Things are changing and you might not know it even if it’s you who’s actually caused the change. Haven’t figured it out yet? Just look at what you carry everyday and what most people can’t live without these days. I’m talking about your computer, phone and/or tablet. In the last couple of decades we’ve moved … Continue reading Respond or die
Category: General
Thoughts, books, travels and personal ideas.
We are designers in one shape or form
In some way or another, you’re probably a designer. We typically think of design as something visual, and in most cases it’s the easiest way to think of this profession. Graphic design, information design, structural design, environmental design, type design, etc… the list goes on. Just look at the picture above – can you believe … Continue reading We are designers in one shape or form
We survived 2012
The world was suppose to end on 21 December 2012. On the morning of 22 December, I was happy to find that Muriel and I didn’t wake up to a world where the sky was falling or the earth opening up to swallow all of human life. But, like probably a lot of people, it … Continue reading We survived 2012
It’s cold in here.
I did a quick interview with some of my fellow social media participants on getting a jacket for the winter. Coincidentally it was the best time to ask because the room we’re in is a tad bit chilly. Akiko from UNITAR recommended a ‘down‘ jacket, while Elena from OHCHR was happy with her ankle-length leather … Continue reading It’s cold in here.
Testing, Testing, and more Testing
Do you like tests? Just saying the word makes people nervous. It probably brings back memories of math, science, or anything else that makes you want to turn around and run away. But what if I asked you to “try” (i.e. test) the two cakes from ‘La patisserie des reves‘ (literally the cake shop of … Continue reading Testing, Testing, and more Testing
Sherlock and the L’Aquila Verdict
Have you seen Sherlock, the BBC One series on the famous detective by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, set in modern times? It’s an amazing series described on the BBC website as “Sherlock Holmes and Dr John Watson’s adventures in 21st Century London. A thrilling, funny, fast-paced contemporary reimagining of the Arthur Conan Doyle classic.” The … Continue reading Sherlock and the L’Aquila Verdict
Kool Keyboards
Have you ever wondered if the basic keyboard can be improved? I had this discussion a few weeks back about language issues and keyboards. Being in a French environment (or any non-native environment for that matter), the fact that most keyboards are in French makes it a bit of a pain to write. Of course … Continue reading Kool Keyboards
Silhouettes reveal more than you know…
Silhouettes are an amazing thing. Not only does it reveal the shape, curves, and intricacies of shape and form, but it’s also amazing how our brains interpret them and can make sense of them. There’s no better example of this than when we talk about symbols and icons. These graphical representations help us understand and … Continue reading Silhouettes reveal more than you know…
Facebook would be boring without photos.
Visual storytelling is something we’ve been doing for centuries (and longer). And the fact that we all now have ways to do this with the internet, cameras, and phones makes it all that much easier to connect and bring people closer together by sharing experiences and memories. “5 ways to impress your audience with visual … Continue reading Facebook would be boring without photos.
Google Earth, Maps, GPS tracks and geotagged photos
Google Earth is an amazing program that brings the world to you. It’s also an amazing tool that also puts you in the driving seat of geography! Not entirely a Geographic Information System (which most normal people don’t need in any case), it does make it easy for you to interpret and “map” your own … Continue reading Google Earth, Maps, GPS tracks and geotagged photos