http://www.psfk.com Your Go-To Source For New Ideas And Inspiration Wed, 15 Feb 2012 15:24:16 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 http://www.psfk.com/2012/01/top-five-stories-6.html Sat, 28 Jan 2012 16:59:45 +0000 We review the best in design, trends, culture, arts and fashion in our weekly 'What's Trending Now' roundup.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2012/01/zarb-artistic-champagne-bottles.html Wed, 04 Jan 2012 15:50:53 +0000 Zarb pushes the envelope with innovative limited edition packaging. ]]> http://www.psfk.com/2012/01/ikea-uses-its-product-instructions-as-a-hiring-mechanism.html Tue, 03 Jan 2012 13:00:05 +0000 The company inserted "career instructions" into flat-pack furniture packaging to find new staff for its new megastore.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/12/evian-releases-commemorative-star-wars-bottles.html Wed, 21 Dec 2011 17:00:11 +0000 Luxury mineral water packaged like a lightsaber with fun character illustrations.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/12/four-packaging-ideas-that-focuses-on-reducing-waste.html Mon, 19 Dec 2011 17:20:51 +0000 From new coffee cups to plantable raincoats, four examples of fresh thinking on packaging and product design that cuts down on waste.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/12/stella-artois-christmas-packaging-builds-on-its-heritage.html Thu, 15 Dec 2011 17:27:35 +0000 The beer brand launches a holiday campaign with a new retro box and can design that cites their origins.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/12/wrap-gifts-like-a-burger.html Tue, 13 Dec 2011 18:50:13 +0000 Spread some tasty holiday cheer with concept wrapping paper that makes a stack of presents look like a cheeseburger.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/12/dockers-packages-pants-as-whiskey.html Tue, 13 Dec 2011 12:00:15 +0000 The pants maker shipped its new line of Alpha Khakis in cardboard tubes similar to those used for whiskey.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/12/consumers-prefer-emotive-package-designs-over-scientific-ones-headlines.html Wed, 07 Dec 2011 10:00:42 +0000 Packaging that make consumers feel good about buying a product is more likely to be successful.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/11/triple-pundit-occupy-kfc-demonstrators-called-on-company-to-green-its-buckets.html Mon, 21 Nov 2011 17:19:27 +0000 Demonstrators at over 150 restaurants called on the fast food chain to stop deforestation fueled by throwaway packaging. ]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/11/psfks-top-five-stories-of-the-week-3.html Fri, 18 Nov 2011 18:03:56 +0000 Review the best in design, trends, culture, arts and fashion in our weekly 'What's Trending Now' roundup.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/11/target-gift-card-transforms-into-tiny-wooden-plane.html Mon, 14 Nov 2011 17:00:38 +0000 The American retailer turns an everyday gift card into a built-it-yourself toy airplane. ]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/11/triple-pundit-luxury-brands-making-the-switch-to-sustainable-packaging.html Mon, 07 Nov 2011 16:30:17 +0000 High-end products begin a subtle move towards eco-friendly packaging.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/10/vintage-packaging-design-for-coca-colas-125th-anniversary-headlines.html Mon, 24 Oct 2011 15:25:49 +0000 Serbian artist Peter Gregson designed new coca-cola cans based on vintage posters and ads.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/10/triple-pundit-rei-takes-the-lead-in-rethinking-packing-materials.html Mon, 24 Oct 2011 11:10:25 +0000 The outdoor equipment retailer innovates and saves with sustainable packaging.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/10/jamie-olivers-range-of-products-for-the-home-pics.html Wed, 19 Oct 2011 11:48:06 +0000 Pearlfisher designed the eclectic and practical packaging for the 'Jme' collection.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/10/new-labels-on-packaging-include-instructions-for-reuse.html Thu, 06 Oct 2011 16:29:07 +0000 A project out of Costa Rica aims to make it easier and more convenient for consumers to repurpose their used containers.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/10/daft-punk-x-coca-cola.html Mon, 03 Oct 2011 11:57:36 +0000 French band Daft Punk have followed up on their packaging collaboration from earlier this year with a 'back-to-basics' version. ]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/09/oreo-crumb-case-no-crumb-left-behind.html Tue, 27 Sep 2011 11:00:58 +0000 Four Miami Ad School students have come up with an innovative way to make the most out of your of Oreos.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/09/psfk-asks-the-purple-list-what-norms-systems-products-need-to-be-reassessed.html Fri, 23 Sep 2011 16:27:27 +0000 PSFK asks our PurpleList experts, what needs to be reexamined and changed in the modern world?]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/08/5th-distilled-reinvents-the-gin-market.html Mon, 08 Aug 2011 20:05:46 +0000 In an effort to change gin's reputation as a spirit and enlarge its imbibing audience, 5th Distilled Gin underwent a product reformulation and packaging redesign.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/07/need-to-know-10-must-read-posts-of-the-week-2.html Sat, 30 Jul 2011 15:31:17 +0000 A Bing Initiative: A weekly round-up of the top ten most popular posts on PSFK--from culture to technology, art to business this list has it all.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/07/soluble-tea-pills-create-an-instant-cup.html Tue, 26 Jul 2011 16:22:23 +0000 A quick new way to consume the classic, comforting beverage in the morning or on the go.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/07/perfume-packaging-embodies-sustainable-brand-ethos.html Wed, 06 Jul 2011 15:05:30 +0000 Innovative perfume packaging for a New Zealand-based brand wins at HBA’s International Package Design Awards. ]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/06/sun-chips-its-not-easy-being-green.html Tue, 14 Jun 2011 15:13:55 +0000 How can big brands ensure that environmentally friendly packaging redesigns will be appreciated by their consumers?]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/06/simplified-labels-for-recyclable-packaging.html Fri, 10 Jun 2011 12:00:10 +0000 The Sustainable Packaging Coalition are redesigning recycling labels to send a clearer message.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/05/pg-brands-aim-for-nostalgia-with-retro-packaging.html Thu, 26 May 2011 11:55:55 +0000 Target stores are selling limited edition versions of Tide, Downy and Bounce in retro packaging to provide consumers with a sense of nostalgia.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/05/nestle-uses-packaging-as-a-storytelling-device.html Mon, 23 May 2011 16:02:06 +0000 JWT Brasil's package design concept for Nestle Alpino invites you to play Peg Solitaire with chocolate (if you don't eat your game pieces first).]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/04/grant-mccracken-the-problem-with-brands-assuming-familiarity.html Tue, 26 Apr 2011 15:40:04 +0000 When pizza boxes act as Trojan horses, carrying a payload of asymmetrical brand communications.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/04/the-levi-strauss-barbecue-project.html Tue, 26 Apr 2011 12:06:34 +0000 Sarah Rouse-Higgins' student packaging work looks and feels like a beautiful idea in need of a business opportunity. ]]>