What is this page about?
I'm James Kindred, a brand consultant and graphic designer based in Suffolk. I have over 25 years of experience in brand development, graphic design and digital delivery.
Book a free consultation to discuss your brand and how I can help your growing business, emerging brand or startup
Information
Why have you kept a reference of “The Subway Map”?
Hi! This image is among the many I've adored on Pinterest. I don't claim them, but I do celebrate my taste in design.
Building a design style or brand character often starts with a single pin on Pinterest, highlighting its integral role in the creative process.
Using reference materials, like mood boards and look books, is essential for designers to draw inspiration and conceptualize fresh ideas. In the intricate world of branding, how a brand is perceived by its audience can make or break its success. In design, simplicity is the ultimate sophistication, leading to clarity and user-friendly experiences. A brand without a compelling story and vision is merely a name and logo, lacking depth and connection. A brand's voice, values, and vision are amplified and communicated through its design choices. Design is the magical process of turning abstract ideas into tangible visuals, creating value and meaning.
What Pinterest tells us about this image
What was transit like in New York City before the Uber’s, Waze’s, Google Maps and Lyft’s of the world existed? Decades ago, prior to cunning app developers employing technology as a means of optimizing travel, the powers that be at the New York Transit Authority sought solace in a little known graphic designer named Massimo Vignelli. – This was originally posted on Pinterest. See the original
