From the SEGD archives, circa 2009: this project was a very important contribution to the National Park Service, which celebrated its centennial less than a month ago on August 25, 2016. With the help of a graphic identity that reflects the National Park Service mission, “America’s best idea” keeps getting better.
National Park Service Identity and Signage
Nils Wiberg on Next Gen Interaction at Xlab 2016
New models of interactive experiences are emerging that impact our projects, spaces, cities and our lives. At Xlab on October 28, interaction designer Nils Wiberg of Gagarin will lead a not-to-be-missed visionary exploration of next generation interactions.
Xlab, Leviathan and Empowering Experiential Content
Conceptual design company Leviathan is uniting digital technology, real-time data and the physical environment in ever-changing, increasingly delightful ways, providing clients and communities an amplified experience of brand identity, engaging narrative content and sheer beauty. At Xlab 2016, leaders of their team will tell you how they do it.
Two Twelve Donor Signage Goes Viral
It’s not every day that signage goes viral. But thanks to an Instameet, organized by Simply Social Media New Mexico and the Santa Fe Opera, Two Twelve recently found its signage at the center of a hashtag hurricane.
Creative Destruction Series: Introduction
I have a love for languages in the historical and geospatial context, and how the first usage of words says a lot about their meaning. According to the Merriam Webster dictionary, the first known use of the word “creative” was over 200 years later then “destruction.” Why the wait, and what does that say about us?
How might Experiential Graphic Design Embrace Design Thinking?
Design Thinking is Becoming a Driver of Innovation
Besides spatial orientation, creating a sense of place and knowing what is there, what other problems or needs might the experiential graphic design community solve for users?
CEO Thomas C. Breihof of SignComp Passes Away
Pictured here with his wife Tracy, Tom Breihof leaves a legacy both at SignComp and within the sign industry. The firm evolved from a rich and long history of sign fabrication, installation and service dating back to 1948; Tom's commitment and drive for excellence will continue to inspire his SignComp family.
SMI Sign Systems Ranks in Inc. 5000
The Maryland firm ranks among the fastest-growing private companies in America. The prestigious Inc. 5000 list represents the most comprehensive look at the most successful companies in the economy's most dynamic segment: American's independent small business.
Sunrise Systems Tour and Dinner
Wed, 11/02/2016 - 17:00
Connecting People to Place
Thu, 10/06/2016 - 18:00
Found on the www
What seems obvious, has been excluded from our codes due to a solution to a social idea 150 years ago.
LinkNYC has run into some user challenges that are great learning for our community. It is definitely not unexpected that a new technology roll out with the lofty goal of connecting the 40% of New Yorkers who are not yet connected to the internet would be easy. The beta mode is delivering learning about the social behaviors that free access to the internet has evoked from those they are trying to help. Read more...
Michael Shaub - Making/Code
Rachel Fujita and Julie Guirl - Creating Content with Image, Type and Video
Josh Sikich - Bike Brand - The Divvy Story
