Leigh

Why I Love Constraint

I explore how working within strict constraints can actually lead to more innovative and successful design solutions.

Yet Another Failed Personal Site Design

A candid look at a personal site redesign that I abandoned before completion.

Car built like a tank saves lives

A personal story about how a sturdily built car proved its value during a significant road accident.

Signed in Curve and Shape

I explore the aesthetic and functional appeal of organic curves and shapes in modern industrial design.

Webtastic

A fun and enthusiastic look at the early days of the 'web 2.0' revolution and its impact on design.

City Break in Leicester

I share my visual impressions and experiences from a short trip to the city of Leicester.

Self Adornment

I explore the history and psychology of human self-adornment, from ancient times to modern fashion.

Christmas 1860

A historical reflection on how Christmas was celebrated in the mid-19th century.

Truffle Reflections

I share my thoughts on the unique flavors and cultural significance of truffles in gastronomy.

Locker Doors

A photographic series exploring the textures and hidden stories of weathered locker doors.

Perfect Cappuccino

I share my quest for the perfect cup of coffee and the art of the well-made cappuccino.

Getting away with it

A reflection on those moments in design and life where a bit of luck helped things go better than expected.