
Pentagrams 2023 holiday greeting card creatively honors Dieter Rams’s renowned manifesto by using AI. The design employs the ornate language of Ancient Archaic English combined with the maximalist aesthetic of the King James Bible, published in 1611. In a heartfelt dedication, Pentagram assures Rams that despite the elaborate presentation, the essence and clarity of his message will remain timeless. This project reflects Pentagrams innovative approach to reinterpreting classic design principles in a contemporary context, showcasing their skill in blending tradition with modern technology.
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In this opinion piece, designer and writer Elizabeth Goodspeed argues that design writing benefits when designers themselves take part in it. She explores how writing helps designers articulate their thinking, connect their creative and analytical practices, and make design discourse more reflective and nuanced. The article highlights examples like Ray Masaki, Michael Bierut, and Steven Heller to illustrate how writing and design can inform each other.
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The article profiles Alexander Newman’s new book 'From Somerset to the World: Clarks A Visual History 1825–2025', published by One Love Books. The publication traces the cultural and visual evolution of Clarks shoes, from their Quaker roots to their global influence across subcultures and media. Designed with David Carroll, the book combines archival imagery, historical typography, and clean layout to create a cohesive visual narrative.