With the University of Washington operating as the hub, the ISTC for pervasive computing combines researchers from six research universities including Georgia Institute of Technology, Cornell University, University of Rochester, UCLA and Stanford University. ISTC is co-led by Dieter Fox, associate professor of Computer Science & Engineering at the University of Washington, and Anthony LaMarca, a senior scientist at Intel.

Blank Space collaborated with ISTC to design and develop a clean cohesive website and identity design. The website showcases students’, researchers’,  and scientists’ collaborative findings in the development of the next generation of pervasive computing systems. Learn more about ISTC.

“Our national parks are living classrooms that provide a space where families can spend time together and our children can learn things that cannot be read in textbooks,” said Sean Smith, Northwest Policy Director for the National Parks Conservation Association.

Seattle area residents who attend the event will hear from park rangers about the national and cultural history of our national parks, meet some of the wildlife that live in our northwest parks, hear from a Native American storyteller, play plant jeopardy, and see a nature puppet show.

The third annual Northwest National Park Family Day will be hosted by the National Parks Conservation Association and the National Park Service. This year’s sponsors are Snoqualmie Tribe,  Puget Sound Energy, Seattle Parks and Recreation, and  Slalom Consulting. For more information, visit: npca.org/northwest.

Their Journey with an Afghan School, began just months after September 11th, 2001 and the Taliban were removed from power in Afghanistan. It is a grassroots project to provide access to education in Afghanistan, support an educated future for Afghan girls, and to build, supply and support schools for Afghan children.

Ayni is not simply interested in building schools. They are driven to build bridges of understanding and mutual respect between Afghans and Americans. Their hope is to engage, educate and empower the poor in the developing world.

Learn more about how Ayni supports education in Afghanistan.

Concept #1—Pie in the Sky

A reference to the global impact of the ideas and forward thinking that flows from ILS.

Concept #2—Where the Rubber Meets the Road

This concept focuses on the academic, experimental, and process oriented environment at ILS.

Where the Rubber Meets the Road was the chosen concept. Since white boards (and windows) cover about 90% of the walls at the lab, everyone loved the sketches used in the background. The ILS website was built on the DUB framework by Michael Toomin, a PhD student from the University of Washington who researches Human-Computer Interaction, especially Intelligent User Interfaces and End-User Programming. Thanks Michael for developing the ILS website!

View the web design project page.

See our logo design process sketches on the blog.

Nathan Myhrvold is a modern day Renaissance man. His bio rightly touts being former chief technology officer at Microsoft, co-founder of Intellectual Ventures, a French chef, and prize winning nature and wildlife photographer. Nathan’s photography is featured in two books—America 24/7 and Washington24/7; and published in scientific journals including Science Nature, Paleobiology, and the Physical Review. His sons, Cameron and Conor; share their father’s passion for nature photography; both have earned recognition in national and international photography competitions.

Exposure was hosted by the NPCA’s Northwest regional office.

The middle school brochure reflects student life at Pacific Crest. Each page highlights the values of the school; knowledge through inquiry, learning by doing, working in nature’s classroom, creative exploration, and building community. The brochure unfolds to a eye-catching poster that showcases student artwork and promotes their Introductory Nights for new families. It truly is ‘The Start of Something Big.’

Pacific Crest School is celebrating 25 years of excellence in Montessori education! This is the logo we created for the occasion. The layering of simple shapes captures the fun and dynamic energy of Pacific Crest. It can stand alone, or work along side with the School’s logo (as pictured above). The festivities kick-off on September 25th, 2010 and continue through May 22nd, 2010. Connect with PCS on their new Facebook Page.

This free event hosted by NPCA and NPS is filled with fun, hands-on activities for the entire family. This event will feature kid-friendly activities including rock climbing, wildlife encounters, a wild puppet show, and Junior Park Ranger programs. Park Rangers from Olympic, North Cascades, and Mount Rainier National Parks will be sharing stories about the wonders of our national parks.

Proudly sponsored by Puget Sound Energy, Slalom Consulting, Discover Your Northwest, The Mountaineers, REI, KCTS 9, and NWCN.

Woodworking created by John Belli