The Ministry of Type Design Observer Subtraction.com We Made This Sam Brown Design inspiration from around the world 100/100 by SB Studio 100/100 is an exhibition of 100 beer labels designed by 100 contributors. Curated by SB Studio in aid of Art Fund. “In early 2013 we set about planning a series of not-for-profit projects that challenge the norm. 100/100 is a live collaborative experiment between the public and a carefully selected group of 100 artists, illustrators, designers and writers whose work we admire. Our friends at The Liverpool Craft Beer Co. have brewed us our very own beer. In December we asked the public to help name our beer. 100 bottles, 100 names, 100 collaborators, 100 unique identities.”
Container List Why Design-By-Committee Should Die - Smashing Magazine Advertisement No matter where you go in the known universe, there is design-by-committee. It has become a pecking order of disaster for the society that used to pride itself on being a mover and shaker and that allowed its mavericks and dreamers to innovate their way to success. In a business climate fueled by fear and the “Peter Principle,” as it is today, a decision not made is a tragedy averted. Why It Happens Wikipedia describes it thus: The Peter Principle is the principle that “in a hierarchy every employee tends to rise to his level of incompetence.” Sooner or later they are promoted to a position at which they are no longer competent (their “level of incompetence”), and there they remain, being unable to earn further promotions. Whether on staff or freelance, we all walk into meetings prepared for our work to be torn to shreds. Our core competency is in creating something that is the perfect communication vehicle for the given message. Others Have Noticed Its Effects Mr. (al)
Cool business card designs, Part 4 | creativebits It’s time for the annual business card inspiration post with extremely creative ideas. If you have not seen the previous parts make sure to check them out: part 1, part 2 and part 3. You can click most images to get a larger image. First, a cheaper and a more expensive solution for Broke Bike bicycle service from Rethink Canada. One is made of a flat tire patch the other one is a tool that fits in your wallet and lets you adjust your bolts and spokes. Another card from Rethink for a financial consultant. Business card for Norburn Model Aircraft Supply. These business cards were created for a jazz vocalist from Valencia (Spain): Sandra Boïls. Rather than a conventional business card to offer the makeup services to the customer, it was created a special stamp that simulates a lipstick mark. Sweet Thrills is a candy store. Transforming the traditional Business Card in the funny and unusual object, a little box of transporting cargo air. Musical comb business card from Italy.