Jeb Burroughs on why social media isn’t for him
The photographer talks about the pitfalls of having an online presence and how he’s tried to be more purposeful with his personal projects
Breast Cancer Now campaign focuses on the things left unsaid
The research and support charity wants to inspire a more candid conversation about living with breast cancer
Duolingo on why brands are becoming more human
We speak to Duolingo’s global head of social media Katherine Chan about managing the team behind its lauded social strategy and how people’s perceptions of brands are shifting in the era of individual clout
Lia Darjes photographs clandestine garden diners
The Berlin-born photographer’s new book documents the animals that pass through our gardens in the style of Dutch Golden Age paintings
Landor creates identity for New York’s futuristic golf club
The New York Golf Club is one of six clubs that will compete in a new, technology-driven golf tournament
Coca-Cola’s Olympics packaging through the ages
The Coca-Cola Company’s Islam ElDessouky and Angus George at WPP Open X discuss the brand’s 96-year relationship with the Olympics and the approach to this year’s can design
Fortnum & Mason reveals first ever bespoke typeface family
Two new typefaces promise a more digitally-friendly brand presence, visual cohesion, and legibility
Teenage kicks: how the David ad network is growing up
We talk to co-founder Fernando Musa about how the network is evolving with age, plus how he balances his unusual dual roles as chairman at David and CEO at Ogilvy Brazil
World Scouting unveils new identity as part of rebrand
Founded in 1907, the organisation is aiming to future-proof its legacy by modernising its visual offerings, including an update to its emblem for the first time in 55 years
Hato’s architectural identity for a community forum
The studio has designed an identity for the Barbican and Golden Lane Neighbourhood Forum, which is inspired by its iconic Brutalist surroundings
Raw Materials on the benefits of being unusual
At just a year old, the design agency was awarded D&AD’s design agency of the year. Here CR speaks to the founders to understand what they’re doing differently and how it’s impacting their work
The Monthly Interview: Gary Vaynerchuk
We speak to the founder, investor, author, speaker and internet personality about creative entrepreneurship, the underrated power of optimism, and why his agency will never – ever – go public
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