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- Booms & Shakes: April's biggest moves and boldest launches
Creative Boom · Apr 22, 2026
Creative Boom’s April 2026 edition of 'Booms & Shakes' highlights major leadership changes, new hires, and agency expansions across the global creative industry. The roundup covers transitions at Verve, Residence, DEPT, and GUT Europe, alongside new appointments at Aer Studios, Born Social, and Gung Ho. It also introduces D&AD’s new global Ambassador Programme connecting creative leaders worldwide.
- Sam Southwell on building (South) and the book that documents it all
The Brand Identity · Apr 22, 2026 · Interview
The Brand Identity interviews Sam Southwell, founder and executive creative director of Auckland-based studio (South), about the studio’s 21-year journey and its new book, 'Moments in Time.' The 290-page publication documents the evolution of (South) from its origins as Aplus Design Studio to a multi-division consultancy encompassing brand, communications, and fabrication. Southwell discusses the challenges of independence, the importance of culture, and the studio’s commitment to design as a lifelong pursuit.
(South)Mark by (South)Made by (South)developersiwieditorial - How Hymn bridged medieval and modern for Chillon Castle’s rebrand
The Brand Identity · Apr 21, 2026
Hymn, a Lausanne and Zürich-based branding agency, reimagined the identity of Switzerland’s Chillon Castle by merging medieval heritage with contemporary design. The project features a custom typeface created with NewGlyph, a heraldic-inspired color palette, and playful medieval emojis that bridge historical authenticity and modern digital culture. The result is a flexible, enduring identity rooted in the castle’s material and symbolic history.
- Riz Ahmed’s new show Bait has a spy-spoof title sequence masterminded by Pentagram partners
It's Nice That · Apr 20, 2026
Pentagram partners Luke Powell and Jody Hudson-Powell designed the title sequence for Riz Ahmed’s new show 'Bait', blending spy-movie tropes with cultural references to British and Pakistani identity. The short sequence uses colour filters, acetate tests, and a monospace typeface to evoke secrecy and multiplicity. The project reflects on identity politics and visual storytelling within a few seconds of motion design.
- Exclusive: A classic John Lennon and Yoko Ono track gets a mesmerising music video made from never-before-seen home movies
It's Nice That · Apr 17, 2026
The article covers a new music video for John Lennon and Yoko Ono’s classic track 'Love', created by Simon Hilton for the John Lennon Estate in collaboration with the meditation app Lumenate. Using never-before-seen Super 8 footage of the couple from 1969, the video forms part of the 'Meditation Mixes' project designed to accompany guided meditative experiences. The piece celebrates the intimacy and nostalgia of the archival film, offering fans a rare glimpse into the couple’s private moments.
John Lennon EstateLumenatemotion - How Matthieu Salvaggio grew Blaze Type from three fonts to 100+
The Brand Identity · Apr 16, 2026 · Interview
The Brand Identity interviews Matthieu Salvaggio about the growth of Blaze Type from a small independent foundry into a global type design platform with over 100 families. Salvaggio discusses rebuilding after a data centre fire, launching a new website, and his self-taught approach to type design. The conversation highlights Blaze Type’s collaborative model, custom work for major clients, and its instinct-driven curation philosophy.
Blaze TypeNUUKUXOH&MFédération Française de Footballdigital - Meet Yeco: the smarter way brands find the perfect agency match
The Brand Identity · Apr 16, 2026 · Interview
The Brand Identity interviews Yeco founder Coby Phillips about how the consultancy helps brands find their ideal agency partners through a mix of data, human insight, and chemistry. Phillips explains Yeco’s vetting process, the pitfalls brands face when choosing agencies, and how the company’s partnership with The Brand Identity will make its matchmaking service more accessible. The discussion highlights Yeco’s focus on transparency, alignment, and collaboration in agency-brand relationships.
YecoThe Brand IdentityELEVEN AustraliaJoah Brownbranding - The top 15 illustrators of 2026, as chosen by the community
Creative Boom · Apr 16, 2026
Creative Boom’s 2026 community poll highlights 15 illustrators shaping the global illustration scene, emphasizing originality and human touch in an AI-saturated era. The list spans established names like Noma Bar and Malika Favre to emerging talents such as Anna Micheloni and Genie Espinosa. The article celebrates craftsmanship, individuality, and the enduring commercial relevance of distinctive illustration.
The New YorkerThe Guardianillustration - Jas Bell on designing for the biggest icons in music and sports
The Brand Identity · Apr 15, 2026 · Interview
The Brand Identity interviews creative director Jas Bell about his journey from sneaking onto Pharrell’s tour bus as a teenager to leading design for some of the biggest names in music and sports. Bell discusses his long-term collaboration with SZA, his concept of 'visual sampling,' and how his experiences with Pharrell and Louis Vuitton influence his approach to artist merchandise and brand architecture. The conversation highlights his belief in care, cohesion, and longevity across creative worlds.
HazelwoodSZAMetro Boominbranding - Meet Bon Elliot: the family-run, slow-crafted skincare label from Little Troop
It's Nice That · Apr 15, 2026
It’s Nice That profiles Little Troop’s branding for Bon Elliot, a new family-run skincare label founded by dermatologist Bonnie Fergie and Jono Elliot. The minimalist identity balances clinical trust with luxury appeal, featuring a neutral palette, Avant Garde typography, and a symmetrical logo inspired by skin layers. The launch campaign, shot by Luca Venter, draws on references from Irving Penn and Stanley Kubrick to merge science and beauty aesthetics.