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Is This The New "Modern Farmhouse"? The Happy, Warm & Inviting Trend Arlyn Is Seriously Crushing On - Emily Henderson

The article discusses a new style in interior design touted by the author as the 'new Modern Farmhouse.' [ more ]

Remodelista

Quick Takes With Carol Song - Remodelista

Fresh and inspiring Korean cafe, Dae New York, led by trend-setter Carol Song.

Carol Song's design preferences include reorganizing clutter, white Dove paint, and disliking Terrazzo tile. [ more ]

SFGATE

Exclusive: The Designer Behind Homes on 'Succession,' 'The Kardashians,' and Other Famous Interiors-See Pics

Cheryl Eisen specializes in designing spaces for celebrities like Kim Kardashian and Jeff Bezos.

Celebrities' homes often start as average before being professionally staged. [ more ]

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Books

11 Vintage Interiors Books to Fuel Your Home Design Fantasies

Analog sources of inspiration, like vintage design books, can offer exciting ideas and help counter the rapid churn of online design trends.

Brigette Romanek recommends 'The Decoration of Houses' by Edith Wharton and Ogden Codman Jr., which outlines historical design traditions and the then-new approaches to interior design elements. [ more ]

Itsnicethat

"Would you carry this?": GoldBug rebrands to beat young parent tote test

GoldBug was known for its four brand faces in the baby and kids products market in the US.

The company is evolving into a direct-to-consumer model, adapting to modern consumer preferences for bold and vibrant designs. [ more ]

www.fastcompany.com

Why Essence just revived its 50-year-old logo

Relevance and legacy are essential for brand refreshes

Setting trends rather than following them is crucial for brand evolution [ more ]

Itsnicethat

Monotype's type trends report predicts 90s and Y2K grunge, AI-inspired surrealism and a return of serif fonts

The article discusses three trends in typography: 'EverythingAllOfTheTime', 'De-form', and 'Return of the Serif' and 'Quirk'

Monotype's Creative Type Director discusses the role of typography in reflecting and shaping cultural conversations [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

April design news: the history of hi-fi, the future of energy and a pizza watch

The importance of nostalgia in design trends

Exploring past design for solutions to modern problems [ more ]

www.fastcompany.com

Serifs are in, simplicity is out, and nostalgia is back with a vengeance. Here are the type trends that will rule 2024

Serifs are making a comeback in design trends for 2024.

Designers are embracing maximalism, nostalgia, and playful quirks in their designs. [ more ]

PRINT Magazine

The Monotype 2024 Type Trends Report Has Dropped!

Traditional serif fonts and '90s/'00s nostalgia are key trends in typography for 2024.

The Monotype Type Trends Report connects each trend to a specific musical genre through reimagined vinyl LP covers. [ more ]

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Design Milk

1 week ago

Design Takes Shape at NeoCon 2024 - Will We See You There?

NeoCon 2024 offers a platform for exploring design through keynote presentations and CEU sessions, featuring industry leaders and visionaries. [ more ]

Fast Company

1 week ago

10 things to do at New York Design Week

New York Design Week from May 16-23 includes ICFF, Cooper Hewitt's exhibition, Parsons School of Design, and Made in Italy NYC events. [ more ]

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5 days ago

An Often Unseen Setting Reappears

Designers craft invisible settings to highlight gemstones, while some are now incorporating metal as a standout element in high jewelry pieces. [ more ]

Curbed

3 weeks ago

Wendy Goodman's Picks From Milan Design Week

The Milan Furniture Fair showcased innovative designs in lighting, soft seating, and modern craft with a focus on eco-friendly materials and processes. [ more ]

Design Milk

The Tres Collection Proves That Good Things Come in Threes

The Tres home furnishings collection by MUT Design embodies the concept of perfection in threes, offering tables with distinctive features in design and finishes. [ more ]

Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News

You can buy a DIY Prefab Tiny House on Amazon and it's cheaper than you think - Yanko Design

Million-dollar homes are becoming the norm in cities due to rising house rates.

Micro-living and tiny homes are gaining popularity as people embrace the idea of living in cosier spaces. [ more ]

Creative Bloq

23 hours ago

Everyone's still talking about that outrageous Pepsi logo design document

Big brands are revisiting heritage branding trends, with some uncovering over-the-top design documents in their archives. [ more ]

Creative Bloq

1 week ago

The most annoying design trends according to graphic designers

Design trends can quickly become overused and lose their impact, leading to pet peeves among graphic designers. [ more ]

Creative Bloq

2 weeks ago

Somehow, I don't hate Nike's new jacket-tent hybrid

Nike combines raincoat and sunshade tent in a functional yet quirky design. [ more ]

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Ranked! The 10 best Hummel football kits ever

Hummel is known for producing iconic and unique football kit designs.

The article highlights some of the best football kit designs in history from various teams. [ more ]

Itsnicethat

POV: Timesheets are hated by creatives - so why have we enforced them?

Designers struggle to balance creativity and time tracking

Increased demand for design assets and remote work leads to widespread time tracking adoption [ more ]

Itsnicethat

POV: Using the human body to create type taps into our deepest desires

Human alphabet trend is on the rise in the creative industry, expanding to include various materials like dogs and paperclips.

Original authorship in design and visual trends may be a myth; the human alphabet trend reflects historical references and societal inclinations. [ more ]

www.fourfourtwo.com

4 days ago

Arsenal

Could this Arsenal home shirt be revolutionary for Adidas?

Arsenal's traditional red shirt with white sleeves has only been deviated from a few times in history, with recent shirt designs attracting mixed fan reactions. [ more ]

Medium

There is a huge problem about Fake UI Designers

Browsing social networks is a key source of inspiration for many UI designers.

A concerning trend of 'fake' UI designers creating designs lacking functionality and meaning is emerging. [ more ]

Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News

Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 could return to an old 2014 design - Yanko Design

Smart rings are challenging the position of smartwatches as wearable health monitors.

Samsung rumored to be returning to square smartwatch design like an Apple Watch imitation. [ more ]

Nuberodesign

Nuberodesign: Agentur fur Grafikdesign, Animation, Videoproduktion und Usability in Winterthur

Buttons are considered uncool in design trends because they have been around for a long time and are seen as boring.

Graphical user interfaces have started using buttons that consist only of text or icons, without a clear button shape, which raises concerns about user-friendliness. [ more ]

Medium

UX/UI Design Trends Going Into 2024

Bento boxes are a design trend that is being used in digital formats as well.

Bento designs became popular when Apple started using them for their iPhone landing pages and presentations. [ more ]

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Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News

What Is A Wellness Kitchen? Top 10 Trends For A Healthier Lifestyle - Yanko Design

Wellness kitchens integrate technology for a healthy lifestyle.

Design trends focus on healthy eating, social interactions, and convenience. [ more ]

InfoQ

Data science

InfoQ Architecture and Design Trends in 2024

Software architecture and design trends for 2024 are discussed by industry experts on the InfoQ podcast.

Panelists include experienced professionals from companies like Starbucks and Blackbaud, as well as members of the QCon London Programming Committee. [ more ]

The Verge

Cyberpunk is out and solarpunk is in, according to Figma's CEO

Cyberpunk design is giving way to a more optimistic and humanistic solarpunk aesthetic.

Solarpunk emphasizes organic shapes, greenery, blending architecture with the environment, and a more natural and human-centered design approach. [ more ]

Jqueryscript

30+ JavaScript & CSS Snippets For Modern AI App Design

Incorporating modern design trends is crucial for web developers working on SaaS and AI tools.

The provided CSS and JavaScript code snippets cater to creating sleek UIs with gradient text, neon borders, dynamic backgrounds, and interactive elements. [ more ]

SFGATE

The 6 Hottest Outdoor Design Trends You'll See Everywhere This Spring and Summer

Outdoor kitchens trending with luxury appliances and more counter space.

Design trends for 2024 include nature-inspired color schemes and creating stylish outdoor living spaces. [ more ]

Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News

Tumbler-shaped portable projector concept promises entertainment freedom - Yanko Design

Projectors are replacing large screens, design moving towards compact forms.

Concept design Slim.VU offers a portable projector with built-in battery and 4G connectivity. [ more ]

Creative Bloq

Pinterest's design trend predictions have got me excited for 2024

Pinterest predicts eclectic design trends for 2024 based on user searches

Upcycling, kitsch decor, metallics, and 'dirt flirts' are among the projected trends [ more ]

SFGATE

Exclusive: The Chip and Joanna Gaines Effect, Explained by One of Their Own

Design Defined provides a language and understanding of home design trends.

The show explores the history and meaning behind different design styles.

English country decorating is a flexible and inclusive style. [ more ]

Above the Law

Law

Morning Docket: 03.01.24

Lawyer fired over kittens complaint

Emphasis on natural light in law firms

Rise of regional markets in Biglaw [ more ]

www.fastcompany.com

Why this design agency is embracing a seasonal brand identity'

Metalab rebranded with new logo, wordmark, and typeface.

Metalab's new logo can change with seasons, allowing for a fresh look when needed. [ more ]

Design Milk

The 10 Most Beguiling Designs at Maison&Object 2024

Maison&Objet 2024 showcased a mix of maximalist and minimalist design trends.

Mathieu Lehanneur was named Designer of the Year for his futuristic, technology-infused designs. [ more ]

Brooklyn Magazine

Madelynn Ringo's next act - Brooklyn Magazine

The millennial pink aesthetic, including terrazzo, has become a defining look of a generation.

Madelynn Ringo, lead designer for Glossier, is ready to move on from the exhausted trends and create something new. [ more ]

Creative Bloq

Viral TikTok video hilariously imagines fonts hanging out

Fonts personified in a hilarious video by Elle Cordova spark debate among fans.

Cordova's personifications create lore between fonts, with Helvetica assuming the role of the cool guy. [ more ]

Medium

UX/UI Design Trends Going Into 2024

Bento boxes are a popular design trend that originated from Japan's culture of tiffins and lunch boxes.

Bento designs have been widely adopted in the digital design world, starting with dashboards and later expanding to websites and presentations. [ more ]

BuzzFeed

This Expert Is Breaking Down The "Gen Z Versions" Of Millennial Design Trends And People's Heads Are Spinning

Millennials and Gen Z are influenced by overlapping design trends.

Design trends are cyclical and each generation borrows elements from previous ones. [ more ]

Medium

Is the flat design trend finally over?

Flat design has been a prominent trend in digital interfaces, but there are signs of a shift towards more complex and 3D designs.

Apple's introduction of iOS 7 in 2013 marked a significant shift towards flat design, but now designs are becoming more complex again. [ more ]

Redfin | Real Estate Tips for Home Buying, Selling & More

2023 Design Trends Wrapped

Exploring different shades of color was a trend in 2023, with a focus on black and nature-inspired colors.

There was a departure from white and gray palettes, with a shift towards vibrant and expressive colors in design. [ more ]

Medium