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The New York Times for Kids editions
These stunning editions of the New York Times for Kids combine brilliant design with excellent content. Words: Aimée McLaughlin
Burger King: Your Way, Way Better brand identity
The new rebrand for Burger King by JKR was a huge hit with audiences and designers alike when it launched in the new year. Words: Aimée McLaughlin
Hackney Church brand identity
OMSE has brought a fresh new feel to Hackney Church in London, which helps articulate its many offerings to the community. Words: Aimée McLaughlin
Grenfell United: #GoGreenFor Grenfell campaign
With the pandemic preventing a silent walk to take place to commemorate the 2017 Grenfell Tower fire, Grenfell United and Anomaly created a way for people to mark the occasion at home. Words: Megan Williams
BBC Teach: Small Axe films
BBC Teach launched a series of films inspired by the stories told in Steve McQueen’s series Small Axe, to help expand school curriculums on Black British History. Words: Megan Williams
Ikea: Efterträda clothing range
Ikea moved into streetwear with its Efterträda range of clothing and products, which was initially launched in Tokyo. Words: Emma Tucker
The Royal Australian Mint: Donation Dollar charity campaign
This campaign, which saw the Royal Australian Mint produce 25 million new dollar coins, aims to encourage Australians to think differently about giving to charity. Words: Emma Tucker
Chelsea FC launches new visual identity and home kit campaign
Made in partnership with Uncommon Creative Studio, the launch unveils a new brand narrative – We Burn Blue – via an arresting visual campaign
Brian Eno, different every time
Gary Hustwit’s new documentary film about the prolific producer, artist and thinker is programmed to generate alternative versions each time it’s shown. The director explains why this approach is the only reason Eno agreed to take part, and the possibilities of this technology for filmmakers
Why we need to reduce the ‘noise’ in design
Principal’s Bryan-K Lamonde discusses the art of designing ‘less’ and how he’s implemented that approach across the studio’s projects
What does sport’s shifting geopolitics mean for brands?
As the East ploughs billions into everything from golf tours to football leagues, we examine how brands in the West are grappling with a global sports industry in flux
Political punchlines: how this year’s general election ads measure up
With the public going to the polls on Thursday to vote in the UK’s first general election since 2019, we examine how the campaign messaging has played out
Why brand unity is critical in times of upheaval
In this year of elections, we can expect seismic business changes, mergers and acquisitions. Brand expression is essential during these shifts, and the role of the chief designer officer should not be overlooked, says Wolff Olins’ Wayne Deakin
D&AD launches platform to demystify industry jargon
The free tool, devised by FCB London creative team Amy Bland and Sacha Burke, allows people to learn from and contribute to an ad industry dictionary
Why AI is the kick up the arse copywriters need
If ChatGPT and co are coming for our jobs, creativity is the only thing that will protect us, says Reed Words creative director Orlaith Wood
The Monthly Interview: Kathy Ryan
After almost four decades at the New York Times Magazine, Kathy Ryan recently stepped down from her role as director of photography. But as CR discovers, she’s far from ready for retirement
Annual Awards 2024
Dive into our showcase of the best advertising, design, craft and effectiveness of the past year