+ The purpose of a critique is to make the design better. + Be supportive. + First, figure out what the designer was trying to accomplish. + Offer direction, not prescription. + Humor and metaphor work better than criticism alone. + Accept multiple styles. + Know the domain. + If you don’t understand it, be… Read more »
Category: Visual Research
Friday Links
Scenes from the studio. Rent check goes in the little green mailbox next to lacquered versions of Chad’s Make & Share prints. + Book lists! Real Simple’s No Obligation Book Club archives back to 2008 and 7 kid’s books worth reading as an adult. + Typography tips for web designers on paragraph structure and styling… Read more »
Stip/Ontwerpt
Stephanie of Antwept-based Stip/Ontwerpt got in touch with some of her new work! I just love it when folks send me updates on what they’re up to. Looks good as always, thanks Stephanie!
Big Cartel's 100k Project
This, THIS is what I am talking about. Web design and page layout together like chocolate and peanut butter. The design and the functionality complement each other perfectly. This is what all those clunky online magazines are trying to do, but instead are practically useless when it comes to creating engaging online content. Big Cartel… Read more »
Internet Landscapes by Niko Princen
Boggling, no? Feels a lot like what my laptop’s desktop looks like most days. By Niko Princen. Via Today & Tomorrow.
