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More about Three×3
Established in 2007, the programme was initiated by David Smith (IADT/Atelier) and colleagues, Brian Nolan and Paul McBride (Detail) and Ciarán O’Gaora (ZeroG). Internships and Stâges…
Contract and Cash
As part of the Three×3 programme, all graduates are contracted to each design studio for three months. We have prepared a specific employment contract with this in mind. Although not…
Bridging the gap
In these strange times, internships may be one of the best ways to launch a design career, so embrace them — don’t avoid them. The Threex3 internship is a great opportunity to…
Illustrator Fatti Burke talks to Thinkhouse
2012 Threex3 graduate Fatti Burke has been making a big a name for herself with bestselling books like Irelandopedia and Historopedia. She recently talked to Thinkhouse about her work.
From Threex3 to Pentagram New York
100Archive talks to former Threex3 intern Ken Deegan now an associate partner at Pentegram New York. Ken works alongside 2 other Irish designers at Pentegram Rory Simms and Jack Collins.
Education — Typography
Typography is a critical skill in any designers toolbox. We have compiled some resources below to help you negotiate the often daunting world of type. The video above is by New Zealand type foundry Klim.
Offset Talk to Threex3
Offset talk to Paul McBride & Brian Nolan of Detail and former intern Evan McGuinness, now at Bielke&Yang, about the Threex3 programme.
100Archive Talks to Ross Phelan
The 100Archive recently spoke to former Threex3 intern Ross Phelan as part of their In With The New series. Ross is now a designer at Detail. Design Studio.
The Irish Design Archive
The 100Archive is a great resource to explore Irish Graphic design. Use the archive to browse work by the Threex3 studios: Atelier, Detail and Zero-G. Or use the archive to…
Inspiration – Astrid Stravo
Astrid Stavro is a graphic designer with an international reputation for concept-driven design, distilling complex ideas into uniquely simple and emotionally engaging solutions applied with exquisite typography and craft. Trieste-born…
designtalent.ie
Designtalent.ie is a new resource for jobs and internships in the Irish Design industry. Designtalent.ie promotes paid internships and listings are free for employers.
Enzo Mari: The Essence of Form
In this insightful interview, legendary designer Enzo Mari discusses his process and the meaning of form in his work. Mari was an artist and designer born in Cerano, Piedmont, 1932.…
Cian McKenna on Irish Design
Former Threex3 intern Cian McKenna talks to the 100Archive about the personality of Irish design and his experiences working as a designer, motion designer and director in Dublin.
Advice for Emerging Designers
Building a career is not something that happens overnight. It requires patience and tenacity, and it involves more than raw talent. The AIGA have some great insights on how emerging…
The Shape of Design
Frank Chimero’s multi-format book The Shape of Design is a progressive step in the adaptation of the printed reading experience to multi-format devices with the goal being that no reading experience…
Understanding IP
Business Victoria is a comprehensive online resource designed to help you start, run and grow your business. These useful documents demonstrate ways of valuing and protecting your work.
Phil Lynott’s influence on me: Sarah Fox
Former Threex3 intern and JJ72 bass player Sarah Fox recently spoke to the Irish Times about Phil Lynott and her sometimes ill-advised Thin Lizzy-inspired life decisions.
AIGA Career Resources
The AIGA (American professional association for design) have a great website which is full of useful information and resources.
Education — Reference
Design Education Manifesto More wise words from AIGA — School is hard. Design school is especially hard because so much of it exists within the abstract, the opinion. There are few,…
Books & Publishing
Sunday Books Sunday Books is an online bookshop based out of Dublin, Ireland, stocking thoughtfully chosen titles relating to architecture, art, design, fashion, photography and theory. Display Display is a…