This year saw the release of some major rebrands and new logos, plus real innovation in sectors – from death to the law – that have previously proved resistant to modern branding techniques. We examine the highs and lows of 2019 here
After 15 years of creating film posters, Akiko Stehrenberger is shifting her focus. The award-winning artist talks to us about her new book of work, her favourite recent projects and the key to making an illustrated poster sing
Studio Sutherl& has designed the branding for arts venue Kings Place, basing the logotype on sound data from performances
Here, Patrick Burgoyne explores the often fraught role that fame plays in graphic design, especially if you are British
We look back at a year when advertising got decidedly meta, when creative effectiveness was questioned, along with toxic masculinity, and when – of course – there was plenty of brand purpose
When something goes wrong in your work, it’s easy to think that everything is ruined. But, points out Richard Holman, it doesn’t necessarily follow that every failure is a disaster
LDN Filmmakers, a week-long course, is part of a wider initiative by the Mayor of London to help young people affected by the capital’s ongoing knife violence problem
The film reminds us of some of our favourite parts of the festive season – including not moving from the sofa, waking up whenever you feel like it, and a ban on family political debates
The much-loved alien is back on earth again and it’s all thanks to Sky, whose Christmas ad explores what might have happened if ET and Elliott were reunited (hint, it involves a lot of screen time)
As far as fashion statements go, you’ll struggle to find an item of clothing as politically charged as the hoodie. We speak to curator Lou Stoppard about her new show, which attempts to dissect our complex relationship with the garment
Ahead of the opening of its UCL East campus in east London, Jack Renwick Studio has created a new brand positioning for the university centred around the idea of disruptive thinking
Australian artist Karan Singh has created a striking set of visuals for the tournament, using rainbow brights and graphic patterns to depict a range of sports
One of the most respected and trusted awards for the advertising and design industries are back for 2025. Run, don’t walk to get your entries in before the Early Bird Deadline on 25 October
Growth is a dream for many businesses, but it comes with challenges. Daisy Crowder, brand and marketing director at design recruitment agency Craft, offers advice on how to navigate the change and keep staff on side
The Danish luxury fashion label has spearheaded the characterful evolution of Scandi style. Here, chief brand officer Priya Matadeen discusses its approach to collabs, the pressures of being a responsible brand, and how Ganni Girls grew from a hashtag to a badge of belonging
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
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
Kelly Grovier’s new book charts the artist’s persistent dialogue with classic and contemporary art
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
The Pentagram partner has created the titles for the acclaimed new Netflix show, which reimagines the Greek myths in a contemporary setting
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
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
We explore how the 90s, an era the UK looks favourably upon for its thriving culture, are continually inspiring a stagnated creative industry
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