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A manifesto for moving beyond creativity

Transitioning from a designer to a design leader requires a shift in mindset, as well as the development of new skills and competencies. It requires an understanding of the unique challenges that come with managing a design team and communicating with stakeholders, as well as the ability to build a strong team culture and lead by example.

An early Google Chrome Web Store preview shows a ‘modern’ redesign

A cleaner design, bringing it closer to others in Google’s ecosystem.

Introducing Dribbble’s New Logo

At Dribbble, we have always believed in the power of great design. We decided it was time to refresh the design of our logo to better represent Dribbble’s energetic, diverse community and our resolve to continue our growth story as we build the world’s destination to hire top design talent. This significant brand change marks a pivotal moment for us as we continue to evolve and enhance our platform to…

WhatsApp plans a big UI redesign, here’s what it looks like

There are new chat filters at the top that will make managing your chats easier

Hot Type capture the benefits of a bespoke brand typeface

As part of its 2022 brand identity revamp by DesignStudio’s London office, Sofascore – the most powerful sports app for live scores, results and stats – was in need of a bespoke sans serif type family that would act as a recognisable, ownable asset, and tie the brand together.

A Design System Coach’s Portfolio

The standard way that the tech industry typically evaluates whether someone knows their stuff is through the all-powerful Portfolio. There are many definitions of portfolio, but generally, it means “a collection of stuff.”

Alternatives to Arial

Arial has served its purpose well over the years, but across this article, we’ll explore some alternative fonts that offer a more diverse range of characteristics, styles, and functionalities – certainly bringing something a little extra and a little special to your typography arsenal. The modern typographic landscape is shifting, and as the design world evolves, it’s time to explore out of your familiar aesthetic comfort zones.

Letter to a mid level designer

A few lessons to push your performance to the next level. You’re a few years in, definitely not the junior designer you used to be, and looking for the path to the next level. To get to the next level you’re often asked to “be more strategic” but still expected to execute the day-to-day tactical tasks. These are the things I wished I had known earlier in my career.

Could the defunct Twitter logo get a second life?

The paint isn’t yet dry on the Twitter rebrand to X, but people are gradually accepting that the blue bird logo isn’t coming back. Now one organisation wants to give it a new life. It’s asking Elon Musk to donate the late Twitter logo to a good cause.

Collected – New web design inspiration on every visit

Collected is a web design gallery which shows only eight sites, shuffled on every visit. Some sites may not be online anymore.

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