Objects
Why a Door Handle Tells You Where to Push
Door handle design makes an unfamiliar entrance easier to read, showing how shape, position and movement help you…
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Articles
Read the latest Bright Design Review articles: close examinations of objects, graphics, rooms, buildings and shared spaces, with a focus on choices readers can see and understand.
Graphics
Serif or Sans Serif for a Printed Page?
Serif or sans serif for a printed page? Compare type on the intended paper to choose a face that stays clear, fits the…
Interiors
The Parlour Before the Living Room
The parlour and living room reflect different patterns of use. Learn how to arrange a front room for guests, daily…
Interiors
The Feature Wall Is Not a Room Plan
A feature wall cannot fix a room plan. Learn to assess sightlines, surface, light and pattern before choosing paint or…
Architecture
Reading a Building Entrance on a Rainy Day
Reading a building entrance on a rainy day reveals how canopy, threshold and route manage wet weather, so you can…