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3D Printing is changing the game, the gun game! Let us know what you think of the direction 3D printing is heading.

3D Printing: The Good and the Ugly ‘The future is here. It’s just not widely distributed yet.’ -William Gibson (coined the term cyberspace) The worlds first 3D printed gun. Another trend we will be seeing much more of in 2013 and on is 3D printing . It is revolutionizing the way we design and manufactu...

Two part series on trends for 2013. Check out the first--web design. What do you think are some upcoming trends for this year?

Trends 2013: Web Design Happy New Year and welcome 2013. We’re back after a nice and much needed holiday celebration. The end of one year and the beginning of the next always presents a time of reflection and an opportunity to look forward. As our world has sped up significantly in the last 12 years—showing no signs of slo...

check out the latest news on the social tv front. how do you feel about tv going social?

TV Going Social Smartphones and tablets have created a TV audience increasingly connected to their viewing experience. Viewers can simultaneously watch their favorite television shows while accessing the Internet through their devices, which has driven the recent research and development of social TV. We have seen ...

Video Included! Part one of the Christmas spirit brand. It's almost Christmas...are you in the spirit?

The Christmas Spirit, Rooted in its Brand. The Christmas Spirit, Rooted in its Brand. Posted on December 18, 2012 by Solid Design StudioIt’s that time of year again. The smell of pine and peppermint float in the crisp December air, your street is lit at dusk by the soft glow of your neighbor’s twinkle lights, and you find yourself frequently...

What do you think of the UC's new logo?

UC: Trading in Tradition for...What Exactly? UC: Trading in Tradition for...What Exactly? Posted on December 12, 2012 by Solid Design StudioThe University of California unveiled an entirely new logo and identity system last week causing quite a stir among students, faculty and the general public. After 144 years of a mark that communicates tra...

new post on the micro apartment trend. find out about the growing trend of people living in 250 sq.ft. or less!

Living with Less... Could you? Living with Less... Could you? Posted on December 7, 2012 by Solid Design StudioPhoto Courtesy of Wired.comHave you ever been in a walk in closet large enough for your fridge and your bed? Here is one with a bath, refrigerator, window, and the rest of the kitchen. Oh wait, it’s an apartment! Ther...

UK to remove creative subjects from curriculum? Also, a bit on famed graphic designer, Neville Brody--check it out!

http://www.solidesignstudio.com/nubert-says/design-around-the-globe-neville-brody-and-news-in-uks-cr