Wieden + Kennedy on the ad agency of the future
The newly installed trio of ECDs at Wieden+Kennedy’s Portland office brings together an eclectic mix of experiences and ideas, which may just help spark the advertising renaissance we’re all hoping for
A spiralling new visual identity for the Leeum Museum of Art
Wolff Olins’ updated branding for the Seoul museum, which is run by the Samsung Foundation of Culture, looks to reflect the ever-changing nature of art
Why the world needs a new type of leader
Rama Gheerawo, the director of the Helen Hamlyn Centre for Design, has published a new book which aims to demonstrate how a different, broader kind of leadership would change the world for the better
Woolmark takes on synthetic fabrics in bold new ad
The campaign highlights the environmental impact of synthetics and urges consumers to choose natural fibres such as wool instead
Tabitha Soren’s photos address our tech dependence
A set of purposefully smeared artworks by the photographer draw attention to the many hours we spend on-screen, swiping and scrolling through the sea of online information
Soho House launches new magazine with a splash
Known for its global suite of private members’ clubs, the brand has unveiled a bi-annual publication to support its new awards scheme, complete with a hyper-saturated palette and a playful take on type
Modern Life’s visual identity puts a different spin on insurance
Featuring a set of charming illustrations by Vincent Mahé, XXIX’s branding for the life insurance brokerage feels markedly different from the industry norm
How advertising infiltrated the art world
A new exhibition at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art examines the ever blurring lines between advertising and art photography, and how the two worlds have influenced each other
Radio Cairo is a different kind of design collective
Drawing on influences from Cairo’s streets and genres, the design collective boasts typographers, illustrators, editorial designers and more — but just for one project
Ryvita goes full colour in new visual identity
As the crispbread brand approaches its 100th birthday, it is hoping to stand out in an increasingly saturated health food category
The Leaders Issue of Creative Review is out now!
Expectations are high for today’s creative leaders, who need to offer hope, joy, and a passionate vision to guide us through our changing times. Happily, there is plenty of all this on offer from the people we speak to for this issue
Why mixed media ads are having a moment
A growing number of campaign films are bringing together different animation studios with contrasting styles. We look at why this approach has found favour recently – and how it can be a great way of showcasing new talent
Why are brands apologising so much right now?
Brands are saying sorry at a more rapid rate than ever. CR’s advertising columnist Ben Kay delves into why sorry is no longer the hardest word and whether this is an effective strategy for winning audiences
How Guinness embraced social
By loosening its approach to advertising, and engaging with its audience directly, the drinks brand has transformed with the times and won a whole new set of fans
Tracing Banksy’s art history remixes
Kelly Grovier’s new book charts the artist’s persistent dialogue with classic and contemporary art
How Lego creates meaningful brand experiences
We speak to Lego’s VP of global brand development Alero Akuya about the brand’s rare ability to straddle the physical and virtual worlds with ease – whether through its immersive new art exhibition in Paris or collaborations with Epic Games and Nike
Matt Willey brings a human touch to Kaos titles
The Pentagram partner has created the titles for the acclaimed new Netflix show, which reimagines the Greek myths in a contemporary setting
A visual history of movie posters
A new book from Reel Art Press collates the first comprehensive history of film posters. We explore why they remain an underappreciated area of cultural design
The Leaders Issue is out now!
The Autumn 2024 issue of Creative Review looks at the brands and individuals who are pushing creativity forward on their way to the top
The Monthly Interview: Rob Lowe, aka Supermundane
Mark Sinclair talks to the artist and designer about his new book, Lost Ordinary Magic, and the importance of recognising the power of simplicity and the everyday wonders that surround us
Unravelling adland’s obsession with 90s nostalgia
We explore how the 90s, an era the UK looks favourably upon for its thriving culture, are continually inspiring a stagnated creative industry
Building the visual world of Fontaines DC
The band’s surreal new album visuals explore a darker, more grotesque side of romance. We speak to the creative team behind the campaign about challenging the visual tropes of rock music
Jessica Walsh ventures into the world of type
As the &Walsh founder launches her agency’s new offshoot Type of Feeling, she discusses why typography’s ability to evoke emotions makes it one of the most powerful tools at a brand’s disposal
Can neuroscience make you a better creative?
Kinda Studios is tapping into the emerging field of neuroaesthetics to help creatives and brands make more impactful work that benefits people’s wellbeing