To do or not to do will never be the question. A to-do list should, well, be only a to-do list. TeuxDeux does just that. A simple view of my week with items to fill and nothing more. Since they know the human tendency to procrastinate, they have a ‘Someday’ field for backburner items. Clever. It’s available on the browser as well as the phone. We love it. Thank you, SwissMiss and FictiveKin for creating it.
Category: Design
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Readability
Sit back and read comfortably from your screen. This chair sits comfortably in the top right corner of our web browser and makes our life so much better. We love the thought of a deep-red, leather, reading chair as the symbol for the plugin. Smart. Thank you, guys at Arc90 for giving birth to this idea in your lab.
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Cool art for your phones and tablets
Looking to jazz up your phone or tablet with something more than the usual? Check out Poolga, a super cool place where artists show off their awesome designs as wallpapers for your gadgets. You won’t find boring here – it’s all about turning your screen into a mini art gallery!
Poolga stands out because it’s all about top-notch artwork. Forget about those blurry backgrounds – these wallpapers are like little pieces of art made just for your screen. There’s a bunch to choose from, so whether you like cool and simple or colorful and wild, there’s something here to make your device uniquely yours.
But what really makes Poolga a winner is how much it loves creativity. Artists get to share their awesome work, and we get to enjoy it every time we pick up our devices. It’s not just wallpapers; it’s a way to bring more fun and color to our digital lives. Give your screen a makeover with a splash of art – Poolga’s got you covered 🙂
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Make do
Failures are often not the result of limitations but the result of our own will. ‘Making do’ is making great design happen, whatever the circumstance.
What an end to a very interesting article on how to look at the creative business. This last line makes us wonder whether we can apply the same message to life as well.
Read the whole article here.
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Why you should do side projects?
You know what’s cool? Taking things a bit differently. Viktor Hertz‘s “Honest Logo” series does just that. He plays around with famous logos to show us that being a little unconventional can lead to awesome things.
Think about it – when Viktor takes famous logos and makes them funny, he’s actually showing us that there’s more beneath the surface. Just like that, we can learn to see things from a fresh angle. Being a little rebellious doesn’t mean just being funny; it means thinking in a way that shakes things up.
Side projects are like secret playgrounds for our creativity. Just like Viktor’s logo series, they let us try new things without any rules. These projects remind us that trying something different can make our main work even better. So, whether it’s logos or our own ideas, a bit of boldness can go a long way in making things exciting and different.
Go through the entire series. The Facebook, Apple and Microsoft versions are our favs.
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How does a browser work? A beginner’s guide
“20 Things I Learned about Browsers and the Web” was an illustrated book from 2010-11 on things you always wanted to know about the web but were afraid to ask. Illustrated by Christoph Niemann, written by the Google Chrome team, and built in HTML5, this charming guidebook is a handy read about how the evolution of browsers and the web changed the way we work and play online. It’s a great example of how to make “technical” stuff interesting.
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What type are you?
This is way back from 2010 by Pentagram Design. If you were cut up into 92 pieces and distributed as a typeface, which type would you be? We’d found our answer then—Cooper Black (emotional, assertive, progressive, relaxed). We wonder what we’d be now. Sadly, the quiz is no longer available due to the discontinuation of Adobe Flash. You can watch it by clicking the video above, though 🙂
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Inspiring design with a punch of humour
From the moment we stumbled upon GFDA’s set of irreverent advice packaged as wallpapers and posters, we knew we’d found something special. For those who don’t know, GFDA stands for Good Fucking Design Advice 🙂
It’s like a burst of fresh air in the design world – bold, unapologetic, and full of attitude. GFDA’s take on design advice is like a creative wake-up call, delivered with a healthy dose of humour.
We’ve come to admire GFDA’s work for its unique blend of wit and design wisdom. Their approach is refreshingly real; they’re not afraid to tell it like it is. Take the “Don’t fucking procrastinate” wallpaper, for instance. It’s not just a catchy phrase; it’s a reminder that creativity thrives when we take action. The combination of straightforward language and clever design makes it a visual motivator that we can’t help but love.
GFDA’s evolution is a journey we find truly heartening, from their initial quirky site featuring wallpapers and posters to their expanding portfolio of products, workshops, and thought-provoking content today.
Their philosophy aligns perfectly with ours – creativity is meant to be fun, daring, and unapologetically authentic. Your work should challenge you to break free from the norm and embrace a mindset where design and humour collide. Design doesn’t have to be stuffy or serious; it can be a canvas for self-expression and a catalyst for positive change.
Keep pushing the boundaries of creativity. Let your work be a daily reminder that design is not just about aesthetics; it’s about breaking barriers, sparking conversations, and leaving a lasting impact that resonates with everyone who encounters it.
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Information is beautiful: Where data comes to life
Ever thought data could be, well, look cool? Then you’ve got to check out Information is Beautiful. It’s like a magic place where numbers, facts, and info turn into colorful and easy-to-understand pictures. Created by David McCandless, this website takes boring stuff and makes it awesome.
David and his team are like data superheroes. They take big, confusing information and turn it into eye-catching visuals that anyone can understand. From health facts to global issues, they’ve got it all covered. It’s like learning while having fun – who knew data could be this exciting?
If you’re curious about the world and love pretty pictures, Information is Beautiful is your go-to. It’s not just a website; it’s a ticket to a world where knowledge meets creativity. So, grab your curiosity and dive into a world where data becomes a work of art.