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Pale Blue Magazine Interviews Kevin Jones
September 26, 2025
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How a Former NFL Player Made This Beloved ’60s Shelving System Even More Modular
Post-gridiron, Kevin Jones took an internship with USM. Now he’s given the company’s famous Haller pieces what might be their most radical update yet.
5 Signs Your Website Is Hurting Your Brand
Your website is often the first impression people get of your brand. Here are five signs it may be working against you, and how to check in five minutes.
AI Can Make More. Humans Make It Matter.
AI is changing how marketing gets made. But as technology gets faster, human creativity, strategy, and connection matter more than ever.
Designing With AI: Why Human Creativity Still Matters
AI is transforming the creative process, but human creativity still matters. Discover how designers can use AI to work faster while keeping strategy, emotion, and originality at the center.
What Heinz's World Cup Campaign Teaches Us About Great Branding
Discover what Heinz's clever World Cup campaign teaches about branding, visual marketing, and creating memorable moments that capture attention and build lasting brand recognition.
Why Levi's Stadium Lost Its Name During the FIFA World Cup 2026
When FIFA covered the Levi’s Stadium logo for the 2026 World Cup, few expected the move to spark a viral marketing moment. Discover how one hidden logo became a powerful reminder that strong branding is about recognition, consistency, and lasting impressions.
ROI by Design: The Blueprint for Visual Marketing
Discover how strategic visual marketing helps brands build trust, increase engagement, and drive real business growth through intentional design.
Branded Like a Human: How to Create Messaging That Feels Real, Not Robotic
In a world of instant AI copy and polished PR, consumers are tuning out the noise. Discover why "robotic" messaging is a silent conversion killer and learn how to infuse your brand with the authentic, human warmth that builds real trust.
When Brand Mascots Take on a Life of Their Own: The Pepsi vs. Coca-Cola Moment
When Pepsi featured Coca-Cola’s polar bear in a Super Bowl ad, a fan-made “response” quickly went viral. The moment proved that iconic brand assets don’t just capture attention — they empower audiences to carry the story further.
How Social Listening Creates Clarity for Modern Organizations
Discover how social listening helps organizations turn online conversations into actionable insights, improve messaging, and strengthen team alignment.
Brand Clarity Before Aesthetics: Why Strategy Comes First
Discover why brand strategy should come before design and how brand clarity leads to stronger, more consistent, and memorable brands.
Why Consistency Wins: The Power of a Cohesive Brand System
Discover why brand consistency matters and how a cohesive brand system strengthens recognition, trust, and business growth.
Creative Direction vs. Graphic Design: What You Actually Need
Unsure if you need a graphic designer or a creative director? Learn key differences between these roles and which one is right for your brand’s needs.
Micro-Moments, Major Impact: How Subtle Brand Details Build Big Loyalty
It’s not always the big campaigns that build brand loyalty—it’s the little things. From the way your website feels to how you respond on social media, these subtle moments create lasting trust. Here's how to make every detail count.
Fonts Have Feelings Too: Choosing Typefaces That Actually Match Your Brand
It’s not always the big campaigns that build brand loyalty—it’s the little things. From the way your website feels to how you respond on social media, these subtle moments create lasting trust. Here's how to make every detail count.
Design Now | Venice Biennale 2025 Edition
Each week, we explore a handful of global design headlines, from standout projects, to innovative product launches, and industry moments. Celebrating craftsmanship, creativity, and contemporary design, we showcase this week’s highlights from Venice Biennale 2025.
Designing for the Scroll: Why Your Brand Needs to Look Good in 3 Seconds or Less
In a world of fast thumbs and infinite feeds, your brand has seconds to stand out. Learn how to design with impact, clarity, and emotion to pass the blink test and stop the scroll.
unEarthed / Second Nature / PolliNATION: l’ecosistema vivente di USM Modular Furniture alla Biennale di Venezia
Alla Biennale Architettura di Venezia è presente anche USM Modular Furniture con l’installazione “unEarthed / Second Nature / PolliNATION” realizzata in collaborazione con Virginia Tech Honors College, Cloud9 e Joba Studio.
Venice Architecture Biennale 2025: In Defense of Speculation
USM’s unEarthed / Second Nature / PolliNATION
Ever present in various sectors of architecture, design, and lifestyle, Swiss modular furniture company USM teamed up with the Virginia Tech Honors College to present a two-part installation entitled unEarthed / Second Nature / PolliNATION. The first parts—curated by Barcelona-based firm Cloud9 Architect and presented within the Giardini della Marinaressa