Street art is one of the fastest-growing artistic movements. You can see it in urban locations, bridges, and highway overpasses, drastically altering neighbourhoods worldwide. Street art, which can range from large painted murals on buildings to sprayed tags, stickers, and knitted fibres on telephone poles, often addresses political and social issues. This blog looks at …

A new architectural style called Brutalist evolved in the middle of the twentieth century. The post-war reconstruction focused on construction and raw resources, changing the style. This article looks at brutalist architecture and its role in design today. What is Brutalism? The word “brutalism” is thought to come from the French word “beton brut,” meaning …

With its carefully chosen collection of city guides, known as the Monocle Guides, global affairs and lifestyle magazine Monocle, renowned for its nuanced take on current events, has made a name for itself in the travel guide industry. However, what distinguishes them specifically from the abundance of travel guides on the market? Explore the world …

Posters – eye-catching sheets of communication affixed to buildings and billboards have an interesting and colourful past. They began as straightforward announcements and developed into vibrant art pieces, acting as tools for political movements and social criticism and being used as advertisements. Now let’s see how this dynamic media has evolved. The Public Message Since …

Interior design is critical in determining a space’s utility and beauty,  but it can lack the creative element that transforms a simple home into a retreat of inspiration. This blog looks at the ideal mix of art and interior design. Art’s Place in Interior Design Imagine a world without art and creative spirit. Interior design …

You may be inclined to believe that print is no longer relevant in a world where digital is the norm. However, that would be incorrect. There’s still nothing quite like the physical feeling of turning pages of a nicely designed magazine – something that scrolling through an article on your phone simply cannot compete with. …

Analogue design refers to design-related processes and products that can be used without using computers or other related digital technology. Simple tools like paper and a pen, paint and a canvas, modelling clay or wood, or even basic electronics and motors can be used to communicate a message. This blog looks at why analogue design …

The Royal Academy of Arts is the place to be for any art enthusiast. Situated in the beating heart of London, the academy proudly organises exhibitions that never disappoint. The 2nd half of 2023 sees three outstanding exhibitions. Read on to find out more.  Herzog & de Meuron 14 July – 15 October 2023 – …

Clashing colours when it comes to interior design is not for the faint-hearted. However, colour-clash design, when done right, is strikingly fantastic. This blog offers a brief guide on using contrast shades to achieve vibrant, stylish and bold décor that works. Complementary Clashing Select a pair of strongly contrasting colours. To get the full-colour clash …

Cinqpoints is a French brand with the principles of architecture running through each and every product, to create a range of games, objects and stationery that both adults and children will love. Founded in 2013 by a passionate architect, the name Cinqpoints translates in ‘five points’, a manifesto penned by famous architects Le Corbusier and …