Recent blog posts
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
The big hitters for animation and motion graphics in 2022…
Early in May we reported how the motion graphics industry is becoming an increasingly important player in the advertising world. But that’s not the only sector these skills are sprinkling fairy dust on. So we thought we’d take a quick look at the best techniques… Read More
Identity Swap – hotels with hidden pasts
Let’s face it, there are some parts of our personal histories that we brag about, and some that we most definitely do not! But when it comes to buildings, it would seem that there’s nothing too murky or quirky that doesn’t add to its architectural glamour. … Read More
Architectural Façade Face-Off – Unusual Exteriors
Just like people, buildings have personality – and in the charisma stakes, bland gets booby prize. Blending-in is fine, elegant yet aloof gets attention, in-yer-face will get a marmite reaction, while charm and originality make the world a better place to live in. With this in mind,… Read More
Motion graphics is not just for the movies. Graphic designers take note…
Motion graphics is fast becoming a graphic designer’s most valuable tool, so ignore it at your peril. A recent survey from Salesforce Research revealed that up to 80 percent of customers value innovative and interesting brand marketing as much as its products… Read More
Exhibitions and Marketing – the post-pandemic dream team
Our recent article about experiential marketing highlighted exactly why our post-pandemic freedom has awakened the beast – that fundamental yearning in most of us to interact. And after a whole lot of digital-only hook-ups, the exhibition industry has gone from nought to 60 in its efforts to give… Read More
Unreal Engine 5 – more real than ever!
We hardly have to tell you what happened on the 5th April just gone, do we. Yep, it was the launch of Unreal Engine 5. This beaut from Epic Games has capabilities that put it in a whole different ballpark to Unreal Engine… Read More