How design firms are finding new ways of operating
From B Corp to Employee Ownership Trust, a raft of design studios and creative companies are exploring new ways to run a business, with better outcomes for both employees and clients
The Eames Institute of Infinite Curiosity launches with a “curious e” identity
Design studio Manual has created the branding for the new non-profit organisation, which hopes to bring the work of the Eames’ to a new generation of designers and problem solvers
Masculinity in crisis: why brands must do more to challenge stereotypes
A new report from global creative agency Amplify reveals that young men feel portrayals of masculinity in the media are increasingly out of step with real life. Here, Amplify’s Yasmin Arrigo examines its findings
Step inside a cosmic kaleidoscope for Warpaint’s Stevie video
Art and technology collective Fascinated By Everything created a psychedelic tunnel of love for the band’s new track
Joe Guest on how to make it as an editor
The renowned advertising editor talks us through the changing nature of the job, plus shares some of his favourite moments, including cutting a Nike spot on a bin outside a Peckham chicken shop
Queer wellness brand For Them launches new identity inspired by nature
The trendy-leaning new look aims to represent the expansiveness of the brand’s community and audience
Why pet food is having a design moment
In the past decade the pet food market has transformed: traditional kibble is out in the cold and a new breed of innovative, design-friendly brands represent our evolving relationship with our furry friends
Take away your takeaway, says new McDonald’s anti-littering campaign
The campaign by Nord DDB sees McDonald’s acknowledge its instantly recognisable packaging as being one of the biggest contributors to littering in cities
Greene King goes neon for its new craft beer range
Design Bridge has created a set of folklore-themed beer cans, using fluorescent colours and woodcut illustrations to reference some of the legends of England
The story behind Experimental Jetset’s Beatles T-shirt
It turns out that the hugely popular, now ubiquitous design is about a lot more than music: the concept is steeped in conceptual, theoretical ideas
Extra gum hopes to get its ‘ding’ back with global redesign
The chewing gum brand owned by Wrigley’s is aiming to move away from the cold world of dental hygiene towards a chummier image
When typefaces take on a life of their own
We talk to Jonathan Hill at type foundry Northern Block about the pleasant surprises – and uncomfortable associations – that arise when releasing a typeface into the world
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