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Real life design: an imperfect process

April 18, 2011

I think I had watched one too many design conference videos on Vimeo, or read one too many utopian blog posts on perfect design practice. And something went *click*. For developing designers the profusion of inspiring blog posts, videos, tweets and community activity can be hugely helpful, motivating… and not a little overwhelming. The thrust [...]

The London Tube map

April 24, 2010

As far back as I can remember, the London Tube map has simply been there. As a piece of design it is hard to fault, and its longevity speaks volumes. As with all design though, once it has outlived its purpose or outstayed its welcome, it’s time to go. However, having used the map as [...]

Vancouver 2004/2010

February 28, 2010

It’s been kind of odd watching the 2010 Winter Olympics. I was in Vancouver at the time that the city won the bid, back in 2004. Although on a holiday, my professional interest soon peaked when an emerging story related to the Games’ logo started to emerge. The Vancouver Olympic Committee (VANOC) launched a competition [...]