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outstanding. That adjustable windscreen really should have caught on.

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/ NEW STAGED SETS FOR KENTWOOD AND EVOKE FLOORING

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/ NEW AGENCY WORK FOR PANASPHERE™ 

As the Panasphere brand grows and gains tractions in the A&D community, we wanted to show how these amazing panelling products can transform spaces. From a single boutique hotel room to a large conference venue Panasphere has the product range to fit almost anything imaginable. 

Working with Raeff Miles of Raeff Miles Photography and Joanna Kulpa (stylist to the stars) we created eight staged sets to show product settings and thirteen mini-stages. The sets were created here in Vancouver and will be featured in the new catalog, advertisements, website, POS and collateral materials.

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Job Vacancy: Graphic Designer

Coastlines Creative Group – Vancouver, BC

Coastlines Creative Group is looking for an experienced intermediate graphic designer to implement our design projects. If you eat and breathe design and have 3+ years of proven studio experience, we’d love to hear from you.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the creation of print and online graphic design, including visual concepts, design development and the production of final artwork. You must be an effective communicator. You will liaise with and coordinate assignments with the project lead, design and web team members to ensure that the visual concept successfully expresses the intended message, and functions appropriately for varying technical and performance specifications. You must be capable of working with the Creative Director throughout each phase of a project and consistently execute work that pushes the creative envelope and meets the needs of our various clients.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Follow creative briefs to complete assigned tasks

• Present concepts and ideas and be accepting of constructive feedback

• Seeing projects through to completion, from concept and design to production in print and web applications.

• Participating in concept presentations to clients.

• Work closely with the Project Lead to meet and understand all project requirements, budgets and deadlines.

• Work with suppliers and other hired contractors.

• Work closely with the Management Team to help meet company goals and targets.

• Assist in planning and art directing photo shoots.

• Prepare press-ready files for print production.

• UX planning and design. IA, wireframing, and website mockups.

• Troubleshoot and provide technical support to studio and clients.

• Assume some administrative duties and special projects as needed in the studio.

• Available to go on press checks to ensure that expected colour fidelity is achieved.

Job Requirements:

• 3+ years working within a design firm or other creative team environment.

• Educational background in graphic arts and/or design: operating knowledge of Adobe working platforms; (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, etc.).

• Proficient at MS Office software such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

• Background in web design – knowledge of HTML, CSS, Javascript, and Wordpress is an asset

• Solid web design experience including user experience design is critical.

• Strong, conceptual thinker who possesses a wide range of design capabilities including a solid background in print, branding, typography, and production.

• Able to focus, with a keen attention to detail.

• Troubleshoot and provide technical support to studio and clients.

• Comfortable working with and managing outside vendors.

• Experience with press checks and a solid understanding of sheet fed printing process.

• Experience implementing web best practices and user experience.

• Art directing photo shoots, preferably both studio and location photography.

• Demonstrate strong organizational skills in order to juggle multiple projects at the same time.

• Successfully manages time, work flow and schedule in order to meet strict and sometimes aggressive deadlines.

• Possess solid presentation, listening and communication skills (both written and verbal).

• Effective communicator: strong written and verbal skills with an emphasis on proper grammar.

• Open and receptive to design critique, but also able to represent their own work and stand up for good design.

• Resourceful: able to problem solve and find multiple design solutions, especially under narrow parameters or strict budget restraints.

• Able to work quickly and efficiently.

• Able to collaborate with other members of the Graphic Design team and effectively communicate their own ideas.

• Self-driven, proactive and a team player.

• Resourceful and enjoy taking on new challenges.

What we offer:

• A great working environment of full-time employment - Mon-Fri, 8.0 hr work days: 8:30am to 5:00pm

• Studio space in the creative Railtown area of Vancouver, BC.

• Close to transit and amenities.

• Mentoring and support to help you further develop your skill sets.

• Responsibility and creativity.

• Competitive remuneration package based on experience including benefits.

How to Apply:

Please respond to info@coastlinescreative.com and attach your resume and cover letter as a PDF. Please also include a link to your portfolio or samples of your design work.

Attention to: Byron Dowler, Creative Director.

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Coastlines Creative is on the move.

It’s time to say farewell to the wonderfully relaxing atmosphere of our Panorama Ridge office in Surrey and hello the bustling creative lifestyle in Railtown, Vancouver. Our new office is situated in the heart of the beer brewing, coffee making, creative hipster center of Vancouver. And its fair to say we’re going to come in and make our mark on this creative community.

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/ SPARK - A Creative Conversation

Byron Dowler, Creative Director and Principal at Coastlines Creative Group will be a featured speaker at the upcoming SPARK forum at Steamworks Uber Lounge in Vancouver this month. 

SPARK discusses the creative process as it challenges, motivates and pushes communications professionals to be innovative and insightful everyday. It’s a forum to share ideas, solutions, failures and success. The event is hosted by Glenmore Custom Print + Packaging. www.glenmorecustomprint.com

Coastlines is a boutique agency specializing in brand strategy and design for Clients including the high-end home improvement and lifestyles sectors from their Studio in Panorama Ridge, Surrey, BC. www.coastlinescreative.com

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/ 737 AIRCRAFT WING DESK

Taken from a Boeing 737-800 winglet (located at the wing extremity) les Ateliers Flown created a one-of-a-kind desk. Sublime in its appearance, materials and finishing, it creates a posture in a space that is unlike anything done before.

At about four meters long, it creates an endless perspective with a sensual and voluptuous curve. The cantilevered desk plays the subtle balance between flight and earth.

It will be offered at auction during the next aeronautics auction organized by the auction house ARTCURIAL.

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/ A (very) BRIEF HISTORY OF THE BUSINESS CARD

At a mere 7 square inches, the diminutive business card is still the critical communications asset of any individual or corporation and has introduced and forged countless business alliances and transactions.

Invented in China the 15th century as a visiting card – it had the look of a postcard. It took hold in Europe in the 17th century where an individual’s success in society could depend upon the strength of their personal promotion. 

In business, it was known as a trade card. London merchants began to use them before street numbers came into popular use. These cards  contained both the merchant's location and the services available. They were taken seriously, and a signed card was considered contractually and legally binding. 

From its rustic beginnings made from wood-cuts and letterpress techniques, followed by copperplate engraving the business card soared with the advent of lithographic printing in 19th century right up until its present forms.

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/ PANASPHERE SURFACES COMPOSITE PANELLING WEBSITE

A NEW brand logo, identity and fresh responsive website for our clients and friends at Panasphere. Composite wall panelling has come a long way since your aunt and uncle's rumpus room, Panasphere's premium surfaces feature innovative design with a natural perspective. Products were shot and staged in their LA showroom by #Raeff_Miiles.  Check out: www.panaspheresurfaces.com

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/ PHOTOGRAPHY SERIES: STACKED URBAN ARCHITECTURE

Check out Peter Stewart's series of photos that focus on the dense living environments of Hong Kong's public housing.

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/ PHOTOGRAPHY: TIME SLICE

Check out this amazing Time Slice Photography by Michael Marker-Moore.

Chicago: 39 Photos spanning 1 hour 18 minutes

Hollywood: 11 Photos spanning 1 hour and 15 minutes

42 Photos of Sunset (Los Angeles)

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/ FLYING IN STYLE: THE ATHLETE'S PLANE

In collaboration with design firm Teague, Nike has unveiled a customized jet with the ultimate comfort for athletes on the go. Check out the interior design of the plane that helps athletes arrive ready for their game.

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/ SENDING A BONSAI INTO SPACE

Japanese artist Azuma Makoto has captured some stunning images of a white pine bonsai tree and a bouquet of flowers suspended in the stratosphere of space. Makoto said: "I wanted to see the movement and beauty of plants and flowers suspended in space...I am using brightly colored flowers from around the world so that they contrast against the darkness of space.”

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/ BOUNCE BELOW: CRAZY DESIGN FOR A TRAMPOLINE INSTALLATION

Bounce Below is an underground arrangement of three giant trampolines, and an incredible display of lights. The amazing part of this display is that it's deep inside an old mining cave within the Llechwedd Caverns, Wales.

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/ DIGITAL PLANETARY PANORAMAS

Michigan-based photographer Vincent Brady captures stunning 360 panoramic images of the skies in some of the most beautiful landscapes in the United States and Canada. Check out his latest series Planetary Panoramas.

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/ BMW Motorrad Concept Roadster

Check out the unveil of the new BMW Concept Roadster. With a sleek and sexy design, the Roadster also has 125 horsepower, 1200cc boxer twin-cylinder engine, and a tubular space frame.

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/ REFLECTIVE FIELD AT COACHELLA 2014

"The conjunctive relationship between music and art harmonize on the sun-drenched fields of this year's Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival."