Life in Design
Discover what it means to work as a leading designer.
We've interviewed some of the most prominent figures from across the world of design. Hear their unique stories about their education pathway, their career highlights and what their day to day as a designer looks like.
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Margaret Calvert
She is a legend of British graphic design and has been responsible for designing some of the most iconic pictograms that are known around the world, such as the ‘man at work’. In this film she talks about her early career and how she got started before graphic design was even a term, lessons she’s learned along the way, how the industry has changed and her advice for budding designers.
Xavier de Kestelier
He is the Head of Design and Head of Innovation at Hassell studio in London. He is an architect and designer who has worked on numerous projects through his career. In this film he talks about how he got started as a designer, advice he has and what it's like to design on everything from a space station to a light fitting.
Foday Dumbuya
He is the Founder and Creative Director of Labrum London. His designs are inspired by his Sierra Leone heritage and stunning British tailoring. He originally started as an information designer but knew he wanted to tell cultural stories and screens wasn't the place for it. His brand prides itself on living and breathing sustainable values and creating a legacy for the future.