Author Archives: Jessica Kuhn

About Jessica Kuhn

As senior and online editor of HOW, Jessica has learned that designers are some of the most interesting, fun-loving and innovative people around. She sees stunning work all day long and is surrounded by creative energy from the readers of HOW, whether she’s perusing Twitter, at HOW Design Live, or looking at HOW Competition winners. This inspiration encourages her to pursue her own passions. Part of that passion is writing about creatives who are Designing Change.

Freelancers Share Their Best Business Practices

Posted on May 24, 2013 by Jessica Kuhn

As a creative professional, the key to running a successful business is to learn not only from “experts” in the industry, but also to hear from your peers about how they run their businesses and solve some of the same … More

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The Great Gatsby Inspires Design

Posted on May 15, 2013 by Jessica Kuhn

The art deco decadence found in images surrounding “The Great Gatsby” — both new and old — is flooding the internet space and inspiring some Gatsby-themed design creations. More

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Make This Year Matter: Propel Your Freelance Biz Forward

Posted on May 2, 2013 by Jessica Kuhn

Have you been wondering how to start freelancing or how to make your freelance business more successful? Stop dreaming and take action with this compilation of favorite freelance resources from HOWDesign.com. More

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Designing Change: Compass to Care

Posted on April 22, 2013 by Jessica Kuhn

Compass to Care, which pays for the travel arrangements of cancer patients’ families, teamed up with EPIC, an organization that pairs designers with nonprofits. More

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Best of Show: Growing a Burger Brand

Posted on April 1, 2013 by Jessica Kuhn

Minneapolis agency FAME got cooking when it tackled an identity design for growing restaurant chain MyBurger. See this award-winning design project. More

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A Sign of Progress

Posted on March 28, 2013 by Jessica Kuhn

Eleven business owners in a Cincinnati neighborhood unveil new signage, thanks to CoSign Cincy. The venture, chiefly funded by a grant opportunity, pairs artists, local business owners and professional fabricators to design and install new signage with a goal to help transform neighborhoods into commerce destinations. More

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23 Days. 23 Films. 23 James Bond Posters.

Posted on January 23, 2013 by Jessica Kuhn

Design duo Herring & Haggis fulfilled the honorable mission of watching all 23 James Bond films in 23 days. The results: 23 stunning and exciting James Bond posters, each documenting one of the films. More

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Jill Robertson’s Designer Wish List

Posted on December 18, 2012 by Jessica Kuhn

HOW asked designers, “What’s on your holiday wish lists?” Design firm co-owner, Jill Robertson, divulged her list, including wearables, edibles and decor. More

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Designer Wish List: Debbie Millman

Posted on December 7, 2012 by Jessica Kuhn

HOW decided to ask a handful of design professionals, “What’s on your holiday wish lists?” The fabulous Debbie Millman obliged. We encourage you to grab a handkerchief before viewing, because you may drool a little — we did. More

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Design for Change: 13 Ideas That Matter

Posted on December 7, 2012 by Jessica Kuhn

Each Year, Sappi Ideas That Matter grants fuel a wide variety of design projects for the greater good. Get inspired by the work of the 2012 recipients (plus, get the first preview here!). More

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