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Interview by Dmitry Smirnov

The head of web design at Tinkoff discusses how to work with clients, the importance of teamwork, and whether designers need to be able to draw.

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How Optical Balance Works in Design

To some, the laconic design might seem like a collection of circles, triangles, and squares that even a child could arrange in a row. But it's not that simple.

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Printed Graphics in Design

Why does a designer need a knife, how can linoleum be used creatively, and why did a Russian studio coat a loaf of bread with printing ink?

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"People think interior design is about painting walls beautiful colors." Oleg Klodt on design

Architect Oleg Klodt discussed how to design an interior during a pandemic, communicate with difficult clients, and delegate tasks.

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An orange square, the MTS "egg," and a voice-activated logo: projects by Wolff Olins Studio

What do Google TV and FC Zenit have in common? Their logos were created by Wolff Olins, one of the world's largest design studios!

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The Perfect Design Trap

On perfectionism in work and professional burnout. Why you shouldn't strive for perfection, and what is the designer's goal?

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From Finding Inspiration to Design Plagiarism: How to Avoid Crossing the Line

How to stay original when borrowing other people's ideas. A lifeline from a designer who overcame guilt and found inner balance.

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How augmented reality became a storytelling tool in art

Museum exhibits and animated advertising right on your phone screen.

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"The Art of Form": How to Create Masterpieces with Texture and Expression

Exercises by Johannes Itten that will help you master the language of forms.

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Is a modular grid always necessary?

When is it better to work without a grid?

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Stories of Russian brands with designs from foreign studios

Wine from Italy, tangerines from Turkey, watches from Switzerland... What about imported design? We have some interesting stories!

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The Best Political Magazine Covers

Every month, art director Mikhail Loskov selects the best magazine covers. This month, the front page features freedom of speech, harassment, and Delacroix.