Choosing a particular bicycle conveys an attitude and a way of life. For a young generation, bicycles have now replaced cars as the vehicles that best express its identity and this book shows why. Rid
An inside look by designers and clients at graphic design's main playground and proving ground--working for cultural institutions. Originality is the guiding principle of art and culture. The visual c
The guidebook to Germany's capital of creativity. Berlin's mayor once summed up the city as "poor but sexy." Today, Berlin's creative scene has moved on and is more alive, experimental, and profession
The future of spatial branding experiences. New concepts for communicating brands via architecture, trade show presentations, shops, and interior design. Brand communication is becoming increasingly s
Arguably one of the most influential innovators of modern collage. Sergei Sviatchenko’s work leaves viewers in a state of satisfied confusion. The Ukrainian-Danish artist’s intent and message might no
The fine art of advertising is moving billions in currency and turns the masses into happy consumers. The not-so secret visual language behind successful ad-campaigns is now revealed by French blogger
Lightness and transparency in contemporary Japanese architecture explored and explained by Kengo Kuma Laboratory.In Japanese art and textile printing, the use of patterns has a long tradition. In Japa
Although, or perhaps because, most of us write less and less by hand, our fascination for handwritten letterforms is growing. Typeface designers who specialize in traditional, charming, or spectacular
The first book of visual identities, photographs, typefaces, books, films, posters, and installations by Akatre. The visual identities, installations, and editorial designs of French design agency Aka
When, in 1909, the color photography pioneer Sergei Mikhailovich Prokudin- Gorskii began his journey to capture all of Russia in color images on behalf of the czar, the scope and importance of his und
A new generation of creatives is increasingly producing work at the nexus of art and design. A young trailblazer of this movement is Sebastian Errazuriz, who successfully melds elements of sculpture a
CRAS is a collection of recent work by the Brazilian artist and illustrator Stephan Doitschinoff, who is also known as Calma. His powerful images find their creative cadence at the nexus of urban art
Mutabor has developed into one of the most important and creative design agencies in Germany. The company has also made a name for itself internationally with its succinct logos and icons for renowned
Tattoos, which were once an exclusively underground phenomenon, now have mass appeal. This evolution from sub-culture to mainstream has brought fresh ideas, tensions, and shifts with it, and tradition
"The communications industry is the only agency possessing the capacity to convey the knowledge necessary for sustainable development to the required extent and in the timeframe we have at our disposa
Today's visual culture is shaped by a vast wealth of influences from diverse styles, cultures, and eras. Handcrafts including crochet, papercraft, and the design of costumes and masks are being melded
The architecture of the last several decades was shaped by the need for individual representation and demarcation. Today, a growing countermovement is focusing on the development of public space as a
Going out to enjoy eating, drinking, and spending time together is practically a basic human need. Digital networking and social media have increased our demand and appreciation for face-to-face encou
Children see the world with different eyes. Through illustrated stories in children's books they learn about the world in which they live. The best picture books for children not only feature wonderfu
The world famous children’s book illustrator reveals the range of his artistic skill. Oliver Jeffers is a world famous creator of picture books for children, such as the award-winning Lost and Found a
