Monthly Archives: October 2012

To Skeuomorph or not to Skeuomorph

We learn by imitation. Language is a form of copying with layers of understanding gracefully coming into place as we become more literate and more mature. Skeuomorphism, the style of design that uses elements fundamental to a previous design which seemingly have no function in the contemporary design is a misnomer. Everything is skeuomorphism. Everything […]

Coupled vs. Decoupled

Sidestepping the constant bickering about Maps, iOS and the iPhone 5, there has been little said about a larger, ever more looming question that Steve Jobs himself alluded to during the now infamous interview a few short years ago in which he joined long-time rival Bill Gates on stage. As this mobile era grows into its maturity, we […]