
The 100 Day Project – a midpoint update
It’s been more than 50 days since some of us at openbox9 started the 100 Day project. As with any large undertaking, there have been some unexpected challenges, some fun …

openbox9 takes on the 100 Day Project
100 days of one activity challenge

A Mighty Fine Rhyme with Nine
Poems from a friend of openbox9

Going steady with the world wide web
Learning web design on the job – Hannah explains

Give Thanks
The team’s thoughts on Thanksgiving

nine 9’s – a rigorous team exercise
The openbox9 team cuts, chews, and makes some 9’s

Communicating Your Local Identity, Globally
Raise your voice above the chaotic chatter

Reaching Out to Millennials
As a communications major, there are many phrases and reminders that have been drilled into my head. One has always stood out to me in particular: know your target audience. …

Bringing Back the Golden Age of Mail
Happy were the days when mailboxes were overflowing with letters from far off loved ones, party invitations and exotic post cards. Holding a written note in your hand was a …

Eyes Opened to Design
Every second, of everyday design is surrounding us. To some of us, it greets us as an old friend, others a new chapter. And still some don’t recognize its presence. …

The Night Before
The night before a big day is always stressful. You run through all potential situations, try on every outfit in your closet and attempt to remember why you are putting …

Cheetahs Receive Some Help from Our Bytes
When it comes to promoting beauty, the best thing to do as a designer is get out of the way and let the beauty do all the work. Designing for …