Maps have seemed to go the way of the dinosaur. No longer do we fumble in the car with a folded up piece of paper. Smart phones and navigation systems have freed drivers up and made the roadways safer. But that does not mean that maps are completely obsolete. Nostalgia for the past, as well […]

It’s been 63 years since 75 very lucky souls were the first to buy Jaguar D-Type sports cars. The iconic car would go on to win many races at the racetrack, including the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1955, 1956 and 1957. Although it was slated to build 100 cars, only 75 were actually […]

For well-established brands, there are few more risky endeavors than updating a logo. There are important considerations, like nostalgia and goodwill associated with the branding, and the potential for catastrophe is huge. Some brands are able to refresh their look in a way that is consistent with their history and also looks to the future. […]

We’ve all been there: trying to come up with a design, a story, a pitch, or a logo, when suddenly, without warning, you get brain freeze. The phenomenon that writers call being “blocked” is common across all creative disciplines. We’ve collected seven tips to help creatives gain victory over their blocked minds. Improv You don’t […]

Animation is an incredible art form, but to fully master the form takes significant hands-on learning and expensive software. Thankfully, there are many free resources for animators, including software, 2D software, music and more. Here are six great free resources every animator should know about. The 11 Second Club Get feedback on your skills and […]

It’s almost time for Valentine’s Day, which seems to arrive earlier and earlier every year. (Target unveiled Valentine cards and candy on December 23rd!) But not all Valentine’s Day products involve candy, flowers, and cards. Ikea has decided to go in a different direction: a special collection for that special person in your life. The […]

Shiplap is out, and so is white subway tile. According to Houzz, 2018 interior design trends are here and ready to shakeup many of the styles that have dominated the next decade. If you think your house could use a makeup, consider using these techniques to give it a fresh look. Backsplash Mayhem For years, […]

A new museum exhibit a London’s Design Museum celebrates the art of the Ferrari. The show, which runs until mid-April, 2018, is a celebration of Enzo Ferrari’s vision for automobiles. Its a vision that has always been glamorous, attracting actors and athletes like Paul Newman, Elvis Presley, Bridget Bardot, Sammy Davis Jr., Peter Sellers, John […]

The Cleveland Indians and Major League Baseball have announced that the team will stop using its controversial Chief Wahoo logo on its jerseys and hats, starting in 2019. MLB and the Indians will continue to sell licensed merchandise bearing the smiling Indian. The logo has been a topic of controversy for decades, since it is […]

The founder of Ikea, Ingvar Kamprad, died at age 91. The furniture pioneer started an empire which centered around simple, modern, low-cost furniture. Ikea revolutionized the furniture industry and its designs have become iconic all over the world. Kamprad started his business at just age 17, while living with his family on a dairy farm […]