design

Graphic designer Ken Carbone explains the Swiss army knife’s enduring functionality.

A critique of the redesign of American currency, by Michael Bierut, a partner at the international design firm Pentagram and president of the American Institute of Graphic Arts.

A look at the satirical and grotesque stone ornaments that perch on the roof of cathedrals and office buildings. Produced by Brian Zumhagen.

Graphic designer Michael Bierut, president of the American Institute of Graphic Arts,dusts off old album covers and explores the convergence of marketing and art on the nearly obsolete 12″ by 12″ canvas.

Kurt Andersen weighs in on the design for the World War II Memorial on the Washington Mall.