Carl-Johan Lindqvist is co-founder of the Gothenburg-based design studio Lundgren+Lindqvist.
Lundgren+Lindqvist’s practice covers visual identity design, art direction, graphics, print, packaging, signage, and web development. In all of these domains, their work sets the bar in terms of taste and sophistication.
L+L describe themselves as a studio with "purpose and precision," while Carl-Johan specializes as a developer who “utilizes code as a tool as natural to the design process as pen and paper.” Our conversation unpacks exactly what these ideas mean. We discuss their inspirations, process, philosophy, and tactics; their advice for younger generations; and the tensions between business, technology and craftsmanship that define creative professions today.
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# Related Books, Links, and Resources
- Grid Systems in Graphic Design by Josef Müller-Brockmann: https://geni.us/grid-systems
- Detail in Typography by Jost Hochuli: https://geni.us/detail-in-typography
- Getting Real by Basecamp: https://geni.us/getting-real-dd
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# Connect with Lundgren + Lindqvist
- Website: https://www.lundgrenlindqvist.se/
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# Episode Bookmarks
00:00 Intro
02:02 The Space
03:14 Inspirations
06:21 Books
11:40 Value Creation
18:13 Style, Constraints, Responsive Design
22:32 Blessings and Curses of Mobile Technology
30:43 Brand Identity Checklist
35:24 Advice for Young Designers
41:08 Favorite Failures
47:40 Parting Advice