In their own words
I’ve learned that we’re always trying to push beyond easy aesthetic answers.
I pay a lot of attention to my surroundings.
Articles & interviews
- "2024's Top 25 Graphic Designs Revealed: Trends and Surprises"
It’s Nice That’s annual ‘Review of the Year’ highlights 2024’s top 25 graphic design stories, spanning rebrands, typographic debates, and nostalgic visual trends. The roundup features projects from studios like Collins, Studio Frith, and Little Troop, as well as commentary on industry issues such as unpaid pitching and the use of mockups. The article reflects a year defined by retro aesthetics, thoughtful branding, and critical reflection on design culture.
- The Designers: COLLINS’ Jingqi Fan on trying to make a positive impact, moving to NYC and more
This interview with COLLINS associate designer Jingqi Fan explores her journey from interning at Apple and freelancing for Nikolas Type to joining COLLINS in New York. She discusses her design philosophy, experiences working in-house versus agency, and her personal project 2°C EARTH, which aims to raise awareness about climate change. The conversation also touches on her adaptation to life in NYC and creative routines.