where DO good ideas come from?

This may not answer the question, but I love reading about history.  However, never have I read a book specifically about the history of development of thought.  Steven Johnson presents this interesting perspective in his book Where Good Ideas Come From (to be released October 5th).  Check out his narrated illustration in the promo film here and then tell me you're not interested in this book.  "We want to be more creative.  We want to come up with better ideas."  Don't you?

this one's for the typophiles

Having a strange (or not so strange, depending who you are, I guess) love of typography, this ad (left) generated by Hunt Adkins for Steelcase, completely grabbed my attention. How would you love to flop into a comfy chair that encourages you to question everything? I'm all about this modern aesthetic and contemporary appeal.  If only these were not just prints.

Additionally, by way of my love of communication arts magazine, comfy chairs, and coffee, I've come across this adorable packaging created for One Village Coffee by Able Designs.  Unfortunately, it reminds me a bit of some older Starbucks imagery, however I can let that go in favor of the happy vibes radiating from the caffeinated pouches of goodness. :)

inspiration

I think one of the most fascinating things about design -any kind of design- is where the designer draws inspiration from. This recent (not most recent) campaign from Brizo was a beautiful collaboration with Jason Wu to convey not only a product but an entire attitude.

starting somewhere

In this whirlwind of a world that we live in, it is so easy to lose track of what we may find interesting if only we had a bit more time to spend with it or came across it at a slightly different moment. Maybe it's the typeface used for restaurant signage that you drove by at 50mph. Maybe it's the abandoned building renovation across the street that you see ten times per day and never give a second thought. Maybe you've always had an overwhelming interest in Hakka, but never had the time to research because life gets in the way. This is what has recently driven me to archive thoughts, links, and images that I find relevant to my industry. To keep my gears turning. To keep me on my toes. To remind myself there is so much to discover. And also to invite discussion.

Scraps of paper are easily misplaced, but a blog will always be where you left it -accessible 24/7 from anywhere in the world.

Relate to something I brought up? Have a comment which begs the differ? I'd always love to hear from you! xoxo