Discovered on Pinterest on October 3, 2023

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“The Subway Map”

Another useful design and branding influence

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.

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Why have you kept a reference of “The Subway Map”?

Hey! You found one of the images that have taken my fancy while I was browsing Pinterest recently. I'm not claiming ownership of any of these images, but I do claim to have good taste.

The collaborative nature of Pinterest allows designers to work closely with clients, ensuring that the design style aligns perfectly with the brand's vision.

Look books and scrap books are invaluable tools for designers, offering a curated collection of inspirations and ideas that can spark creativity. Design, often underestimated, is the silent influencer that shapes our choices, preferences, and brand loyalties. Every design choice, from the color palette to the imagery used, either elevates or dilutes the brand's image and message. Design, often the first point of interaction, plays a crucial role in shaping a potential customer's perception of a brand. 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

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