Demystifying image file formats
Vector vs. Raster Vector images are created using geometrical formulas in programs such as Adobe Illustrator. Vector artwork is made up of a series of points and lines that uses …
5 ways to get creative
“I’m just not creative,” a client will say. “You’re a designer, can you help me think of ideas?” All designers hear this – from clients, friends, even family members. The …
What is design thinking?
I had the privilege of having drinks with Ellen Lupton last week (think: water + 50 other people in the room). Her topic: “what is design and design thinking?” Defining …
Why HTML5 should be exciting to you!
It’s been over a decade since HTML4 came out and the web has made significant changes since then. There are many more online users, the development of open source browsers …
Year of the Rabot : 2011
We have a new enemy We hope your 2011 is a safe one… the army of detached rabbit heads being mounted to robots might make it a challenge. Only after …
idea: saving street water
Water problems solved: Conserves water during times when processed water should be used for humans/animal types not plants Prevents rainstorm runoff from getting into our waterways (what’s wrong with that?) …
Redesign vs. Realign, What’s a Website to do?
I once heard myself answering the question “should I redesign my site” with a question “do you think your website could perform better?” Which is the same as saying “yes.” …
Journey & Immersion -Sites We’re Inspired By
We’re always out looking for new trends and inspiration. Recently, we’ve noticed a few things in the world of the web that have us pretty excited and, yes, inspired! They …
A New Year’s Wish from openbox9 to You
For many, this is a tough time of year! There’s much to be done and many expectations to be met. But wait, there’s more! From us here at openbox9 to …
The un-Santa of Pro-bono Work
‘Doing good’ is alluring — a great elixir to induce happy feelings like a warm embrace from a Grandma smelling of cookies. But what does ‘doing good’ mean to design …
Thankfulness
As thanksgiving gobbles itself to our tables, we wanted to take a waddle back from our usual writing topic of design and share with you all what we’re thankful for …
Where does inspiration come from?
Hikes, sketching, a conversation with a 5 year old, and Salvador Dali’s work; these are some things that inspire us at openbox9. We thought we’d poll the office and explore …