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The McDonalds Redesign That Could Have Been

Designer Daily

In the 1970s, McDonald’s was at a pivotal point in its growth, and the fast-food giant sought to enhance its brand identity. To achieve this, McDonald’s engaged Unimark International, a prominent design firm, to explore a comprehensive redesign of its packaging and signage. This collaboration aimed to create a more cohesive and appealing visual identity for the restaurant chain.

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Kleenex unveils new identity by Turner Duckworth to mark 100th anniversary

Creative Boom

Designed in collaboration with Kleenex's parent company, Kimberly-Clark, the refresh offers more than just a makeover—it unites the iconic tissue brand across global markets as it commemorates a century in business. Kleenex, the world-renowned facial tissue brand, marks its centenary with a new global identity crafted by Turner Duckworth. This redesign aims to bring consistency to the brand across all regions while infusing it with a distinct personality that highlights its role in life's "unexp

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Sustana by Collins

BP&O

For non-design nuts or print nerds, paper might seem pretty high up in the scale of banality and boringness. That’s likely the reason that the Wernham Hogg paper company was the setting of The Office: paper, and Slough, formed an easy sitcom shorthand for all that was unremarkable, trivial, and emphatically dry. But in fact, there’s a lot more to The post Sustana by Collins appeared first on BP&O - Branding, Packaging and Opinion.

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Booooooom Shop: Tomorrow’s Talent 4 Book

Booooooom

Featuring the work of 60 fine artists and illustrators, this one has more images and pages than we've ever included before (nearly twice as thick as TT Vol. II). You can see a full list of all the contributing artists below!

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Let's Talk Trends: Designing for Maximum Impact

Speaker: Amber Asay, Creative Director and Founder of award-winning design studio Nice People

Understanding what trends are happening and how they’re impacting the competitive landscape is crucial to providing top dollar design strategy to your clients. With so many trends coming and going, it can be overwhelming to determine which ones you should capitalize on and which ones might not be worth the trouble. In this exclusive webinar with Amber Asay, we’ll explore graphic design trends that need to die, trends that are starting to pick up and why, trends that have come and gone, and how t

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Download the 30+ Latest Free Fonts to Boost Your Creativity

Graphic Design Junction

If you are a graphic designer, staying updated with trends is key to staying ahead. Using the latest free fonts and fresh typography styles can instantly improve your work and keep your designs looking modern and creative. One of the best ways to breathe new life into your projects is by experimenting with the new free fonts. Whether you’re working on advertisement posters, brand guidelines , or even designing a logo, fonts play a pivotal role in creating visual impact.

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How building a 'secret repertoire' helps you generate original ideas

Creative Boom

Every creative should have a secret place to collect inspiration and visual references – mymind makes it easy to do so. As creatives, we're expected to pull original ideas out of thin air. But here's the thing: we're not actually coming up with something from nothing. In truth, our ideas stem from our personal experiences – the visuals, moments, cultural references, music, movies, architecture, designs and other inspiration we mentally collect over our lifetime.

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Víctor Arce’s hazy, digital artworks are inspired by the nostalgic touch of retro computing

Its Nice That

The Barcelona-based artist is bringing back early internet aesthetics and 90’s web design, making the digital landscapes of your RGB dreams.

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Top 50 Halloween Fonts to Haunt Your Designs

Graphic Design Junction

The spooky season is upon us, and whether you’re crafting eerie invitations, designing creepy social media posts, or revamping your website for Halloween, the right fonts can make all the difference. Halloween fonts can transform any design into a chilling masterpiece, adding the perfect dose of fright or fun. From blood-dripping letters to whimsical witchy typefaces, Halloween fonts give your projects the haunting touch they need to stand out.

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We Solve Murders: D8 brings Richard Osman's new book to visual life for Penguin

Creative Boom

Since the launch of the Thursday Murder Club in 2019, The British TV personality has quickly become a global publishing sensation. Adrian Carroll of D8 explains the part the agency played in his latest release. When creative design agency D8 was approached by Penguin Random House to work on the launch campaign for Richard Osman's latest novel We Solve Murders, it marked the continuation of a successful partnership.

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Fabien Cappello Crafts a Colorful Mosaic of Collaborations

Design Milk

Sometimes, inspiration strikes in the most unexpected places. For designer Fabien Cappello , it was a local newspaper called Mural in Guadalajara that sparked a collaboration and creative journey with a nearby mosaic workshop. Cappello, who has called Mexico home since 2016, stumbled upon a news story about a mural featuring an eighteenth-century bishop, but it wasn’t the historical figure that caught his eye – it was the craftsmanship of the intricate mosaic.

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The Democratization of Design: Giving Creators & Marketers the Tools to Succeed

Brands must create and share impactful content to thrive, but they have less people, tighter budgets, and fewer resources to do so. Learn how to publish and market digital content with the same professionalism as organizations with million-dollar budgets.

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Turner Duckworth’s Kleenex rebrand features a bespoke serif inspired by “a mean case of the sniffles”

Its Nice That

The international branding agency’s strategic and visual overhaul looks to reinforce the tissue maker’s leadership in the industry, and bring a modern tone to the 100-year-old brand.

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40 Beautiful Examples of Clean Web Design for Inspiration & Ideas

SpeckyBoy

In recent years, the world of web design has undergone significant changes. While responsive design and web fonts have revolutionized the field, modern design trends have moved away from skeuomorphism and towards a cleaner, flatter aesthetic. Web typography has become larger and more prominent, and content has taken center stage, with page-load speed being a critical factor in determining a site’s success.

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Where's the best place to work as a creative: agency, in-house or freelance?

Creative Boom

Image licensed via Adobe Stock There are so many options that deciding where and how to work can be difficult. We canvas the opinions of seasoned creative professionals to help you make your decision. You know you want to work in a creative profession. It's your passion, and in the immortal words of Mark Twain, "Find a job you enjoy doing, and you will never have to work a day in your life".

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Pocket Passiv Is a Tiny 366-Square-Foot Net-Zero Home in Australia

Design Milk

Nestled in the dense urban suburb of Glebe, New South Wales, Australia, Pocket Passiv presents a unique solution to the housing challenges of inner-city living. Designed by Anderson Architecture , this tiny house project is a compact, sustainable residence that reimagines space utilization and energy efficiency. With a total area of just 366 square feet, the project makes ingenious use of a previously unused corner of a terrace house block, illustrating how even the smallest of spaces can be tra

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Rethinking Creative Workflows: Increasing Efficiency in the Design Process

As the design industry evolves, teams are facing new challenges and a need to produce more outstanding creative work than ever. Leaders must learn how to adapt their processes to solve today’s—and tomorrow’s—unique design challenges. In this e-book, you’ll learn how to establish your creative workflow and leverage the power of CorelDRAW® Graphics Suite to streamline the entire design process, from start to finish.

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Gamervision launches 3D exhibition celebrating virtual photography –and I'm obsessed

Creative Bloq

As a gamer, Virtual Photography never fails to amaze and inspire me. The possibilities are endless when exploring virtual worlds.

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Ten photographers demonstrate the raw and resonant power of instant photography

Its Nice That

Led by Polaroid and Magnum, this open call has resulted in an exhibition showcasing the photographers’ explorations through the lens of Polaroid’s I-2 camera.

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Graphic designers share their top tips for choosing the right fonts

Creative Boom

Image licensed via Adobe Stock Selecting the perfect typeface for your design projects couldn't be more important. Graphic designers share their expert insights on how to do so. As anyone who's been a graphic designer for more than a few days will know, selecting the perfect font for a project is crucial. The right typeface can bring a brand to life, enhance readability and accessibility, and convey your intended message with clarity and style.

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Crafting Topographies: Hand-Embroidered Wall Art by Morii Design

Design Milk

Fabric is as old as we are – some of the first and oldest artifacts found at ancient archeological sites were spindles and weaving materials. Cloth holds tradition, and this is the driving force behind Crafting Topographies , which features hand-embroidered wall art from Brinda Dudhat of Morii Design. This exhibition, which started in September at Salon Design and curated by designer Suchi Reddy , celebrates traditional Indian weaving techniques and it’s stewardship by women, centered in t

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Creative Insights: Data-Backed Trends to Help You Design Successful Content

In today’s competitive markets, how do you make sure that your content not only stands out but performs well? How can you predict whether certain design choices will result in clicks, engagement, downloads, and other drivers of ROI? Shutterstock’s Creative Insights Report (Q3) is your window into the hottest trends that are transforming the creative world.

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Dressed to the Canines: Helga Stentzel Styles Playful Clothesline Illusions

Colossal

The cat’s pajamas take on new meaning in Helga Stentzel ’s fashionable menagerie. Working in what she calls “household surrealism,” the London-based artist styles cheeky illusions from socks, sweatshirts, and even onesies that, once draped over a washline, appear like a cow grazing in a pasture or a sloth hanging lazily from a branch.

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The best typography of the 1990s, according to type experts

Creative Bloq

From cool experimental type to Comic Sans, we present the fonts that defined the '90s.

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Meet Tüpokompanii, the type foundry redefining letterforms through 'mistakes' and tradition

Creative Boom

Founded in 2022 by Andree Paat and Aimur Takk, Tüpokompanii is embracing an unusual approach. Blending local heritage with experimental design, the duo creates unique typefaces that push the boundaries of traditional type design. Based in Tallinn, Estonia, type design studio Tüpokompanii prides itself on a "mistake-driven" approach, thrives on seeking out letterforms' "unexpected qualities", and is a "design-driven" studio.

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Guests Dine in the Round at Desa Potato Head Restaurant Dome

Design Milk

Named for its defining architectural element, Dome is a new restaurant within Bali’s ever-popular Desa Potato Head resort. Joining its rich offering of hospitality and cultural amenities, which includes a beach club, 225-room hotel, and spa, the OMA -designed haunt reflects the sprawling destination’s earthy aesthetic and embodies its eco-conscious mandate all while introducing a tinge of urbane refinement. “We wanted the space to be inviting, a place for connecting with like-minded indivi

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From Visualization to Execution: Exploring Our Strengths as Designers

Speaker: Sean Adams, ArtCenter College of Design

Thomas Edison once said “Vision without execution is hallucination.” This statement applies not just to invention, but to graphic design. One of the greatest strengths of graphic designers is the ability to first develop a concept and then execute it to make it real. From visualization and ideation all the way through to actuation and execution, each step of this process takes skill and expertise.

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50 Best Fonts Based on the Top Typography Trends to Watch in 2025

We And The Color

Browse our extensive list of 50 popular fonts based on the top 10 typography trends designers will love in 2025. We have looked intensively at both current and emerging typography and font trends. Thanks to our global community and close contact with many font designers, we have received a lot of feedback, suggestions, and completely new insights. As we look ahead to 2025, the world of typography is set for exciting changes while we also see some classics again.

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The best typography of the 1990s, according to type experts

Creative Bloq

From cool experimental type to Comic Sans, we present the fonts that defined the '90s.

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Fitzroy of London exudes accessible luxury with new brand by SUN

Creative Boom

A new monogram, sleek colour palette and complementary family of typefaces all contribute to a more memorable and emotive brand experience for the accessible luxury bathroom supplier. Studio Up North (SUN) has rebranded accessible bathroom designer and manufacturer Fitzroy of London, giving it an identity that reflects the craft and quality of its products while unifying its portfolio under one name.

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Pro-Ject Shares the Art of Building Stellar, Affordable Turntables

Design Milk

Being an audiophile can be expensive, with quality speakers, amplifiers, and turntables often costing thousands of dollars. However, some brands, like Pro-Ject , stand out by offering high-performance turntables at more reasonable prices. The Pro-Ject Debut EVO, in particular, was huge for the audio space, offering premium build quality, a stylish design, and the components necessary for best-in-class audio.

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Web Design for All: Accessibility, Inclusivity and Beyond

Speaker: Eden Spivak, Design Expert and Editor at Wix & Nir Horesh, Accessibility Lead and Senior Product Manager at Wix

When we design products or websites for people like ourselves, there are many others who are, as a result, left out. From visually impaired users who rely on assistive technology, to people with a temporary injury such as a broken arm, tech users are forever diverse and beautifully unique. The products we design can, and should, reflect the extremely wide range of human experiences and needs.

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25+ Essential Event Stationery Templates for InDesign & Photoshop

SpeckyBoy

Putting together an in-person event can be a huge job. For example, consider all the printed stationery you’ll need. First, you’ll need materials to promote the event like posters and brochures. They’re important tools for spreading the word and attracting attendees. From there, it’s all about giving attendees the materials they need to enjoy the event.

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How to choose a drawing tablet

Creative Bloq

Our expert guide to how to choose a drawing tablet for digital art and illustration, whether you want a beginner pen tablet or a pro pen display.

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Tesco's new 'quality' campaign by BBH London redesigns its logo with fresh food

Creative Boom

The spot wants to remind shoppers of the quality behind every item. The bold, stripped-back approach invites us to rediscover the supermarket's commitment to great produce and ingredients. In the fiercely competitive world of weekly shopping, standing out is no easy feat. Tesco's latest campaign, crafted by BBH London, rises to the challenge by embracing simplicity and prioritising quality over quantity.

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Get Outside With Tivoli Tech Tiles by Cristina Celestino for OUTERclé

Design Milk

What a relief that maximalism is now well accepted within the design community. For the past decade or so, the renter-friendly ‘beige-ification’ of homes, decor, and even children’s products is pervasive as much as it is dreary. Color is biologically pleasing to us, and can have incredible mental benefits. The new Tivoli Tech tile collection by designer Cristina Celestino for OUTERclé encourages us to bring some color to our outdoor spaces as well, highlighting the need for joy

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How to Create Stunning Typography With the Corel Type Tool Kit

Download this free eBook to learn how you can create stunning typography, using the basics, such as placing text, to advanced controls like ligatures, variable fonts, effects, tracking, range kerning, and everything in between. Learn how to: Use Character Control to add variety to your font styles. Use Paragraph Control to manage spacing, alignment, justification and more.