As guardian of the V&A’s Rapid Response Collection, Corinna Gardner has overseen the museum’s acquisition of everything from a 3D-printed gun to a Pussyhat. She explains how the museum makes its decisions, and why Primark jeans and false eyelashes belong under its roof
Pentagram has created new visual identities for John Lewis, Waitrose and the John Lewis Partnership. We talk to Pentagram Partner Harry Pearce about the thinking behind the rebrand
Both Nike and John Lewis are hitting the headlines with controversial new creative work. But at the eye of these two branding storms, there should be one small area of calm agreement. The writing is brilliant.
Our advertising columnist reflects on the restrictions we tend to put on the activities ascribed to being a ‘creative’, and how if we relaxed those a little, it may lead to better work
We’ve heard a lot of talk about the need for more diversity in the media and creative industries, but real change remains slow. Liv Little and her editorial team at magazine gal-dem have opted to do it for themselves, creating a fresh new media outlet in the process
The new ad, directed by Dougal Wilson and created by adam&eveDDB, is a heartwarming tale reflecting the power of partnership as the brands also launch new identities created by Pentagram
The latest print issue of CR is all about Change: changes to your industry, to education, working culture, where you work, how you work and the power of creativity to change the world for the better
An acronym for Absolutely No-Nonsense Admin, ANNA uses artificial intelligence to help freelancers and small agencies with admin tasks such as invoicing. Here, Michael Wolff tells us about creating a friendly identity for the finance start-up
Remote working is becoming commonplace for creative teams. Richard Banfield looks at what is driving the change and how leaders must adapt to this new way of working
As London College of Communication launches one of the first virtual reality MAs in Europe, we ask if the industry’s ready for an influx of VR-literate creatives
How Casey Bird is hoping to improve conditions for freelancers with The Freelance Circle — a review platform providing advice for freelance creatives
He’s unzipped buildings, made houses melt, and tied 450-year-old architecture in knots. Alex Chinneck’s work looks like magic, but the story behind each project is complex. From planning permission to hand-crafted wax windows, here’s how he gets his ideas made
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