Studio Pixel
A clean and clear website for a design site. The minimalist approach is effective and allows your attention to be drawn towards examples of the companies design work. The logo is recognisable and makes a statement and the sparse use of colour works really well.
Posted in Web Design → Design
Alexanderkryska
A good portfolio site that utilises a scrolling central display. The use of a photograph of the designer in the background is effective and makes a good statement. I particularly like the bold typeface and use of text throughout the site.
Posted in Web Design → Portfolio
iBooks
iBooks for iPad is a stunning application that looks simply gorgeous! The bookshelf design is brilliant and makes the entire concept of reading on your iPad supremely enticing. I particularly love the design and layout of the books themselves - the classic paper feel and beautiful typefaces make for an awesome reading experience!
Posted in Interface → iPad App
Eric Eriksson
A brilliant personal business card design. The large black graphic makes a stunning impact when used against the plain white background. I particularly like the placement of the vital information along the bottom of the card in a light grey colour - it just looks so stylish!
Posted in Branding → Business Cards
farrkling
The designer whose site this is purports to make websites that \'function\' & \'sparkle\' and this one certainly does! The bold focal graphic and luxurious use of space combine and make it a joy to look around. I particularly like the way the site gradually draws you down the page.
Posted in Web Design → Design
Retro Graphic Studio
A business card that uses a really interesting colour palette and typeface design to grab your attention. I\'m not sure the colours entirely work for me but the bold design and fascinating custom typeface certainly make a statement.
Posted in Branding → Business Cards
Pada Murre
An example of effective use of a photograph in business card design. The framing of the photo is perfect for using in the background as are the dark colours - Pada Murre clearly stands out! I particularly like the simple nature of the back of the card which allows easy access to the important information.
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Elegant Seagulls
A web design site with great potential. The Elegant Seagulls logo is beautiful and stands out from the rest of the site due to its hand-drawn nature. I particularly like the simple use of a border to frame the site and the typefaces used throughout.
Posted in Web Design → Design
Kaleidoscope for Mac
Kaleidoscope helps to make the boring task of comparing any number files enjoyable using its super flexible and highly useable interface. An example of functional but effective interface design.
Posted in Interface → Mac App
iStudiez Pro for iPad
A well designed interface that helps you organise your business. Specifically designed for students it sports a clean and clear interface. I particularly like the calendar feel and clear typeface used throughout.
Posted in Interface → iPad App
Oye Corazon
Relatively simple but extremely effective packaging for a CD. I love the use of just two colours throughout and the consistent graphical style. The continuation of the design onto the CD itself is excellent and shows great attention to detail.
Posted in Branding → Product
Web Effectual
You expect design portfolios to be good and this is no exception. The bold use of text and colour makes for a friendly and welcoming site that urges you to read on! I\'m not a huge fan of the background colour but the beautiful typefaces used throughout more than make up for it.
Posted in Web Design → Design
Keith Cakes
A simple design for a homemade cake company that features mouth-watering photography! The typeface is great and the stripped back design allows your attention to be drawn to the beautiful treats on display.
Posted in Web Design → Food
Anood
A simple but nonetheless effective design for a business card. I\'m fascinated by the text, especially the typeface, and like the way it has been used in repetition to create a pattern. The light colours are complementary and allow the important information to be clear in a dark grey.
Posted in Branding → Business Cards
Franklin Sandres
It\'s interesting how the designer has chosen to have the front of this card look quite dramatically different to the back. The use of a simple design on the back keeps the information clear, while the colourful illustration on the front makes a positive statement.
Posted in Branding → Business Cards
Krkoska
A stylish card for a hotel business. The colour palette is great, while the incorporation of natural design elements makes an immediate impression. I particularly like how the colours have been inverted on the back of the card.
Posted in Branding → Business Cards
Swing
A brash and bold logo that effectively uses a single colour to make a statement. The typeface is interesting, if potentially a little difficult to read. As a logo for a candle company I appreciate the flame design that\'s been incorporated and find that it helps to make the trademark recognisable.
Posted in Branding → Logo
Instant Rust
A stylish business card featuring a three colour design. The use of neutrals is good but adding a colour could further make an impact! I particularly like the repetitive use of the logo on the front of the card to create a textural design.
Posted in Branding → Business Cards