graphic design, art, typography and architecture

I like this Green Skyscraper concept by Australian architect Andrew Maynard for the Sony Tower in China. What caught my eye was the overall profile and the inclusion of wind turbines. I especially like the wind turbine within the main structure. I wonder why this isn't seen more often? We decided to design a tower and then hit it with a wall of sound. Through computer modeling we manipulated a simple tower buy hitting it with the sound "SONY" to create the kinetic form that is Sony Tower. Not completely sure how they did that, but none the less and interesting idea. ... [more]

The inimitable graphic designer (aka type-god) Jonathan Barnbrook will hold his Friendly Fire UK exhibition at the Design Museum (June 15 to October 10), and will be a great opportunity to see the development of his work, especially in experimental typography. If you've been in a coma for the last decade (the only plausible excuse for not having seen his work), then take a trip, via a click, to his studio's website. It wouldn't surprise me to hear than Barnbrook is married to a font (now there's a thought), such is his love affair with type - and it really ... [more]

I recently bought this beautiful cup, saucer and milk jug set from Patty's Mama. The owner, Yasuko Matsuoka, is an artist and collector, with some wonderful vintage Susie Cooper pieces. You can learn more about her work, studio and shop from this link (Japanese only); if you're Japanese isn't too hot, and you'd like to learn more, then click here and leave me a message, which I will pass on to Yasuko-san. Susie Cooper Crown Works I love the uncomplicated design of these pieces, especially, the detailing around the rims. Mrs Matsuoka is also taking her talent to Shanghai in May/June. She'll ... [more]

I'm teaming up with GRAPH design (a small design agency with big ideas, headed by Mr and Mrs Matsuoka) in Takamatsu, to offer web design services. They have some great quality products, and offer a broad range of design services. So if you're interested in using GRAPH design for your next design project, then take a look at their site. [more]

I recently came across the wonderful sub-studio haling from New York. I bought this screen print which I fell for at first site. And now that it's hanging on my wall, I'm even happier with it. You can find the sub-studio shop on Etsy. The prices are reasonable, and the service is personal - a 10/10 experience. And the screen-print framed at home! [more]