How to write markdown
Recently, there’s been a lot of talk about markdown as an alternate way to format text.
I decided to do a little research and see what all the talk was about and I was actually quite glad of what I found; markdown is simple markup language that makes it easier for writers to write good content for the web without having to worry about the HTML code in their articles. Continue Reading →
Data Driven Design: A Simple Primer
Web apps are becoming ever-more prevalent on the internet. Some may argue that they are simply more complicated websites. Regardless of their definition; what happens when you are designing for large amounts of constantly fluctuating data?
There are a few examples of data driven interfaces and they all have to handle a lot of varied data that is constantly changing. The most common are admin areas and analytic dashboards. The data can take many forms; graphs, charts, tables or text. Each can be displayed in a variety of different ways depending on the context and meaning you are trying to convey with the data. One thing to remember is that you can rarely be sure of the length or amount of data you need to cater for; so think simple to start… Continue Reading →
Creating a CSS3 Dropdown Menu – Video Tutorial
We have talked a lot about about HTML5 and CSS3 in the past couple of months and today we continue the series of video tutorials with a new addition: creating a CSS3 dropdown menu from scratch. It is extremely easy to do, so don’t be scared.
The video is a bit longer, around 40 minutes, this is because I have gone into great detail explaining the process. Once you are able to do it on your own, 10-15 minutes should be enough for you to go through the necessary coding and create this dropdown menu. Continue Reading →
antoine predock architects: canadian museum for human rights, winnipeg
characterized by a 5000 square meter 'glass cloud,' the building is the first museum dedicated to the evolution, celebration and future of human rights in canada.
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werner aisslinger: bikini island for moroso
the collection for introduces an easy to arrange furniture landscape that invites the user to configure their personal space.
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shelley mcnamara of grafton architects interview
designboom: what is the best moment of the day? usually the best moments as an architect are when you discover something or when you overhear a funny conversation on the street that makes you laugh.
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Master Advanced Drawing in Photoshop by Creating an Old Alarm Clock From Scratch
Master Advanced Drawing in Photoshop by Creating an Old Alarm Clock From Scratch
Drawing in Photoshop can be a scary learning curve to start with. Beyond the basic shape tools there are a host of more complex features that can make the difference between an intermediate and an advanced user.
Today we’re going to explore some of these features and learn how to create a realistic alarm clock vector. This will be an entirely non-destructive process, that results in a clean, scalable vector outcome. Simply put, you’ll follow the workflow of a true professional and learn how to use Photoshop’s advanced drawing tools the right way. Continue Reading →
CEBRA: UDK holstebro administration building
using the triangle in its various forms and scales, the new administrative building creates a friendly environment shared by several departments under one structure.
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tree art museum by daipu architects
an artistic village has been refurbished as a museum, replaced by big scale blocks - introducing an ambient, public space where people can gather.
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lazy basketball chair by emanuele magini for campeggi
bringing the game off the court and into the home, the seating design invites you to sit back and relax while you shoot some hoops.
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elasticospa + cesario carena: fisherman’s house in italy
a contemporary concrete dwelling extends from an early 20th-century home offering a range of spaces representing the eclectic nature of its inhabitant.
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studio MK27: casa lee
casa lee by studio MK27 is a one-story house that boasts four bedrooms a large open plan living space, a gym and outdoor pool.
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studio swine: sao paulo collection
the studio has employed waste materials found in brazil's largest city--from metal, to wood and glass--transforming them into a family of lighting, seating and table pieces.
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stylized fashion fonts by yvette yang
the series contains sets of typefaces showing the fashion trend of each season.
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Leaflet: Interactive Maps with JavaScript and OpenStreetMap
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