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Global Design Classics
In short, you need a more interesting place. Here are some suggestions for the most inspiring blogs in the world, intelligently using modern graphic design.
1. FormFiftyFive
FormFiftyFive was founded in 2007 by a group of designers, illustrators, developers and creators wanting to collect and share the best projects they themselves had come across. It is a recognized international showcase of work that is a must for any designer who wants to keep up with trends or simply draw inspiration from excellent projects.
2. Design Week
Design Week was founded in 1986. Until 2011 it was the leading British design magazine. After that time it can only be found online. It continues to deliver high-quality, well-written news and offers a whole range of inspiration across a broad spectrum, including: graphics, branding, interiors, digital technology, products and furniture.
3. Creative Review
Founded in 1980, Creative Review magazine is the world's leading monthly for advertising, design and visual culture. Its website features high-quality journalism, including a range of news, reviews and features from the creative world.
4. The Dieline
Packaging and Interior Design
This is something for all lovers of packaging design. The Dieline is a collection of all creative packaging possibilities. The website was recently refreshed and now, thanks to satisfyingly large images, it is even more inspiring.
5. Dezeen
Dezeen is a popular and influential online magazine devoted to architecture, design and interiors. Its website includes a recruitment section, opinion articles and inspiring projects from around the world.
6. Art of the Menu
Niche Gems for the Curious
Another great blog is Art of the Menu, which catalogues the underappreciated creativity found in menus from around the world. They accept and encourage submissions and suggestions, and readers can comment on both the menu and the restaurant itself if they have visited it.
7. For Print Only
Under Consideration proves that print is not dead. On the blog it shows the newest and best-printed projects. Experts dig deep, revealing many intriguing details about design and print production methods.
8. The Design Files
This blog is called one of the best in the world. It covers Australian design in all its possible forms — from architecture and interiors to gardens, food, artworks and crafts. Of course, graphic design projects are not missing either.
9. Women of Graphic Design
Women of Graphic Design literally celebrates and awards women in graphic design, mainly focusing on posters and editorial projects.
10. TypeToken
When visiting this blog expect perfectly organized layout. It is nothing other than a categorized site, arranged into sections with plenty of inspiring typography to spark the imagination. Mike Sullivan, Marc Millic and David Cole — these three designers are to thank for this excellence.
