Design Matters

Published: August 22. at 5:00 PM

In this post we cover what makes up a design system, how to tell if your company needs one, and what exactly a design system looks like.

Published: August 14. at 5:00 PM

Staying organized isn't easy. With these product manager tools and tips, getting the job done is a little bit easier.

Published: August 12. at 5:00 PM

This 1969 Woodstock poster design evokes nostalgia. Discover the spirit of Woodstock 50 years later through a graphic designer’s unique take on the original.

Published: August 7. at 5:00 PM

Designing a poster can seem like a daunting task. That's why we put together this poster design guide, filled with examples, tips and resources.

Published: August 6. at 5:00 PM

Thinking of hiring a freelance designer? Or about to work with one for the first time? Follow these simple steps with advice on working with contractors.

Published: July 31. at 5:00 PM

Mood boards: they're more than just a collage of pictures. Use mood boards to get better freelance design results with these tips.

Published: July 28. at 5:00 PM

Why are Coke cans red, Home Depot stores orange, or Tiffany’s boxes blue? We discuss the power of color branding, by example, in this post.

Published: July 23. at 5:00 PM

Is a company always as green as it claims? From H&M to Adobe, discover the best and the worst of sustainable branding in an era defined by climate change.

Published: July 22. at 5:00 PM

We all know the importance of user empathy. But what about design empathy? Unlock the secret to successful designer-client relationships with empathetic design!

Published: July 18. at 5:00 PM

In this post we cove why design on demand beats the traditional design agency model for marketing and business teams.

Published: July 10. at 5:00 PM

Every company needs design, but recruiting a full-time designer could cost you more than you think. Find out if hiring an internal designer is the right choice.

Published: July 9. at 5:00 PM

This guide will help both clients and designers better understand what the different design styles are and what characteristics define them.

Published: July 3. at 5:00 PM

Design marketplaces are popping up everywhere, but are they all they’re cracked up to be? There's a better way to solve your design outsourcing needs.

Published: June 26. at 5:00 PM

Political cartooning is an effective communication tool that has stood the test of time. Learn about its history and origins in this political cartoon analysis.

Published: June 24. at 5:00 PM

From horrifying hedgehog teeth to unintentionally dirty designs, these design disasters range from hilarious to downright creepy.

Published: June 19. at 5:00 PM

We went undercover as Velocity Consulting to assess whether entering a 99designs contest is worth the money, time and effort.

Published: June 10. at 5:00 PM

The importance of presentations in business is undisputed. Discover how this powerful communication tool has transformed from the 1950s to today.

Published: June 5. at 5:00 PM

Discover the evolution of Taylor Swift album cover design, and how they are symbolic of her metamorphosis from a young country signer to a mega pop icon.

Published: June 4. at 11:00 PM

Artists and designers around the world have joined hands to spread awareness about the environmental challenges we are facing together as a species.

Published: May 29. at 5:00 PM

Check out the graphic design evolution behind the world’s largest media franchise, Pokémon, that has sparked generations to “go catch ’em all!”