DSGN 264-403 Fall 2020 Blog
In an economics class, I learned about a term called “choice architecture” which explains how our decisions can be shaped by the context in which choices are presented to us, where subtle differences in the design of the decision-making context or in the environment around us can have a significant Read more…
At Apple, design comes above all. The design team are given free rein to set their own budgets and are given the ability to ignore manufacturing practicalities. I always found it very interesting how Apple, even though their technology is not the most impressive, is the most popular tech company Read more…
I wanted to plug a YouTuber I’ve been watching a lot lately: Kel Lauren. She’s a graphic designer who’s recently become known for redesigning the logos of well known brands. In her videos, she talks about what makes a good logo (in her opinion) and how existing logos can be Read more…
World AIDS Day was just a week ago. I recently found out about a huge ongoing project titled ‘The AIDS Memorial Quilt.’ Each panel of the quilt represents a life taken away by AIDS. The pieces are created by families and friends and customized in a way which memorializes the Read more…
The story of Lil Miquela is not new, but I remembered her as I was trying to make a mockup image appear 3D (and also because she has gained a significant following on TikTok). For those unfamiliar with this inhuman influencer, I believe Lil Miquela began as a social experiment Read more…
Recently, I discovered a small gadget called “MintyPi 2.0,” which is supposed to work like a mini nintendo! All of the wires and mechanical parts fit into a tiny Altoids case, which I already find to be fascinating. There is something about miniatures that I love. What enhances this obsession Read more…
As I was scrolling through TikTok, as I love to do, I discovered an amazing artist! I will link his page here: https://www.tiktok.com/@dedouze What I find so unique about his work, however, is how he incorporates 3D elements in his work! While working on Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, I struggled Read more…
If you’re looking for a new bullet journal, Dingbats is a great brand to try out. They donate a portion of each sale to the World Wildlife Foundation. Each notebook is embellished with either an animal on it (from their Wildlife Collection) or an ecosystem (from their Earth Collection). The Read more…
The Philadelphia Flyers are one of only a few NHL teams to retain the same logo since the beginning of their franchise. The league recently released new ‘Reverse Retro’ jerseys for each team; these jerseys are modern remixes of jerseys worn previously in the team’s history. Seeing these made me Read more…
I stumbled upon this interesting article in the NY Times about how beauty brands are responding to younger demographics wanting more politicalize products that have sustainable packaging and vegan, or eco-friendly. For example, many consumers look for a sunscreen that’s coral- and reef-safe for the environment. There’s a messaging that Read more…