Out of Place Studio

07/11/2024

I’m looking forward to an open archive afternoon of design history and inspiration with students from with at

Thousands of objects available for students to browse and a lecture giving an overview of the importance of design history and finding inspiration offline.

07/11/2024

A selection of Japanese artefacts we have in the archive at

22/10/2024

Joint director, Matt Lamont of will be delivering a design history workshop with the West Yorkshire Combined Authority. He will dive deep into the world of visual communication and wayfinding. Using his collected artefacts alongside insightful presentations.

🗺️ Visualising Complex Information with Icons and Symbols
📍 The Evolution of Map Design and Visual Communication
🚇 The Art and Science of Transport Wayfinding
🚦 Designing Transport Systems for Seamless Travel
🔤 Wayfinding as a Visual Language
🚏 The Role of Design in Shaping Transport Identities
🔑 Designing Universal Symbols for Navigation and Safety
📊 How Design Guides and Defines Places

18/10/2024

We're excited to share a selection of our work designed for the upcoming transformation of Kala Sangam becoming the new Bradford Arts Centre! 🌟 This exciting change comes after months of public consultation led by our team, and we can’t wait to share more of this project soon. The new name and brand identity reflects a more inclusive and accessible home for the arts in Bradford, capturing the city’s vibrant, multicultural spirit.

17/10/2024

Our studio archive contains well over 5,000 books, magazines and pieces of ephemera which we use daily for research and inspiration.

15/10/2024

We’ve been collaborating with Bradford District Museums & Galleries for over a year on their brand evolution and website redesign & rebuild! https://outofplace.studio/our-work/bradford-district-museums-galleries/

We began collaborating with Bradford District Museums & Galleries in 2023, initially focusing on a signage and outdoor branding survey. Following comprehensive brand research and strategic consideration, we expanded our project scope to include a full brand overhaul and the development of a new website. This initiative aimed to leverage the upcoming Bradford 2025 UK City of Culture and strengthen the collective’s cohesive image. As well as ensuring the organisation had a brand that was fully accessible, flexible and cohesive across all four sites.

The project required a professional visual identity and sub-venue brands that could be seamlessly adaptable across digital, social media, web, and print formats, including the website. Our commissioned brand identity project also included a website redesign and rebuild. We collaborated with internal staff and external freelancers to ensure asset management, campaign and exhibition identities were inline with their new identity and act as brand guardians for the new identity

The website needed a complete restructure and rebuild to ensure it was fit for purpose and easy to navigate for both external users and staff. We built the new website on WordPress and tailored the backend system to support the various activities of the museums. Additionally, we ensured the website was accessible, fast, and secure, adhering to the highest standards of web accessibility to cater to all users. We also optimised the site for search engines (SEO), enhancing its visibility and reach to a broader audience.

08/10/2024

Get a first look at the new Bradford Arts Centre branding through the hoardings we designed Alongside the visuals, you'll discover a selection of Kala Sangam's photos from past years, paired with powerful poetry from Kamal Kaan, Nabeela Ahmed, Kirsty Taylor, and Kemmi Gill.

07/10/2024

The National Education Nature Park's first annual report is out! We had the pleasure of working with the on the design of the report.
Over 3,000 schools, nurseries, and colleges across England have joined this free program, turning their sites "green" with projects like building green walls, digging ponds, and planting pollinator-friendly gardens. Led by the , , and partners like , this initiative helps boost student wellbeing, teaches green skills, and supports nature recovery. Funded by the Department for Education, it's a key part of their Sustainability and Climate Change Strategy
https.//www.educationnaturepark.org.uk/annual-report

16/09/2024

30/01/2024

We’re looking for a full time developer to join us at Out of Place if anyone is interested or knows someone who might be. Job details in the link…

Out of Place are looking for a Senior Wordpress Developer to join our growing agency. The ideal candidate will be a creative problem solver with an extensive background developing Wordpress websites from static designs, including custom theme and plugin development.

30/01/2024

One of two awesome jobs going at Out of Place right now. Get in touch if you’re interested or know someone who might be.

We are seeking a passionate and detail-oriented individual to work with the team at Out Of Place Studio as Digital Engagement Officer. In this role, you will be responsible for curating, managing, and updating website listings of cultural events and activities on a brand new what’s on listings web...

24/01/2024

Need a sign to explore a new job opportunity? ...👋

In partnership with Bradford 2025, Out of Place Studio, The Leap Bradford, we're looking for a Digital Engagement Officer. The successful candidate will support the running of Bradford's new 'What's On' guide - a community curated website that will list arts, culture and heritage events that happen across the district.

Head to Bradford 2025's website for more info 👉 https://bradford2025.co.uk/category/opportunities/

📷 Andrew Benge. Bradford Music Month, Sunflower Thieves.

27/10/2023

Really chuffed that our project for Natural History Museum was featured on Week

For a Natural History Museum-led climate education scheme, the studio shaped an identity inspired by the joy of exploring nature featuring paper-cut style illustrations.

18/10/2023

In a connected world, accessible branding creates a sense of belonging. Explore how inclusive branding empowers third-sector organisations in our latest article. https://outofplace.studio/how-to-create-an-accessible-brand-for-third-sector-organisations/

16/10/2023

How to Create an Accessible Brand for Charities and Third-Sector Organisations. Explore how inclusive branding empowers third-sector organisations in our latest article. https://outofplace.studio/how-to-create-an-accessible-brand-for-third-sector-organisations/

In this article, we delve into the art of creating accessible brands that not only captivate but also empower third sector clients. We explore how tackling inclusive branding through colour, text, tone of voice, and imagery can be a game-changer in the pursuit of social impact and meaningful change.

12/10/2023

We're proud to share our work for the Natural History Museum, London, leading the way in nature education and climate action. The National Education Nature Park and Climate Action Awards program is all about connecting children and young people with the wonders of nature. 🌱 From nurturing pollinator-friendly habitats to imparting life-long skills, it's about fostering resilience in our ecosystem. 🐝 A brand system was developed that made use of a textured paper cut style with varying degrees of detail corresponding to different age groups. All of these elements were created in a way that the system could be expanded when needed, with illustrations being easily produced in common creative software.

A thorough series of guidelines was created to govern the use of colours and text to ensure consistency across designs whether created by internal teams, external agencies, or teachers and school staff. As part of this process, key assets such as logo lockups were produced, with a range of end-uses guiding the formats produced.

Find out more: https://outofplace.studio/our-work/national-education-nature-park-and-climate-action-awards/

07/09/2023

The Well is an online meeting place for the growing global vocal improvisation community. It supports and inspires collaboration and vocal practice between its members and explores their musical relationship with the natural world.

The Well’s founders approached Out of Place with the request of creating a unique and impactful brand and website that reflected the diversity and vibrancy of their members and community.

The resulting brand identity featured a modern logo, a set of supporting visuals, and a striking colour palette. The community’s values of diversity, collaboration, the natural world, and being a source of inspiration and support for one another’s vocal practices were all reflected in the brand’s illustrated shapes and logo.

The websites primary function is to engage the vocal improvisation community and encourage collaboration. A custom Wordpress system was designed and built which centred around a multi-lingual, easy-to-use members portal in which members could add and manage events, profiles and subscriptions, whilst finding other members of the community and events around the world through event listings and populated maps.

08/08/2023

Quarantine are an ensemble of artists and performers creating theatre, performance and other public events. Their work delves into the world around us, from shared meals to captivating stage performances. Out of Place designed a new website aligned with Quarantine's brand, fostering curiosity and interaction. This platform features projects, insights, creative process notes, and resources. It seamlessly connects projects and processes while maintaining visual appeal and viewer engagement. The user-friendly design caters to diverse audiences, showcasing Quarantine's brand and offering ample information without overwhelming the user. https://outofplace.studio/our-work/quarantine/