init Studio
A simple example of branding that uses a standard mark and logotype combination. I like the way the mark looks on a black background and the simple but effective setting of the type.
Posted in Branding → Logo
Hello Bar
A beautifully designed site that exists to promote the Hello Bar - a bar that draws your visitors attention immediately to your most important content. I love the attention to typography and subtle use of textures throughout.
Posted in Web Design → Misc
Knit Twitter Icon
An interesting concept for an alternative Twitter icon that makes great use of texture. The knitted bird works well to make you look again, although it's certainly not a direction Twitter themselves would ever go.
Posted in Interface → Other
Kiddo
Kiddo is a WordPress kids theme. It would be suitable for any children’s website, with a fun, friendly, and unique design.
Posted in Web Design → Blog
James Parker
A simply stunning site for a designer that uses a simple layout to showcase previous design projects. I particularly like the classy logo and the great use of images and typography.
Posted in Web Design → Design
Typetastic
Type can be one of the most important elements of an interface, and makes an immediate impression on every user. I love the bright and bold design here and the gorgeous use of colour!
Posted in Interface → Element
Hillary Hopper Logo
This logo is just so clean and fresh it makes an immediate statement! I love the selection of typefaces and the interesting combination of colours. It's recognisable and gives you exactly the right impression about this designer.
Posted in Branding → Logo
TST Media
A strong and striking site for a company that creates digital tools that empower organizations to engage their audience in meaningful ways. I particularly like the way in which they break down what they offer and the way the site flows.
Posted in Web Design → Design
Showcase von Tim Binder
A simply great portfolio site that makes excellent use of an intriguing background texture to hold your attention. I really like the simple layout and utterly restrained use of text.
Posted in Web Design → Portfolio
Lighthouse
A nicely minimalist logo that perfectly portrays a lighthouse. I absolutely love the simplicity of the concept and the interesting selection of colours.
Posted in Branding → Logo
Sushiworks
A beautifully clean and stylish site for a company that provides CMS for web designers. I love the gorgeous details such as the ribbon effect on the navigation bar. The colour scheme is interesting but not overwhelming, while the icons and layout explain the concept perfectly.
Posted in Web Design → Misc
Transportation Icon
A simply stunning icon for a transportation application that takes your breath away. I love the attention to detail and the use of shadows and light to give a sheen of realism to the design.
Posted in Interface → Mac App
Full Frontal 2011
A simply gorgeous site for a Javascript conference. I really like the typography and illustrative style here. The intuitive layout is great, as is the restrained use of text and information - it's easy to get the idea.
Posted in Web Design → Design
Fifth Layer
A strong concept for a logo that has been executed with aplomb. I like the choice of colours, the fifth layer in particular. The font is unfussy and clean, very readable.
Posted in Branding → Logo
Fremox
A simply stunning portfolio site for a graphic designer that grabs your attention immediately. I love the focal animation, you can't help but watch a whole cycle! The strong contrast between black and white is really effective throughout.
Posted in Web Design → Portfolio