January 3, 2025

Communication

Community-centric focus, dynamic visual identities and other brand strategy and design trends of the new year

Coachella’s visual identity adapts colors, shapes, and themes annually to align with the festival’s evolving vibe. Image via Emily Lear

Coachella’s visual identity adapts colors, shapes, and themes annually to align with the festival’s evolving vibe. Image via Emily Lear

"I’ve spent this year chatting with design pros, dissecting pitch decks, and analyzing emerging campaigns to uncover where the branding industry is headed. Spoiler alert: it’s anything but business as usual. From AI-crafted design systems to purpose-driven storytelling that actually feels authentic for once, brands are showing up in ways that make me want to stand and applaud." - Amelia Nash

ARTICLE: Forecasting the Future: Brand & Design Predictions for 2025

Communication

Stories help people understand that the futures we picture together can become the futures we build.

RESEARCH REPORT: Fabric of Repair

Communication

"If you give me a smart phone then I'll be able to ask everyone - everyone - whether or not I look pretty in this bathing suit."

VIDEO: If You Give Me A Smartphone—PSA

Communication

An exhibition that celebrates the rebellious, democratic force of ink and paper

ARTICLE: Beyond The Streets Presents Shepard Fairey: Out Of Print

Communication

"I guess what I'm trying to say is I want to exist in a world where I don't have to think about these things, ever again."

VIDEO: End Violence Against Women Coalition: 20th Anniversary