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From Sky Sports’ bold new identity to Feddie Distillery’s quietly powerful whiskey design, we explore how thoughtful branding can shift perception. Whether through confident typography or symbolic storytelling, we look into how these creative projects prove to us that design can unite audiences and reshape tradition...

Design That Inspired Us: From the Sports Screen to the Whiskey Shelf

Two design projects that made us stop and think about truly connecting with our audience...

When refreshing the Explosive Brands website, we looked to Formula 1 for inspiration. From Lando Norris’ sleek, dynamic site to our own use of subtle transitions and purposeful flow, we explore how motion design can guide users, elevate storytelling and make digital experiences feel truly alive...

Design in Motion: Lessons from Formula 1 and Our Website Refresh

Using motion design to bring energy, clarity and storytelling to our website refresh.

Innovation is often defined by what’s new, faster tech, smarter tools, better systems. But true innovation should also be defined by who it serves. Because progress that leaves people behind isn’t really progress at all.

Innovation for Everyone: A Reflection From The Studio

A reflection on inclusivity and empathy in design innovation. Who is left behind and how can we avoid it?

We often talk about innovation. But not all innovation is about pushing technology forward, sometimes it’s about stepping back. In a world obsessed with faster, smarter and more connected devices, we’re seeing a quiet counter-movement take shape, one that celebrates simplicity, focus and intentional design.

Back to Basics: An Observation From the Studio

We take a look at the movement of innovating by going back to our basics in design and technology...

We attended 'Managing the Pressure' - an event focused on reducing cardiovascular risk through prevention, digital innovation and community care. We left inspired by real-world insights, bold ambition and how partners like Lifelight are already shifting what’s possible in hypertension care.

'Managing the Pressure' Event: Tackling Cardiovascular Risk Together

Front-row at the Managing the Pressure event on managing cardiovascular risk - here’s what inspired us...

Ffern has crafted a visual and cultural universe around scent. From their seasonal drops and analog-inspired visuals Ffern has rewritten the playbook on how small, independent, brands can thrive in an oversaturated market.

Ffern: How a Seasonal Perfume Brand is Redefining Storytelling in Design

Small, independent, perfume brand Ffern has crafted a unique, cultural and visual universe around scent.

Health is at the heart of what we do and sport is a huge part of that conversation. We’ve been exploring how design and branding shape the way we experience and connect with sport and how the power of creativity can transform games into something much bigger than competition.

Beyond the Scoreboard: Branding, Belonging and Bold Ideas in Sport

Design and branding shape the way we experience and connect with sport beyond the game and off-the pitch.

We had the pleasure of hosting a design workshop for a group of curious 13–14-year-old students from Bucksmore, in conjunction with Meducators. Led by our founder Johnny Isaacs, the workshop provided the young participants with a foundational understanding of user experience design and its various disciplines.

Paying It Forward: Helping Shape The Designers of Tomorrow

We hosted a design workshop with Meducators for a group of 13-14-year-old students. See how it went...

Travellers at Bradley International Airport can now access quick, private care thanks to Hartford HealthCare’s new OnMed CareStation. The walk-in kiosk connects users with medical professionals in minutes, perfect for last-minute health concerns before a flight.

Health Care on the Move: Bradley International Airport Launches Walk In Clinic of the Future

Bradley International Airport is changing what is possible for medical care on the move with OnMed...

What if cancer treatment took just five minutes? A new NHS injection is transforming care by replacing hour-long chemotherapy sessions with a quick, under-the-skin jab - saving time, easing stress, and freeing up vital NHS resources. Here's how it works.

A New Era in Cancer Care: NHS Introduces Five Minute ‘Super Jab’

What if cancer treatment took just five minutes? This new NHS injection is transforming cancer care...

The event was filled with inspiring conversations and valuable insights from some of the brightest minds in healthcare. A special thank you to Tom Keith-Welsh, Jutta, Dominic James, Mike Trenell, Tristan, Toby, Hannes, and many others with whom I had the opportunity to connect.

Reflections from LSX World Congress

Last week, I had the pleasure of attending the LSX World Congress at Islington's Business Design Centre.

London Healthcare Innovation Forum

What began as a casual conversation during a co-working session quickly turned into something much b...

Stress is the body’s natural response to the demands of life, presenting both challenges and opportunities for growth. While positive stress, or eustress, motivates us to accomplish daily tasks, negative stress, or distress, can lead to physical and emotional harm.

Stress: Understanding and Managing Its Impact on Our Lives

Understanding the biology of stress is crucial help in managing stressful situations effectively.

I recently attended Digital Health Rewired 2024 at the NEC Birmingham. Filled with the hum of innovation and the promise of digital transformation, it didn’t disappoint. When I reflect back though, it was evident that the intersection of technology and healthcare presents both immense opportunities and formidable challenges.

Insights from Digital Health Rewired 2024

Teaming up with Patrick Kelly-Weller of Adapt, our aim was to capture the essence of Digital Health Re...

What Does a UX / UI Designer Do? A Look Behind The Scenes

User experience (UX) and user interface (UI) design are essential for creating successful websites, ap...

Unveiling a Fresh Identity: The Vital Role of Rebranding

In the dynamic world of design and branding, the process of rebranding stands out as a transformative...

As a design agency specialising in health, healthcare, and medical technology, we believe in leveraging our creative expertise to address critical health issues. Following our recent Trail Blazers podcast episode that explored the nuances of menopause, we turn our attention to another crucial aspect of women's health – Cervical Cancer.

Our Commitment to Cervical Cancer Awareness

At Explosive Brands, our dedication to women's health is a cornerstone of our mission.

Stress is the body’s natural response to the demands of life. But it can be both positive and negative. Positive stress, also known as eustress, provides us with the motivation and drive to accomplish daily tasks, while negative stress, or distress, can cause physical and emotional harm. Symptoms of stress include anxiety, depression...

What is Stress?

A condition arising when you’re exposed to excessive physical, emotional, or psychological challenges...

AI as an Ally, Not an Enemy

Recently it was Artificial Intelligence appreciation day, a date that miraculously appeared in...

Understanding the Importance of Successful UX UI Design

UI and UX are closely related concepts, but they are different. UI refers to the visual elements that...

Enhancing Your Virtual Meetings

The increasing trend of virtual meetings is rapidly transforming the way we conduct business and...

5 Tips to Improve your Video Calls

No matter what it is you do, video calls and online meetings are a big part of modern life. Be it a...

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