Ellen Lupton

Ellen Lupton discusses what's new in the latest edition of 'Thinking With Type' and how non-designers can benefit from it. The conversation covers typography fundamentals, origins of terms like points and kerning, and the importance of hierarchy in design. The evolution of typography in the digital age is explored, highlighting challenges and changes since 2010.

Designer, educator, and author Ellen Lupton discusses the 'rule of three' in design, emphasizing how it aids decision-making and simplifies information. They explore the impact of this principle on storytelling, design choices in IKEA stores, and the power of deliberate design for a compelling narrative.

Ellen Lupton, co-director of MICA's MFA graphic design program and Senior Curator of Contemporary Design at Cooper Hewitt, shares her journey from art student to influential designer and author. She discusses evolving her writing to be more accessible for emerging designers and dives into the intersection of teaching, curating, and writing. Ellen highlights the need for design discourse to address social issues, emphasizes the importance of experience in design, and names influential thinkers who inspire her work. A captivating blend of theory and practice!