The Design Block
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Student designers redesign cereal packaging for ease of use
This new cereal box redesign concept is not only vibrant but also more convenient to use.
Creative fashion illustrations completed using food items
If you like to play with your food, these fashion designs are creatively completed with different items.
An offensive website blocker to stop your procrastinating
Need a shocking, expletive reminder to stop your idle web browsing during work? This Chrome extension will help.
Traditional wedding food enjoyed around the world
While the happy couple’s big day is supposed to be all about them, no wedding celebration is truly complete without an array of tasty wedding food.
Whimsical, customizable monster plant pots
Indoor plants can help fight colds and decreased coughs, sore throats, fatigue, and other symptoms.
Google’s professional photo editing software is now free
What was once a $500US package of pro photo editing software is now completely free. Google has recently announced that its Nik Collection desktop suite, a professional photo editing package, is now free for download. Acquired by Google back in 2012, the software was priced…
RALFH at WestJet wishes you a Happy April Fools’ Day
Yes, it’s April first again. For most of us, it’s the most annoying day of the year, with people (and companies) trying hard to prank each other. In their continuing spirit of the day, WestJet has once again released its annual April Fools’ video. This year…
10 ways people really annoy graphic designers
"Can you make the logo design bigger?" is probably the most heard and most annoying thing you can say.
Cube device matches any colour you find around you
Despite the many apps and gadgets out there, Cube detects, measures and quantifies colour.
Pepsi Light packaging resembles a dumbbell
Pepsi unveiled its newest campaign for Pepsi Light that features its product in dumbbell shaped bottles.
Vintage books transformed into mountain landscapes
If you're a lover of vintage books, then you might want to shy away from this.
Need a sugar fix? How about a donut ice cream cone
If sweet stuff is your thing, the donut ice cream cone is a tantalizing alternative to the classic cone or wafer.
Do your weird writing habits relate to those of famous authors?
Everyone has their own unique habits that help them to be more creative. Here are some from famous writers.
How to write an About Me page that will get you hired
Here are a few tips to writing an About Me page to help you get hired.
Makeup artist transforms her lips into sexy art
Canadian makeup artist Andrea Reed uses her own lips to show off her talent by turning them into sexy art.
Start off Monday with humorously illustrated puns
Justine Morrison wanted to give people in the office a laugh on the most dreadful day of the week.
Idyllic places to go if the world ends tomorrow
Where on Earth are the best choices for riding out the coming apocalypse?
Swiss movement watches inspired by camera designs
Photographers might enjoy these watches that combine elements of classic and modern cameras.
Glass data discs capable of storing 360 TB for eons
Researchers at the University of Southampton have announced they’ve figured out how to store huge amounts of data on small glass discs.
Snickers pokes fun at Photoshop fails in new ads
The back covers of Sports Illustrated's Swimsuit Issue contain humorous Photoshop errors by Snickers.
Witty comic shows how differently ideas are perceived
This witty comic describes the differences between how designers and clients perceive ideas.
Coca-Cola 12-pack packaging transforms into VR viewer
Coca-Cola turn some of their cardboard packaging into VR viewers for your smartphone.
How to chose the right sunglasses for your face shape
These useful charts by Gear Patrol will help you figure out the right sunglasses for your face shape.
Van Gogh plush toy comes with a detachable ear you can gift
This Van Gogh plush toy, much like its namesake, also comes with a detachable left ear.
Psychological tricks to help get what you want
The art of persuasion is a subtle, complex discipline. There are, however, a few psychological tricks you can use.
Next-gen disposable utensils: The Edible Spoon Maker
This device—which looks like a waffle maker—cooks edible spoons with several different types of dough inside its spoon-shaped moulds.
Stylish Somerset bicycle transforms into handcart
The Somerset is a stylish and compact option for urban dwellers.
The most insane things smuggled through customs
If you travel often you know there are strict regulations when crossing international borders. Despite these regulations, many people still try to smuggle strange, unusual and illegal items through customs.
Are you and your client a perfect match? Take the quiz to find out
What do you look for on a date that makes you want to continue seeing that person? Do you want to feel a connection, a hint of shared interests, an ability to clearly communicate? The principle is the same when looking for a client: will…
The painstaking process of body painting for Sports Illustrated
This year's lineup includes UFC fighter Ronda Rousey, tennis player Caroline Wozniacki and ski racer Lindsey Vonn.
The phrases heard in meetings and what they actually mean
At one point during a meeting, I’m sure someone has said something and you weren’t quite sure what the heck they were talking about. They probably used what seems like random phrases or buzzwords to mask what they really mean and sound more intelligent.
Why sarcastic people are more creative
Did you know that 64 percent of the people who make sarcastic comments are able to find a creative solution to their problem?
New Budweiser packaging revisits its classic identity
For its thirteenth redesign, Budweiser and Jones Knowles Ritchie chose to focus on the brand’s original logotype.
Intricate hand-carved artworks from a paper sheet
Using a single sheet of paper and a knife, this artist painstakingly carves precise designs.
Keep a slice handy with the pizza pouch
Created by novelty website Stupidiotic, this clear triangular plastic pouch is designed to hold a single slice of pizza.
Hide the wine. This wine rack uses optical illusion to store your booze
esigned by Harlequin Illusions, the Pinetti seamlessly vanishes the wine bottles that pass through it.
Rude greeting cards feature simple, funny illustrations
Conventional cards are meant to convey positive feelings and best wishes for someone you care about. However, these cards by de-motivational speaker Paul Gandhi are anything but conventional.
Deadpool presents a humorous testicular cancer PSA
Over the weekend the movie Deadpool brought in an estimated $150 million at the box office. And although this is the largest opening for a February movie, Ryan Reynolds—while dressed as Deadpool—took the time to talk testicular cancer.
The most bizarre hobbies from around the world
While the average people takes up a hobby like playing sports, baking — or even stamp collecting — there are a handful of unique individuals that consider these common pass-times mundane. So what do these people do instead? According to British website Gifts.co.uk, they enjoy…
Minimalist geometric dog houses for lovers of architecture
Korean brand Bad Marlon has created a series of cool modern dog houses for owners to pamper their pets.
Things that designers do to annoy clients
Designers commonly complain about how difficult clients are, but they're also guilty of being difficult to clients.
Satisfy your sweet tooth with a fried Nutella ice cream ball
Nutella is quickly growing in popularity, with new recipes being invented for it all the time. For those who are new to fried ice cream, the idea of a grapefruit-sized ball of Nutella and vanilla fried ice cream adorned with crushed Maltesers is intriguing and…
Learn the reasons why men shave: A brief history
For a brief history of shaving, Prim & Prep has put together this informative infographic.
Coca-Cola’s Marvel-themed cans for Super Bowl teaser
Coca-Cola is partnering with Marvel for a Super Bowl spot that will air during the second quarter.
Advertisers tease us with their Super Bowl 50 ads
Laugh or cry, here's a few of the ads that you'll see on Super Bowl Sunday.
Amazing sculptures carved out of the tips of pencils
Using an X-acto knife and tiny chisel, pencil lead is transformed into miniature sculptures.
Comics depict the sad, but funny truth about Facebook
The series takes jabs at several features of the dominating platform. Take a look at these surprising accurate and funny situations that you should be familiar with.
Hyundai’s amusing Ryan Reynolds ad is Super Bowl ready
Imagine a town where every single man looks like Ryan Reynolds.
Infographic: Quirky road signs from around the world
Language continues to be a barrier when travelling abroad. Travellers, however, can at least rely on the simplicity of universally designed signs to guide them on their adventures. And while most road signs will tell you the speed limit or point you in the right…
This stylish custom bicycle is guaranteed to turn heads
The Ono Bikes' Archont design comes in both electric and normal bicycles and feature a customized stainless steel frame which complements the LED lights on the rear.