Engine 39 Blog

Minimalism in design is often mischaracterized as a fleeting trend—a style choice rooted in the desire to mimic Silicon Valley chic. Indeed, brands...

In creative and technical projects, such as website development, it’s common for clients and creative teams to approach a project from different...

Design is often a balance between form and function, but in high-stakes competition, form itself can become a closely guarded secret. I was reminded...

The Gate 39 design team always looks forward to Pantone Color Institute’s annual Color of the Year announcement. Last year, I shared my thoughts on...

UPDATE (7/29/25): Six months in, we're assessing how well our predictions from the beginning of the year have held up. This post now includes...

In recent years, the agricultural industry has undergone a remarkable transformation, largely fueled by advancements in technology. From precision...

Every business wants to stand out in their industry. Yet all too often we see these businesses making brand choices that wind up being similar to...

Optimizing your website for search should be a major consideration during any website redesign project. Search Engine Optimization (SEO) is crucial...

Every year, our design team eagerly awaits the big announcement from the Pantone Color Institute on the official Pantone Colors of the Year. Gate 39...