{"id":836,"date":"2008-11-04T11:55:52","date_gmt":"2008-11-04T10:55:52","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.c9dd.co.uk\/?p=836"},"modified":"2019-03-29T15:59:55","modified_gmt":"2019-03-29T15:59:55","slug":"50-of-the-best-redesigns","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/c9dd.com\/50-of-the-best-redesigns\/","title":{"rendered":"50 of the best redesigns"},"content":{"rendered":"

A redesign can be worth its weight in gold if you get it right. There is a thin line between freshening up your design, and taking a step backwards with a redesign. Sometimes a redesign can be subtle and simple, and other times it can be a huge re-vamp of a company and it\u2019s goals. Here\u2019s a look at some re-designs in no particular order.<\/p>\n

01. AT&T<\/h2>\n
01- AT&T<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

This is an ideal example of how a subtle upgrade can make a huge difference.<\/p>\n

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02. BP Garage<\/h2>\n
02 - BP Garage<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

A completely different direction and modern feel. A huge improvement!<\/p>\n

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03. Sprint<\/h2>\n
03 - Sprint<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Looking at the old sprint logo it\u2019s obvious a re-design was needed.<\/p>\n

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04. Mindshare<\/h2>\n
04 - Mindshare<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

A great find via Brand New. Great use of colours & typography.<\/p>\n

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05. Mustang 2010<\/h2>\n
05 - Mustang 2010<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The current 2008 Logo, compared to 2010. Subtle improvements, but it gives it so much more aggression<\/p>\n

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0<\/span>6. Adobe CS4<\/h2>\n
06 - Adobe CS4<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Adobe has come a long way in a short time, I like the way things are going.<\/p>\n

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07. Discovery Channel<\/h2>\n
07 - Discovery Channel<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

A great update. Less is more.<\/p>\n

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08. Fanta<\/h2>\n
08 - Fanta<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The old can really does look dated compared to the new look.<\/p>\n

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0<\/span>9. Johnsons Baby<\/h2>\n
09 - Johnsons Baby shampoo<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Not one of the obvious choices, but I like the softer approach.<\/p>\n

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10. Fiat Bravo<\/h2>\n
10 - Fiat Bravo<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Yeah that\u2019s right, a car made it into the list. A great example of a successful redesign. It’s not the last car in the list either.<\/p>\n

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11. Steinlager<\/h2>\n
11 - Steinlager<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Coming from Devon I’m more of a cider drinker, but I like the redesign done here.<\/p>\n

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12. Applebee\u2019s<\/h2>\n
Applebee\u2019s<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Never been to one, but a great example of a redesign where the concept stays similar but the execution is on a completely different level.<\/p>\n

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13. Firefox \/ Firebird<\/h2>\n
13 - Thunderbird \/ Firefox<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

I love Firefox (reasons for you to do the same here), I also love the logo.<\/p>\n

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14. QVC<\/h2>\n
14 - QVC<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

A huge Brand, and a major revamp. And a much needed one.<\/p>\n

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15. Vauxhall<\/h2>\n
15 - Vauxhall<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

A UK car maker with a new, more prominent identity. I like the old one, its clean and not much is wrong with it. But the new logo reflects more on a new company direction and style of their cars.<\/p>\n

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1<\/span>6. MSNBC<\/h2>\n
16 - MSNBC<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

A fresher look, more open and less in your face.<\/p>\n

–<\/p>\n

17. Ford<\/h2>\n
17 - Ford<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

This is one I use a lot when speaking to clients about a logo redesign, as it’s a great update. Goes to show you don’t have to change much, to come a long way.<\/p>\n

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18. Ford Fiesta<\/h2>\n
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18 - Ford Fiesta<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

I’ve never been much of a fan of the Fiesta (I have a Focus), but this on looks great.<\/p>\n

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1<\/span>9. The BBC<\/h2>\n
19 - BBC<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

One of the most recognizable UK brands, good job it looks great then.<\/p>\n

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20. Direct TV<\/h2>\n
20 - Direct TV<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The same concept, shape and fonts. Just better.<\/p>\n

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21. Barack Obama<\/h2>\n
redesign_21<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Topical I know, but what a difference a year makes. The 2007 site compared to the \u201808. Probably one of the best website re-designs around right now.<\/p>\n

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22. Grooveshark<\/h2>\n
22 - Grooveshark<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The old one is great, the new one is better.<\/p>\n

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23. BusinessWeek<\/h2>\n
23 - Business Week<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Simpler, Bolder, Cleaner. A successful redesign in my book.<\/p>\n

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24. Cloud 9<\/h2>\n
24 - Cloud 9 Website<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

We have come along way in 8 years. And so has web design as a whole.<\/p>\n

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25. Toys\u201dR\u201dUs<\/h2>\n
25 - Toys R Us<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

A much more playful typeface and colour scheme.<\/p>\n

–<\/p>\n

26. Seat Leon<\/h2>\n
26 - Seat Leon<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The old model wasn\u2019t hideous, well maybe, but it\u2019s only after you see the new model you start to believe it is.<\/p>\n

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27. N Design Studio<\/h2>\n
27 - N Design Studio<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

How to flip your website into an iconic design, courtesy of Nick La<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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28. The BBC website<\/h2>\n
28 - BBC (website)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

I use this site everyday, in one way or another. Words cannot describe how much I hated the old design. The new site really is something for the BBC to be proud of.<\/p>\n

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29. WordPress.org<\/h2>\n
29 - WordPress (Website)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

I use WordPress a lot. A much more engaging and approachable design from WordPress.<\/p>\n

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30. Microsoft<\/h2>\n
30 - Microsoft<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Making something out of nothing, and doing it well. Microsoft.<\/p>\n

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31. MailChimp<\/h2>\n
31 - Mail Chimp<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

I dare you to find a better looking mascot. A huge improvement, but a much needed one I must say, the new chimp really does have that \u201ccute-factor\u201d.<\/p>\n

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32. CNET<\/h2>\n
32 - CNet<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

A subtle update, and you know I love subtle. Beautiful end result.<\/p>\n

–<\/p>\n

33. Wembley Stadium<\/h2>\n
33 - Wembley<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

When updating something so Iconic, you need to make something just as iconic. I\u2019d say a job well done on this one.<\/p>\n

–<\/p>\n

34. Apple iPod<\/h2>\n
34 - iPod<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Hats off to Apple, they do make a good looking product. Even if it is over priced.<\/p>\n

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35. The Simpsons<\/h2>\n
35 - The Simpsons<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Right? Now you\u2019re including cartoons! I’m a massive fan of The Simpsons, so Yes I am. This has to go down as the redesign I\u2019m most glad of.<\/p>\n

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36. XBOX<\/h2>\n
36 - XBox<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

A new direction with the XBOX design, colours shapes etc are a huge leap in the right direction.<\/p>\n

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37. Design Shard<\/h2>\n
37 - Design Shard<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

With a growing blog it\u2019s important to design for the needs of your visitors<\/p>\n

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38. KFC<\/h2>\n
38 - KFC<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Colonel Sanders is looking better in his old age. A cleaner look. And he looks like he is working out the back!<\/p>\n

–<\/p>\n

39. Walmart<\/h2>\n
39 - Walmart<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

AKA ASDA to you and me here in the UK. A more modern feel to a logo which was showing its age.<\/p>\n

–<\/p>\n

40. Envato<\/h2>\n
40 - Envato<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

A sleeker looking logo really can help kick off your re-branding.<\/p>\n

–<\/p>\n

41. Best Buy<\/h2>\n
41 - Best Buy<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

A logo which is more fitting to the company & its products.<\/p>\n

–<\/p>\n

42. Macmillan<\/h2>\n
42 - Macmillan<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

A great bold move by MacMillan Cancer care charity, but one that works really well and a very recognizable brand now.<\/p>\n

–<\/p>\n

43. Holiday Inn<\/h2>\n
43 - Holiday Inn<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Something about this is just so welcoming. Which is good for a Hotel company right!<\/p>\n

–<\/p>\n

44. British Telecom<\/h2>\n
44 - BT<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

I have no idea what that guy is blowing into, and I don\u2019t want to know. Needless to say the new logo represents a more dynamic company, with more to offer than just horn blowing.<\/p>\n

–<\/p>\n

45. Vicks<\/h2>\n
45 - Vicks<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The old logo very possibly was made in MS Word. You\u2019d struggle to make the new one in Word, so I like it!<\/p>\n

–<\/p>\n

46. Fuel Your Creativity<\/h2>\n
46 - Fuel<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

They have really put a lot of thought into their new logo, and it really has paid off. The new logo has a much more lasting impact.<\/p>\n

–<\/p>\n

47. Amazon<\/h2>\n
47 - Amazon<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

For an online store like Amazon the old logo didn\u2019t really fit. The updated version looks better in both web and print.<\/p>\n

–<\/p>\n

48. NTL: \/ Virgin Media<\/h2>\n
48 - NTL \/ Virgin Media<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

OK not really a redesign, more of a buy-out and brand build. Never-the less it was a refreshing moment.<\/p>\n

–<\/p>\n

49. Macbook Pro<\/h2>\n
49 - Mac Book \/ Mac Book Pro<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Top to bottom glass front, one solid aluminium base and you\u2019ve got yourself a pretty Macbook Pro. Well if they came down price I would :(<\/p>\n

–<\/p>\n

50. HP<\/h2>\n
50 - HP<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

I\u2019ve not actually seen this used anywhere but adverts. But I really like it!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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