Designing for a transport future
Recent rebrands from VW, BMW, Nissan and Uber have at times proved controversial, but they reflect the flexibility required by a transport sector that’s in serious flux, says Wolff Olins’ Forest Young
Natasha Jen on being creative during a crisis
For any creatives struggling through current events, Pentagram partner Natasha Jen has some calm words of wisdom – as well as thoughts on how the industry might be different post-coronavirus
Do countries need their own creative directors?
We ask Greece’s Chief Creative Officer Steve Vranakis and Helsinki’s Chief Design Officer Hanna Harris why designers and creatives are uniquely placed to help solve some of the problems countries and cities face
Ask Anna: How can our team bond from a distance?
For her latest column, our agony aunt Anna Higgs addresses a question so many of us are asking right now: how can you work successfully with your colleagues – or even start a new job – remotely?
How to keep the creative spark alive when WFH
Thanks to coronavirus, JKR had to set up over 100 employees to work from home practically overnight. Here’s how they did it, and what they learned about keeping creativity going when you can’t be in the same room
A go-to guide for creative support during coronavirus
Creatives and companies the world over are offering help and support during the Covid-19 pandemic. Here is CR’s list of what’s available right now, which we will update regularly
Redesigning the future of sexual assault responses
Designer and academic Antya Waegemann has been developing a redesigned rape kit to help improve experiences in the aftermath of a sexual assault. She talks to us about her work and why good design is an essential component in helping victims seek justice
Lou Downe’s guide to good service design
The UK government’s former design director has published a book outlining the fundamental principles of good service design. We talk to Downe about defining what makes a good service – and the reason why so many companies fail to deliver one that works
Tanya Livesey on the art of feedback
Giving or receiving feedback can be a daunting prospect. Yet it is vital for creating a working environment that is respectful, confident and productive. Here, leadership coach Tanya Livesey offers some tips and advice on the best way to approach it
Design Indaba finalises speakers for “solutions-driven” anniversary edition
Returning to Cape Town from February 26-28, the annual design conference has completed its 2020 line-up with new speakers from Google Creative Labs, adam&eveDDB, Led by Donkeys and more
Accumulate launches new radio show created by young homeless people
The UK’s first online radio run by and featuring homeless people, Sound Judgement, has been launched by Accumulate, which bills itself as the “art school for the homeless”
Fortnum & Mason is hosting wedding ceremonies at its new Chapel of Love
This month, the iconic London shop is taking immersive experiences to the next level by inviting visitors down the aisle in store