looks at car design trends.
Design Week is resting, and we’ll be back soon
In December 2023, it was announced that Design Week was closing its doors. However – good news! We’re reopening by the end of summer 2024!
Design across five decades: from the editors who brought you Design Week
As the design industry propelled itself forward, we were always there to champion, inform, analyse and guide the way.
Design Week quiz: a look back through the ages
Have you been paying attention for the last four decades? Only one way to find out.
Design Week: 1986-2023
Design Week closes, having championed design excellence for the past 38 years.
What will retail and experience design look like in 2024?
As part of our series on design in 2024, WeWantMore creative director Ruud Belmans offers his view on what retail and experience design might look like next year.
What will exhibition design look like in 2024?
As part of our series on design in 2024, Studio Arc director Lyndsey Bowditch offers her view on what exhibition design might look like next year.
Why 2024 will be the “year of creative emergence” when it comes to AI
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
Taking the form of a ‘vagina-like’ tent, INTER/her by Camille Baker uses cutting edge tech to open up conversations around issues like ovarian and cervical cancer, endometriosis, and menopause.
