The Big Ideas Collective blog entries, by Ned Hoste

Knowing what inspires you is the key to recharging your creative batteries..

In times of so much doom and gloom on the news and the seemingly gleeful negativity of the presenters, everyone needs to recharge their enthusiasm and positive energy – that is what the summer is for...

Unless strictly necessary, secrecy and keeping information to oneself is not always wise or indeed possible – so, rather than trying to work it out alone – share. Without open communication a project will be lifeless, opportunities will be missed and life would be dull...

Art Director Ned takes us through the first steps of any creative communication project at BIG.  With apologies for his taste in music (or maybe not?).

Twelve years ago I needed a 600 ft sq studio to do what I do today. The last decade’s technological advances in the design industry has meant that I can now operate from a rucksack, from anywhere and with a larger toolbox.

One way we strive to build trust and respect is through networking and speaking at events where we share our research, knowledge and information.

In this seemingly frantic world of business time is a valuable commodity and one of the most powerful investments we can make.

So much more than a good looking book…
We’ve just taken delivery of our new credentials document.

The spark behind the concept and rise of the Big Ideas Collective

The power of the computers we use today has brought the ability to use design software to many users. The ability to have the software on your PC does not however make the user a designer.