The decision to go from working from home to setting up a studio can be one of the hardest to take. In the first of a regular column on life as an independent designer, Paul Pensom reveals why he took the plunge
There’s a “visual poem” on every page of Ed Morris’s Good As Gold Beyond Awesome, which juxtaposes images to create photographic punchlines.
As the museum unveils its new, $52 million building, Seattle-based studio Turnstyle has refreshed its visual identity as a nod to its new focus on more modern exhibitions and cultural events
A new retrospective exhibition at the House of Illustration is showing work from the 20th-century designer and printmaker’s four-decade career. We speak to co-curator Olivia Ahmed about why now is the right time to shine a light on Marx’s designs
Creative Futures was CR’s new talent scheme, many of whom went on to great things. From the CR Archive, here’s a look back at some fresh-faced young hopefuls making their first appearance in CR, bad haircuts and all
Penguin Random House has shortlisted 30 different takes on books by George Orwell, Malorie Blackman and Stephen Hawking for its annual Student Design Award
Artist and designer Morag Myerscough has worked with local groups across Sussex to examine the rich subject of ‘belonging’, with the resulting artworks being exhibited on a bandstand that will tour the county this summer
A new exhibition by photographer Jim Grover marks 70 years since the first wave of many thousands of Caribbean migrants arrived in post-war Britain, showing a now mostly retired group of people in their homes, churches and community centres
From sleeves to promos, magazines, photography and set design, Creative Review has consistently covered the world of music. We pick out a few highlights from the archive
The cover for this year’s Creative Review Annual was created by Andrew B Myers. It features die-cut letter As which reveal coloured paper in various shades beneath
Mustafa Kurtuldu, Design Advocate at Google, discusses the pitfalls of designing for a single browser, drawing from his conversation with with Bruce Lawson, web standards lovegod and fashion consultant.
Penguin Random House has launched a new initiative to support under-represented illustrators – offering a free workshop, portfolio reviews and mentoring from an in-house designer at Penguin Random House
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