design

Design is the process of determining the form, function, appearance or characteristics of something, usually in a tangible medium. There are many categories of design, including graphic design, industrial design, fashion design, and interior design. Design is closely linked to art and can be considered the expression of an artistic aesthetic in a practical environment.

Historically design tends to be characterized by dominant themes and movements, particularly in areas of art, graphics, and architecture. Important design movements or periods include Gothic, Romanesque, Baroque, Neoclassicism, Arts and Crafts, Art Nouveau, Art Deco and avant-garde.

A large element of contemporary industrial design is web design, which includes both the technical and aesthetic aspects of creating websites.

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Latest blogosphere posts tagged “design”

 

• 138 designers to participate in WIFW autumn-winter 2012

  
  Thaindian News — Authority: 535
  New Delhi, Jan 27 (IANS) The upcoming edition of Wills Lifestyle India Fashion Week (WIFW), to be held next month, will witness a record number of 138 designers showcasing their collection on the ramp and racks. The number beats the maximum number of designers at the previous two editions of the bi-annual gala. [...]
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• 67Pixels

  
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  Go to "67Pixels" on CSSclip Link to "67Pixels"
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• Canonical Plans to Rewrite Ubuntu Interface Again with HUD

  
  The VAR Guy — Authority: 563
  Just when I thought Ubuntu developers were going to take a break from reinventing the user interface to focus on other pursuits, such as Ubuntu TV , Canonical founder Mark Shuttleworth announced a new endeavor, the Head-Up Display , designed to replace window menus. Here’s a look at the plans and what they could ...
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• Lensol-Wells Company chair

  
  iainclaridge.net — Authority: 516
  Vintage Lensol-Wells Company chair featuring fabric embedded fibreglass seat. Via Sit and Read . Related Posts Leigh Wells Gus* School Chair Molo chair Saga chair Aviator Chair
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• Friday Fix January 23 – January 27

  
  Inspiredology — Authority: 104
  The Friday Fix is a weekly recap of all things inspiring. We look at new web apps, portfolios, beautiful websites and anything else design related. Zero Bundle Styiens 50 AIGA EDITS Quarterly Mathieu Strabach Ramotion Tobias Van Scheider Graz Secrets ...
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• The Splendors of the Multiverse

  
  Uncommon Descent — Authority: 504
  In a comment to this post dmullenix writes:  “What happened before the Big Bang? The multiverse already existed, it just hadn’t created this particular universe yet. What about space and time? No problem, they’re a part of the universe and came into existence when it did. . . we know that this universe came ...
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• 15 Free Beautiful Valentine’s Day Vector Illustrations

  
  DesignFloat | Published News — Authority: 140
  Valentine’s Day is coming soon and I thought you’d might like to be prepared for this event. Although it’s just a day as any other day, people all over the world like to celebrate it with a gift. Below you will find 15 beautiful Valentine’s Day themed vector illustrations.
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• Js Bugfix

  
  Get a Freelance Job — Authority: 153
  Hi, im using ckeditor. A blur function saves the document. The blur causes an error while opening modal dialogs from the editor. You must remove the blur function for saving and add a button for save / cancel instead. Alternatively you can use the save icon of the editor. check: ...
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• 28 Really Cool Postcard Designs

  
  DesignFloat | Published News — Authority: 140
  Firstly, I must “notify” you that you won’t find those classic landscape postcards in this article. Instead of making an article on something that I’m sure all of you know, we decided to try something new, a postcard style that you aren’t that used to!
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• Paper Cut

  
  Yanko Design — Authority: 676
  Möwe – Dream Paper Concept looks at the possibility of having intelligent paper that prints, auto cuts and folds 3-D paper projects. A lot of folks indulge in 3-D scale models and it is an interesting hobby. Mac takes the idea a step further by suggesting that what if we could control “where and how far to fold ...
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• Brilliant Showcase of Amazing Hand Drawn Websites

  
  DesignFloat | Published News — Authority: 140
  When a new website is to be designed, designers often try to use the latest technology to create something spectacular. But sometimes its nice to go back to basics and this is exactly what these designers have done. Here i have a cool showcase of Hand Drawn Websites for you to get inspiration.
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• LEGO Moleskine Notebooks Even Let You Stack Blocks on Them

  
  technabob — Authority: 119
  Those of you who carry around a Moleskine notebook will love this news. Moleskine will be releasing a limited edition collection of LEGO-themed notebooks on March 1st. Yes, they do look awesome. Each notebook comes in ruled or plain notebook models and includes a LEGO bookmark and stickers. Best of all, they ...
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• Could Cities Benefit from Small-Scale, Local "Urban Acupuncture" Projects Like This? (Photos)

  
  TreeHugger — Authority: 741
  Woven from bamboo, this inviting structure transforms an empty lot in busy Taipei into a haven where neighborhood residents can relax and gather over a fire.
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• How To Design a Garden Step III: Pathways

  
  Homegrown Evolution — Authority: 108
  So youve set your goals and have a scale drawing of the land you plan to garden. Whats next? Paths! Paths keep you from compacting soil and lend visual interest to your garden. Some tips: Establish a path hierarchy Create wide paths with smaller branching paths. Think of the human circulatory system: Or ...
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• 3D Origami Illustrations of Animals

  
  DesignFloat | Published News — Authority: 140
  3D Origami Illustrations of Animals. Origami is the traditional Japanese art of paper folding but Jeremy Kool has created a digital representation of paper art.
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• Giveaway: 250 pcs Die Cut Business Card Printing for one (1) winner

  
  DesignFloat | Published News — Authority: 140
  Are you looking to start your new year with a fresh set of prints to help promote your design business? Then We have yet another cool giveaway. Lava360 and uPrinting announce the inception of their new giveaway: : 250 pcs Die Cut Business Card Printing for one (1) winner. If you’ve not heard of uPriniting, they are ...
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• Let’s Bring Spring Into Our Hearts and Designs – Graphic Resources

  
  DesignFloat | Published News — Authority: 140
  I know it’s the middle of the winter and that some of you, like me, struggle with mountains of snow. With this in mind, I’ve made a collection of design resources you will surely need for your upcoming projects: butterflies, florals, spring branches, green trees and so much more!
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• 15 Beautiful Triangle Inspired business cards

  
  DesignFloat | Published News — Authority: 140
  Business cards are so important when it comes to networking. They provide prospects with our contact info and, more importantly, a lasting impression. Today for your inspiration we have gathered 15 Beautiful Triangle Inspired business cards. These business card would be perfect for an organizer or representative for ...
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• The Gift Of Art! Eye-Catching Examples Of Dance Oil Paintings Art

  
  DesignFloat | Published News — Authority: 140
  Oil painting is the process of painting with stains that are bound with a medium of drying oil particularly in early modern Europe, linseed oil. Often oil such as linseed was boiled with a resin such as pine resin or even frankincense; these were called ‘varnishes’ and were prized for their body and gloss. Other ...
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• More Than Signals

  
  Yanko Design — Authority: 676
  The Sólo is a modular traffic signal that can be easily disassembled and used for other purposes. A good example is the event of a road mishap, and how the lights can be intelligently used to create a detour for oncoming traffic. Even for road repairs; if the street is closed, may as well use the lights for marking ...
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