There's something about the ridiculously cute characters of Mochimochi Land that has me running to Spotlight in search of knitting needles and wool. I don't now how to knit, I have zero patience and I'm pretty sure I'm going to be the world's worst knitter...
Continue ReadingAfter the devastation of the earthquakes in Christchurch New Zealand, there are now a number of opportunities arising that may very well see Christchurch be a new world leader in innovation and sustainability. Although the casualties and mass destruction of infrastructure is of course something that...
Continue ReadingCheck out this fantastically creative fence art designed and produced by Dutch design outfit: Demarkersvan – Lace Fence. Dutch design strikes again!!! [caption id="attachment_7353" align="alignleft" width="500" caption="Images by Lace Fence."][/caption] Lace Fence have crafted something which was purely functional with a hostile stigma into something aesthetic and...
Continue ReadingLet's face it, sweets are forever in style. Who can't resist a fancy dessert, a gourmet cupcake, or the sweet-of-the-moment, a macaroon? Whether it's for formal celebrations like engagement parties or weddings, corporate events or just a swanky morning tea at home with cakes that...
Continue ReadingWe're all very excited about the Cannes Lions Festival which is currently in full swing. Shortlists and winners are being announced daily at the Cannes Lions website and diary entries from Aussie representatives at Cannes are being detailed at Campaign Brief. The festival describes itself as...
Continue ReadingI chose this TED Talk to share with the Brio Group team this morning as I liked how Thomas Heatherwick's London Architect firm considered their designs in a holistic approach. Not only did they consider the impact their designs have on the existing natural and...
Continue ReadingWhen building a successful brand, it's important to understand the impact your logo will have on how you are perceived within the market, its ability to communicate, and its appeal to your target market. This doesn't necessarily mean it has to say or look like...
Continue ReadingOk shameless plug here: we're all very excited to have our website SpareTicket.com.au shortlisted for the Qantm Create Design Awards presented by Desktop! We'd love it if you 'liked' or tweeted us here: www.createawards.com.au/shortlisted/round-one/spareticket/ You can see all the round 1 finalists in the latest issue...
Continue ReadingTeaching branded fashion this semester at Billy Blue College of Design has resulted in me uncovering the story and inspiration behind many established and young fashion designers. In particular we discuss the connection behind their design philosophy and how that transfers to their work and...
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