Herbert Leupin Poster: Pelikan and Swiss Graphic Design
Herbert Leupin’s 1952 Pelikan poster turns a pen, inkwell and bird mascot into a witty study in Swiss advertising and visual identity.Read More →
January 31, 2025
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Herbert Leupin’s 1952 Pelikan poster turns a pen, inkwell and bird mascot into a witty study in Swiss advertising and visual identity.Read More →
Scandinavian design, focusing on warm ochre and neutral tones, connects to nature and the environment. It embodies minimalism, functionality, textural variety, and a respect for natural light, reflecting a commitment to sustainability and timeless elegance.
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Inspired by archaeology, lost civilizations, and the art of illustration, James Gurney’s children book Dinotopia creates an extraordinary place where humans and dinosaurs live in harmony.Read More →
Aldo Cibic’s transformed apartment in Shanghai, blending Italian design and local influences. Image courtesy of Shine.cn. Aldo Cibic, a renowned figure in Italian design forRead More →
A delightful set of photo postcards made in Norway in the 1960s. Wonderfully, nearly all the cards in the set include a cheerful red car (of various makes), merrily making its way through the Norwegian countryside. The postcards thus evoke a series of personal snapshots of one person’s road-trip.Read More →
In 1953, Sylvia Plath arrived in New York City, staying at the iconic Barbizon Hotel. For some women, it was a launch pad; for others, a trap.Read More →
Found after her death, Vivian Maier’s photographs capture New York City in motion.
Two years before Vivian Maier died in 2009 at age 83, 30,000 of her negatives were bought at a Chicago thrift auction by former estate agent John Maloof.Read More →
Johannes Gutenberg‘s contribution to printing technology lies in perfecting movable type, not its invention, impacting art and design across Europe.Read More →
The Notus Remote Control System, a 2018 Red Dot Design Award winner, redefines user interaction with advanced technology, thoughtful design, and a user-centric approach.Read More →
Typography is a crucial part of graphic design, requiring skill and creativity. It enhances the aesthetic and functionality of digital design. Good design serves a purpose.Read More →