A bit on the history of fonts.
Baskerville
Is a transitional serif typeface designed by the English gentleman printer John Baskerville in 1757.
Bodoni
Created by Giambattista Bodoni in the 1790s, is known as a modern typeface.
Frutiger
Designed by the Swiss designer Adrian Frutiger in 1976, was first used for signage at Charles de Gaulle Airport.
Gill Sans
Created by the English designer Eric Gill in 1928.
Interstate
Designed by Tobias Frere-Jones for Font Bureau in 1993.
Univers
Designed by Adrian Frutiger in 1957, has a simple and rigorous design.
Friday, June 30, 2006
Thursday, June 29, 2006
Coat
Graphic design is a popular art and a practical art, an applied art and an ancient art. Simply put, it is the art of visualizing ideas.
Jessica Helfand
Jessica Helfand
Tuesday, June 27, 2006
Sen
Chinese Herbal Medicines.
2003, Package Design Pharmaceuticals Winner - London International Awards.
source: Wolff Olins, London.
Tazo
With every design comes a pleasant suprise from Tazo.
2003, Package Design GIFT ITEMS Winner - London International Awards
smart celtic looking logo, with teas for every mood
2003, Package Design BEVERAGES - NON-ALCOHOLIC Winner - London International Awards
source: Sandstrom Design, Portland
Nando's Peri-Peri
2004 Package Design Winner, Foods - London International Awards
source: Cross Colours, Johannesburg
Effen Vodka Bottles
2004 Package Design Winner, Beverages-Alcohol, London International Awards
source: Cahan & Associates, San Francisco
Saturday, June 24, 2006
Starbucks
Yummy Frappuccino....
Have loved the design since my college days..
source: Hornall Anderson Design Works, Seattle.
Thursday, June 22, 2006
Yuppy Puppy
Premium dog biscuits.
Every dog has it's day.. lucky dogs..
source: TDA Advertising, Colorado.
Wednesday, June 21, 2006
Target
Target's Dietary Supplements. All in shiny black bottles with analogous labels, making them more attractive.
source: Wink, Minneapolis.
Cajun Ole
From a resturant that serves fusion Cajun and Asian foods, the packaging is vibrant and versatile. Reminds you of home and mama's cooking.
source: 88 Phases, LA & Chicago.
Spoylt
Who ever said tempation is a sin, knew nothing. Love the logo, fabulous type. When they opening in my area?
source: Pearlfisher, London.
Superdrug
Foot care products. Minimal direct visuals for the individual products.
source: Turner Duckworth.
Friday, June 16, 2006
Thymes
Filigree bath and body care.
Gold - Packaging Design, One Show Design, 2006.
Apricot Quince bath and body care.
Source: Duffy & Partners, Minneapolis.
TorchBearer Sauces
Packaging Design Shortlist 2006, Clio Awards.
Bronze - Packaging Design, One Show Design, 2006.
(ahem! what more can be said)
source: Neiman Group, Harrisburg.
Wednesday, June 14, 2006
Saturday, June 10, 2006
Little Monsters
Superdrug Little Monsters kids shampoo.
Attracts more than just kids. Love the bottle shape and the monsters.
Bronze - Epica Awards, 2005.
Turner Duckworth, London.
The Beer to Dine for, Greene King
Winner Alcoholic Drinks - Packaging and Design Fab Awards, 2005.
Design Bridge, London.
Source: Fab Awards.
Nexcite
Winner Non Alcoholic Drinks - Packaging and Design Fab Awards, 2005.
Amore, Stockholm, Sweden.
Source: Fab Awards.
Mrs. Massey
Winner Savoury Foods - Packaging and Design Fab Awards, 2005.
Ziggurat Brand Consultants, London.
Source: Fab Awards.
Rocombe Farm Fresh Ice Cream
Winner Dairy Products - Packaging and Design Fab Awards, 2005.
Reach Bristol, GB.
Source: Fab Awards.
Wednesday, June 07, 2006
Jacksons-of-Piccadilly
Teas ranging from orange blossoms, mint, natural lemon to green teas.
source: Williams Murray Hamm, London.
Tuesday, June 06, 2006
Innocent
yummy smoothies! does it taste better or look better? heck! it's both.
source: Pearlfisher, London.
Monday, June 05, 2006
Aceto di Melinda
Premium apple cider vinegar. Smart usage of the sides of the bottle.
source: Minale Tattersfield, London.
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