2014 Archive

Kosheek Sewchurran looks at how design thinking has been used to pioneer change in the business world. Can it do the same for the City of Cape Town? >

Artist Zina Saro-Wiwa's new gallery space in Port Harcourt, Nigeria, honours her late father's activist legacy, beginning with its location – in his old office. >

It's a loaded question, but eight designers gave us some thoughtful and inspiring answers. >

Early encounters with children's book illustrations sparked Alan Dye's appreciation for the art in his work as a creative director. >

Leading creative thinkers give advice to aspiring artists and designers, but their philosophies really pertain to every field or creative endeavour. >

Fashion designer Akosua Afriyie-Kumi left Ghana to study in London but chose to return home afterwards to set up her own accessories brand. She tells us why. >

Patterns clash and cultures collide in Moroccan photographer Hassan Hajjaj's striking portraits. >

Three New York design legends share lessons from their careers in graphic design. >

Patrick Barron, who led the blockbuster "Dumb Ways to Die" campaign, says what works for one brand won't necessarily work for another. >

Can getting design on the government's agenda really benefit working designers? We ask 7 presenters at next week's WDC2014 Design Policy Conference to weigh in. >

The legendary graphic designer Seymour Chwast gives us a bird's-eye view of the period styles that have shaped the industry. >