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Sent from the Studio (27.04.12)
27/Apr/2012
We survived the wet week here in London! Here are some links to read while you dry your toes and prepare for a sunnier weekend. Read more
More good stuff
Should Design & Technology remain part of the UK
National Curriculum?
Technical Director of PDD, Graham Lacy, asks the question: will removing Design & Technology classes undermine the country's economic prospects now and in the future?
Avoid epic customer-engagement failures by applying human-centred design
In all the excitement surrounding new technologies and the rush to 'be the first' to use them, it's easy to forget the people who will be interacting with them. To avoid epic failures, it pays to employ a few HCD tools.
Sustainable, convenient and competitive – The Future of Transport
Taken from our latest Extract magazine, this post examines the future of transport from a tech and innovation perspective. From public transport to manufacturing, we take a look at the future of the automotive industry.
Brands getting British: Diamond Jubilee packaging
26/Apr/2012
As the UK and the rest of the work get prepared for the Olympics in London there is another celebration generating brand attention this month. In this post we take a look at how marketing and packaging will be saying ‘Happy Birthday’ to Her Majesty. Read more
Megachange: The world in 2050 – A NESTA event
25/Apr/2012
I recently attended a talk hosted by NESTA (one of the perks of my internship!) to the launch of the economic publication ‘Megachange: The world in 2050’ –a book that explores The Economist’s top correspondents’ thoughts and predictions for the world in 40 years. Read more
Sent from the Studio (20.04.12)
20/Apr/2012
Some captivating links flew around the studio this week. Who knew a spoon could be so interesting… Read more
Buying with excitement
19/Apr/2012
As retailers face the uphill challenge of gaining the attention of consumers, more marketing spend is being invested in dynamic and interactive PR solutions. Read more
Should Design & Technology remain part of the UK National Curriculum?
17/Apr/2012
The UK Government has launched a National Curriculum Review to consult on major changes it wants to make to the primary and secondary school National Curriculum in England. Read more
PDD at London Fashion Week Autumn/Winter 2012 Part 2 – Accessories
16/Apr/2012
Welcome to part 2 of our musings from London Fashion Week Autumn/Winter 2012. In this post we pay particular focus upon accessories and jewellery and taking a close look at the finer details. Read more
Sent from the Studio (13.04.12)
13/Apr/2012
Beer makes you smarter… Printing your own chocolate… Karl Lagerfeld designs a helicopter… I think I need another bank holiday to recover from that lot. Enjoy this weeks links! Read more
PDD at London Fashion Week Autumn/Winter 2012 Part 1
12/Apr/2012
Whether it is the accent colour glowing on your laptop buttons or the upholstery in your Audi – chances are that the fashion industry has influenced these design decisions. With this in mind, we went to London Fashion Week A/W12 to see some of the avant-garde examples that will be influencing products in 2012 and beyond. Read more
Avoid epic customer-engagement failures by applying human-centred design
10/Apr/2012
In all the excitement surrounding new technologies and the rush to ‘be the first’ to use them, it’s easy to forget the people who will be interacting with them. To avoid epic failures, it pays to employ a few HCD tools. Read more
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