Bye bye to blanding and welcome to heritage maximalism: a new style of design that draws on luxury cues from art history to signal wealth and classical beauty. We examine why it’s rising to the fore in an age of anxiety and austerity
This small but cleverly designed show at the Imperial War Museum in London is centred on personal testimony, which starkly demonstrates the complexities of the Troubles and the enduring need to hear from all sides
Errors, cock ups, blunders – we have plenty of words for mistakes but rarely like to admit they happen. Here, agency founder Carsten Glock argues that this is gaffe in itself and instead we should embrace them to create a better work culture
Two craft-focused entries – the Swedish Heartchild Foundation’s Heartbeat Drum Machine and Pharrell, 21 Savage and Tyler, The Creator’s Cash In, Cash Out music video – have taken home this year’s coveted Black Pencils
The fitness brand launches a new, inclusive offering via an app and brand campaign that aims to be for ‘anyone, anywhere’
The canned water brand has the answer to the world’s plastic waste problem: just use it for cosmetic surgery instead!
Mrs&Mr talk to CR about why only 1% of creative agencies in the US are founded by women, and how they’re creating an environment that plays to everyone’s strengths
The latest talk in our virtual event series aims to help brands commission great creative work, with contributions from BBH London, Jelly, and artist and designer Kelly Anna
The Brazilian illustrator talks about the value of art in shaping our understanding of the world; plus the dangers of always saying yes to work
We speak to 4creative and Pentagram about how they brought Channel 4’s famous blocks back together in its new identity, and why having a strong brand is more important than ever for broadcasters
In this latest episode of CR’s podcast series, Creativity Sucks!, we’re looking at the thorny subject of pay in the creative industries
At a recent panel at D&AD Festival, designers and gaming experts came together to discuss the balance between micro-communities and mass appeal
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
The Autumn 2024 issue of Creative Review looks at the brands and individuals who are pushing creativity forward on their way to the top
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
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
Kinda Studios is tapping into the emerging field of neuroaesthetics to help creatives and brands make more impactful work that benefits people’s wellbeing