Curated design articles from years of experience

Design a Lot was born in 2015 – but I’ve been designing for many years before its launch. On this page I’ve been sharing curated design related articles with nuggets that have shaped my entire experience and journey as a designer.

Before you go through the trouble of making your own mockup, ask yourself one question: does the mockup you need already exist? If the answer is yes, just buy it. A decent ready-made mockup starts at around $9. If your...

Helvetica Neue is one of the most referenced typefaces in design history. Clean, neutral, endlessly versatile – it works for wordmarks, editorial, UI, signage, and just about everything in between. The problem is the price. A single style starts at...

In this article, we’ve curated an impressive collection of 24+ restaurant mockups perfect for showcasing your logo, signage, and awning designs. These versatile mockups are not only ideal for restaurants but also for bars, coffee shops, and fast food establishments....

In this article we would love to list 10 best realistic 3D logo mockups that we’ve created in the past years. 3D logo mockups are one of the best resources – when it comes to creating design presentations for presenting...

Introduction into Best Logo Design Online Courses In the ever-evolving world of graphic design, the logo stands as the cornerstone of branding, embodying a company’s identity and values in a single, memorable image. Whether you’re a budding designer eager to...