Why Content Rules Over Social Kingdom
By MODintelechy / Blog
In 1996, when many of us were busy alphabetizing our VHS collections and tending our flock of Beanie Babies, Bill Gates was making an amazingly accurate prediction concerning the future of the internet. He affirmed, “Content is where I expect much of the money to be made on the internet…the broad opportunities for most companies…
Help MOD Welcome Orlando!
By MODintelechy / Agency Culture
Our family is growing here at The Mod Studio! Allow us to formally introduce to you our newest team member, Orlando Villarreal. Orlando loves all things technology, which shows in his natural flair for web development. Get to know a little more about our favorite quirky web guy, Orlando. 1. What made you decide to…
The All New 'Merica
By MODintelechy / Design, Marketing
Last week, American Airlines announced a change four decades in the making– a new logo along with a completely transformed fleet. Tom Horton, AA Chairman & CEO spoke about the changes in an email, “Our changes on the outside reflect how we’re evolving on the inside. Our new logo and the refreshed exterior of our…
The Digital Mailbox
By MODintelechy / Technology
What do you guys think of the idea behind Austin-based Outbox? Would you sign up? The Outbox App from Outbox on Vimeo.
Live Inspired
By MODintelechy / Technology
Looking for something to get you through the mid-week slump? Take some advice from the Holstee Manifesto and start chasing what you love.
Holding it all together
By MODintelechy / Agency Culture
Backpacks are somewhat of an obsession for me. I can never seem to find that perfectly cool combo that holds all my gear yet looks streamlined and a little rugged. I’m not going to say this limited edition from Mission Workshop is perfect, but it’s definitely close. I love the utilitarian feel of the clasps…
The Holiday (Business) Party Done Right
By MODintelechy / Agency Culture, Marketing
The typical holiday get-together is oft reserved for out of town guests, crazy 3rd cousins and awful ’80s sweaters (preferably worn ironically). But when you move beyond the eggnog and santa suits, a well-thought holiday soiree is actually an easy opportunity to connect with clients. Make your party stand out in this busy season with…
Anniversary Teapot
By MODintelechy / Design
For their 50th anniversary, Crate & Barrel announces a collection of exclusive teapots to be released each month of 2013. Each month’s teapot has been designed by one of their 12 “must-know” artists. Although the teapots are a little pricey ($200 each), we love their style!
Your Pop Culture Digest
By MODintelechy / Agency Culture
Ready for a quick look at what you need to know from the interwebs this last week? 1. A Florida teenager was incorrectly listed at his new job as a clerk as a physician’s assistant. How did he respond? By playing along, of course. He says “I should have addressed the issue when it was…
Owls on the Wall
By MODintelechy / Agency Culture, Design
If all my previous posts didn’t give you a hint, I kind of love owls. It’s not really something I can explain, they’re just weirdly adorable. So of course when I came across a make your own owl calendar I was stoked! Although you could probably grab photos from around the web and create your…
Triple the Fun [all weekend long]
By MODintelechy / Agency Culture
It’s FUN FUN FUN FEST time again! Do 512 has compiled a great playlist of the artists that will be jamming this weekend, so check it out!
When In Doubt
By MODintelechy / Agency Culture
Need to offer up a little flattery and find yourself short on words? How about one of these “emergency compliments“? Whether you choose to view them in their intended sarcastic context, or you really DO think it’d be an accomplishment to have hair that smells like fresh cut grass, these will definitely give you a…
Churchill is my favorite
By MODintelechy / Agency Culture, Marketing
Yes, Winston Churchill was a pretty rockin dude, but i’m talking about Churchill the band. Their Change EP has been on repeat for more than a week now, and I still can’t get enough! Also, the video for the title track “Change” is pretty fantastic, check it out! (especially the jam sesh around 2:30 and…
The Entertainment Roundup
By MODintelechy / Agency Culture
If you’re tired of searching the interwebs yourself, or never know what everyone is talking about, then here you have it, 5 Things you must see/watch/read from the last week. 1. Urban Outfitters recently profiled Lisa Frank. If you had a childhood, you should remember the crazy neon colors, cartoon illustrations, glitter, stickers, basically every…
Get Carved.
By MODintelechy / Uncategorized
Came across this map inlay for iPhone this week and went on to spend about 30 minutes just perusing the Carved site, quickly becoming obsessed. They make sophisticated, beautiful inlays and covers for both iPhone and iPad, and now I really want one! They create all their covers by hand, carving and perfecting them in…
On the Scene: Ballet Austin’s Fete*ish 2012
By MODintelechy / Agency Culture
Ballet Austin’s annual fête*ish was a blast! And we had perhaps a little too much fun taking photos on the throne in the VIP room… The MOD ladies, Bianca, Maria and Emily We also saw a few familiar faces… Daphne Bamburg, Emily Purvis and Maria Orozova Scott Thomas and Maria Orozova posing with the fabulous…
Introducing: Creative Sessions
By MODintelechy / Agency Culture
Not sure what the “next step” is to boost your brand? Bring your team in for a creative session! Join us for a 2 hour creative brainstorming session to analyze your current efforts and develop a roadmap that works for your business. Sessions are led by: Maria Orozova, Creative Director & Emily Purvis, Digital Communications…
The Live Music Capital presents ACL
By MODintelechy / Uncategorized
In case you haven’t checked your calendar recently, ACL is next weekend! To make sure you’re ready to rock, we’ve prepared a playlist of the artists we’re most looking forward to seeing (including Gary Clark, Jr, Metric, Wild Child, Bassnectar, Thievery Corporation, The Staves, and so many more!). Enjoy 🙂
Dun nu nu nu nu…
By MODintelechy / Uncategorized
BATMAN! If only I owned a shirt that required cufflinks (perhaps a shopping trip is in order?)…
Applause Welcome
By MODintelechy / Agency Culture, Design
Entries are closed, ballots are in, and guess who’s a winner? We are so excited to announce that we’ve received 4 American Graphic Design Awards (from Graphic Design USA Magazine) for our work in 2011! We couldn’t be more proud of our fabulous team! Check out the winners below. 1. Blossoming Betty Logo 2. Children’s…