That is a very interesting story. What sort of things has he done since?
Hi Susan,
Well you asked for it, so here goes:
My son started his own graphic design company, then he met an important German creative designer, and together they designed the signage(integrated information signs) for the Berlin Metro, which, I believe, is still in operation. That was way back in 2007/8.
I actually met my son's German partner several times. Incidentally he designed several of his own typeface fonts which are still influential. I like him and quite admired his forthright approach. I remember my son used to joke with him by saying 'we won the war' to which he would reply, 'ah yes, but we came second'.
Sorry, I digress.
You asked what other things has my son and his company done since. Here are a few, mostly to do with designing signage and maps to enable ease of use, associated with Heathrow, Glasgow, london, Dublin, New York, Cleveland, Vancouver. He was heavily involved as the chief creative designer of his company in redefining the brand identity of Skoda(the car maker) ahead of two new models in 1998.
He remains the founder and creative director of his very successful company, which is highly regarded, not only in London, but especially in Germany and the U.S.
I hope you will forgive me, for singing his praises so loudly, Susan, but I am justly proud of him. His work incentive is second to none, and from such small beginnings as was shown by his artistic flair, when he was so very young, we gave him his head and supported him in such a highly competitive area.
Incidentally, I loved meccano, as a kid.
