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Volvo to embrace the digital world with next gen cars
If you thought Unreal Engine was all about movies and gaming, then think again, as it’s shortly to be playing a starring role on a car dashboard near you. But don’t get the wrong idea – you won’t be cruising on auto-pilot in the fast lane whilst watching… Read More
Going for gold – 2022’s contenders for the RIBA Stirling Prize
The competition is fierce, and the boxing gloves are on for the 26th RIBA Stirling Prize – the Koh-i-Noor of UK architectural accolades. The shortlist is down to six, and four of those are in London. The names on everyone’s lips are Hopkins Architects for their revamp of a… Read More
Bucking the ID Trend – creating a forever style
You know those moments when your guests look at your once cherished sofa as if it has just made an inappropriate joke? As you gaze at it in horror, you realise that it’s been a decade since it was on a trending-now list. But how do you prevent a… Read More
Marketing on the move – consumer habits in a brave new world
There’s been a repetitiveness about our conversations for what seems like forever. The pandemic. Lockdowns. War in Ukraine. Surging fuel prices. Inflation. In marketing, it’s always been how consumer shopping habits change, but they’ve never done so as quickly as they are now. No sooner had we come to… Read More
Three of the best – awesome museum and art exhibitions of 2022
The days of the kids being blown away by pressing an illuminated button in the Natural History Museum are long gone – if they aren’t chased around the building by a robotic T-rex, the family day-out’s been a shambles. But the same goes for us grown-ups… Read More
Top VFX on screen – our top tips for screening and streaming
Skilful VFX has saved many a roadkill movie from a Golden Raspberry Award. But what do you get when the script is smokin’ and the visual effects are so hot you could fry an egg on them? Our list of the best that’s screening right now, or yet to… Read More
And they’re in! The RIBA Awards 2022
The 23rd June saw the Royal Institute of British Architects’ National Awards for 2022 announce its winners. Projects across the UK that have made a significant contribution to architecture include a new library for Magdalene College Cambridge, and the recreation of a cathedral… Read More
Inside Out – Bringing the outside in this summer
Unless you spent an extended lockdown in the Arctic Circle, you should be familiar with biophilia by now. But just in case you really have been snowed in, nearly all ID this year has been focused on bringing the outdoors indoors. And if you’re a UK… Read More
It’s a wrap for plastic
We don’t mean to be rude, but have you had a good look at your packaging lately? In case you’re confused, we’re talking plastics, not your snappy clubbing clobber. And if the answer is no, it’s time to sit up and take note, because it’s the hot… Read More
Cannes Lions 2022 – back and roaring!
With its reputation for sun, sand and superyachts, Cannes has long been a magnet for the glitterati and festivals. The top two are the ‘no introduction necessary’ film festival, and one of our most favourite industry events, the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity. … Read More