Dorien Franken

Cool Video with Words As Image

dorien — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 17:30:21 +0000

When in need of some inspiration for creating a letterhead or logo, watch this cool video. ‘Words As Image’ is also available as a book which showcases nearly 100 of Korean designer Ji Lee’s head-scratching word images, along with tips to help you create your own and share them at www.wordasimage.com.

20 Most Beautiful Bookstores In The World

dorien — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 12:45:39 +0000

Having trouble planning a trip? Here’s an idea: visit the 20 most beautiful bookstores in the world. Like the American Book Center, right here in Amsterdam. Darn inspiring.

Online Bulletin Board

dorien — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 12:38:23 +0000

Pinterest is an online bulletin board for your favorite images. It allows you to organize images — maybe pretty magazine covers or other creative ideas — into boards for specific categories. When you “pin” something new, your followers will see it. They can like, comment or re-pin it to their boards. Like Facebook content, your Pinterest pins can go viral.

Cloud Table

dorien — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 11:25:08 +0000

This Cloud Table is designed by Autoban, an Istanbul based design studio. The table is made of oak, walnut or rosewood and was initially designed for a residential project. I like it, as well as the other products they create … Lees verder →

Flickermood 2.0

dorien — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 10:57:52 +0000

How music, motion and typographics come together. Nicely done! The next level of a experimental typographic orgy. Check out this film by Sebastian Lange. Music by Forss

Goodies For A Hot Dog and A Warm Heart

dorien — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 09:53:52 +0000

With it being -15 degrees in Amsterdam, and with me being a dog lover, I wondered the web for some cool hot stuff for dogs during winter time. On etsy.com I found the Slouchy Hooded Cowl, the cutest thing ever. Now your dog can experience premium acrylic yarn combined with a pretty cozy look. They’ve got 30 colors and the best part is that 20% of the sale price will be donated to the homeless and abandoned pets of the Riverside City Animal Shelter. ♥

MacHook

dorien — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 09:37:42 +0000

A nice way to elevate your headphones away from the clutter. The MacHook adheres to the top of your iMac with nano-suction technology and it fits 2009 – 2011 model iMacs. $15

X-Mass card stamp

dorien — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 12:35:29 +0000

Although it’s a bit late, posting this in February, still the idea is great for next year. The Christmas Card Stamp, designed by Sebastian Bergne. The stamp is 70mm in diameter with a cork handle and is supplied with a large red … Lees verder →

Whisky glass design

dorien — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 12:29:54 +0000

Award winning designer Sebastian Bergne is one to watch. His unique products are a sight for sore eyes. Like this new whisky glass. A gentle ‘ping’ sounds as they touch and turn.

Januari 2012 // Dorien ontwikkelt Margriet More

dorien — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 15:00:24 +0000

In oktober 2011 werd Dorien gevraagd om een ‘new school’ special te ontwikkelen voor Margriet. Het resultaat is Margriet More, een special die zes keer per jaar verschijnt in een oplage van 89.000 ex. Dorien creeërde het logo en ontwikkelde het basisontwerp. Iedere special bevat uitscheurkaarten en een krantenkatern dat boordevol tips, adressen en extra informatie zit. Introductieprijs € 3,95.