Silicon Roundabout

June 04 2013, 14:58


‘Silicon Roundabout’ is now synonymous with entrepreneurial businesses innovating at the forefront of technology and design.

Just around the corner from our very own studio, it’s the vibrant and frenetic heart of a creative cluster of businesses in London. And it’s this creativity that we’re excited to be part of, working with some of the biggest names in the tech world, based on the roundabout and across London.

In the last few months alone, we've been creating art for

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Fall like dominoes

May 09 2013, 16:56

  

Capturing a moment in time is one of Art’s greatest feats, like some of the best split-second photography. For our latest art installation it was this aim we had in mind for a leading real estate developer.

Investream commissioned us to create an installation representing the importance of connections between people and cause and effect, to act as a centrepiece for their impressive West London offices.

Heinz Innovation Centre Grand Opening

May 02 2013, 10:33


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All the news from The Other Art Fair

May 01 2013, 11:51



We set up shop at The Other Art Fair over at Ambika P3 last weekend, along with our long-term collaborators The Office Group.

We were there to celebrate our seven-year partnership and took the opportunity to showcase a series of artworks commissioned specially for The Office Group’s portfolio of inspiring workspaces across London.

Our latest artwork ‘Tickets Please’ made an appearance before taking permanent residence at The Office Group’s new location within Euston Station.

Comprised of 29,000 train ticket chads, meticulously laid onto canvas,

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Generator Urban Design Hostel Graffiti

April 30 2013, 16:33



Progressive global design hostel chain Generator is undergoing a restyle this year at its London digs, with a fresh look, new cosy rooms and hangout spaces perfect for the intrepid traveller.

James and Jerome, aka Shesh and Zics under their graffiti monikers, went into the London outpost for a graffiti session to give the walls a makeover with more than just a lick of paint...

Check out the results of their session, celebrating all things LDN - the first of several

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Acrylicize at The Other Art Fair this weekend

April 23 2013, 15:08


This week in the studio we’re prepping an artwork that we’re unveiling at this weekend’s The Other Art Fair.

Made from 29,000 ticket chads collected from Euston Station, the piece will soon take pride of place in The Office Group’s latest building in Euston.

We’re co-hosting an exhibition space with long-term collaborators The Office Group, inviting visitors to explore the concept of inspiring workspaces.

Visit our stand at

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Collaboration Nation - Acrylicize x Alex Fowkes

April 09 2013, 12:27


One thing we’re proud of at Acrylicize is our collective spirit and our collaborative approach to projects, working with talents in the industry beyond the team based at Acrylicize HQ.

On a recent project for long-term collaborators The Office Group, we teamed up with graphic designer Alex Fowkes.

We had been admiring his work, especially his renowned Sony Music Timeline, a graphic installation documenting the company's 125-year musical history, at their Derry Street offices.

We loved his work so dropped him a

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OK?

April 07 2013, 16:18


Proudly hanging on the wall of a Georgian townhouse is what looks like a classic 19th Century antique oil painting.

The painting is of a regal looking gentleman; it sits above a traditional fireplace, surrounded by an ornately decorated gold frame - hardly an unfamiliar site in a Grade II listed building in central London.

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Sneak-peek at our latest art programme for Heinz in Holland

April 04 2013, 11:00


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World's first graffiti wordsearch

April 03 2013, 10:54


It is with great excitement that we announce our latest commission. You might have to use our clues in a highly powerful search engine to decipher who it’s for…

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All tied up... Latest Installation for LIDA

March 13 2013, 12:19




Here at Acrylicize we’re getting pretty accustomed to handling random materials…

Playing with multiples of Lego men, Playing Cards, Dice, Ketchup bottles, and Tomato seeds has become almost common practice. Unsurprising therefore, that we barely bat an eyelid at the arrival of 2500 Cotton Reels to our Shoreditch Headquarters and some 1700 metres of Satin Cord.

Our client, Lida, is a digital and direct marketing agency. They focus on “Creating Better Customer Connections between

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Shoreditch 2013. Right here, right now

January 08 2013, 10:05

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Acrylicize 2012 - An Awesome Year

December 21 2012, 09:49




What a special year 2012 has been! There was the obvious undertone of excitement through various events, namely the Jubilee celebrations, and of course the London Olympics.

On a personal note, Acrylicize moved into an exciting new Studio in the heart of Shoreditch, two new members joined the team, Paul and Emily both got engaged to their respective partners and James and his wife Anna had a gorgeous baby boy, Freddy.
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100% Design: The set up

September 19 2012, 22:02


We thought we'd keep you right up to date with proceedings at 100% design. Yesterday saw the big set up. Exhibitions are always great fun to set up. Think of an enormous room with 100's of surly contractors all getting in each others way desperately trying to build their stands whilst at the same time making sure all their tools don't get stolen and their brand new carpets stay clean. Everyone's waiting for the electricians - who told you they'd be on your stand 2 hours ago and all

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100% Design: Stand 015

September 14 2012, 17:43


Were back at 100% design for a third year. Come say hello on stand 015.

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Pokerstars commissions New Installation

September 14 2012, 17:29


Back in spring, the PokerStars' group (the world’s largest poker site) approached us to create a custom installation for the reception area of one of their service and support offices in London.

Something told us they were unlikely to want a copy of the “Old Dogs at Poker” painting. So we set to work developing a piece that told the PokerStars story.

We loved the idea of using materials from their world, remixing them and presenting them back as a piece of Art and decided

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PPL: The Recording Studio

September 14 2012, 17:21


The PPL speaker installation is one of Acrylicize’s favorite projects.

For those unaware, we erected a giant ghetto blaster effect into the Soho studios (a music licensing company). On either side of reception we designed a sculpture made from speakers, fully functioning from the mains so it pulsates to the music as you walk to the reception. The goal, to be stunned silent by the appreciation of art,

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Acrylicize Wins Bronze 2012

September 14 2012, 17:04


It may not have been love at first site. For some, it took a little while before they understood what it was about and why we should feel proud. Some were preoccupied with the looming irritation that their all-important routine to work was at threat of being disturbed.

For those that aren’t remotely sporty it was a mere shrug of the shoulders that something was happening

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Heinz Announcement

September 14 2012, 16:36


It gives us great pleasure to announce our latest commission with Heinz. We have been commissioned to produce a large scale Installation to form the centre piece of their new Innovation centre in Nijmegen, Holland. We're very excited to be involved as its a brand thats close to our hearts. and stomachs. Watch this space...

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Our new Shoreditch Studio...

September 13 2012, 17:32




It’s hard not to be inspired by a giant 20 foot Native American Chief emblazoned over a brick wall on the way to work.  I’m sure he wasn’t there yesterday. It’s not the normal thought processes on a Monday morning; then again, this isn’t a normal street in London.

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The Art of Distribution...

September 06 2012, 17:17



The unique personality of all of our clients is really important to us. We represent people through art, we like to tell a story, to celebrate their character, values and personality. 

Which is why when one of our clients approached us for a new art piece for their reception - we were pretty keen to represent their eclectic world using the most imaginative and creative concepts.

As a leading disc and digital solution provider for entertainment, education and information industries, our client offers

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Business of the Year

March 01 2012, 09:27




We're delighted and very honoured to announce that we have been named the Traine Trade Business of the Year 2012 by . In the tradition of many great acceptance speeches over the years we'd like to thank everyone involved over the last 8 years, it's been one hell of a journey and has only just began...
Thanks to all our clients for believing in us and a massive thanks to all our staff over

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What the +@*!

February 22 2012, 16:48



No one has the best perception of tax... in fact the word is usually preceded by some sort of profanity. A point we have highlighted with our latest neon installation for Qubic Tax. However look again and you'll see what it actually spells...





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Art & Lego

February 22 2012, 16:23



A weekend spent with 1200 lego people. Up went the tunes and we got to work... well we say work but it was nothing but fun. The work depicts the wide demographic of people who all share one thing in common - paying tax. Still,  if paying tax isn't particularly enjoyable at least making Art about it certainly is. 


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The Sacred Geometry of Chance

January 09 2012, 11:34

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Award Nomination

December 22 2011, 15:48



We've been shortlisted for business of the year 2012! Fingers crossed eh...
When Emily was asked her reaction to the nomination she commented "it's great to be nominated, it's amazing for us as we're a small company... it's a real honour!"

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Happy Holidays!

December 19 2011, 14:42


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Home House

October 16 2011, 00:11


First photos of the bar we helped create at Home House. Watch this space for more on this...

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Go on the Welsh!

October 14 2011, 16:03




Ever since we created our 'stud' installation at the Millennium Stadium players lounge, we've had a soft spot for Welsh Rugby.  So everyone has their fingers crossed for Wales tomorrow in the world cup. Good luck lads!




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Acrylicize at Harrods

October 10 2011, 14:38


We have been busy over the weekend bringing a bit of magic to the Harrods window displays. Working for Vertu Phones we used our magic boxes to float their phones in the air. All this is set against the smooth backdrop of an Art Deco travel theme. Here are some behind the scenes photos...



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ACRYLICIZE x TRANSFORMERS

September 29 2011, 12:02





PRESS RELEASE
Issued: 27/09/11
For Immediate Release

ACRYLIC ARTWORK... TRANSFORMED!

London based art studio, ACRYLICIZE launch the first wave of their limited edition art collaborations with world renown entertainment franchise, TRANSFORMERS. The 26 year old franchise has encompassed comic books, animation,

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100% Design: The Round Up

September 27 2011, 17:44

100% design has just finished and we had an awesome show. It's a tiring but fulfilling experience. We loved sharing what we do with people and had such positive feedback. Thanks to everyone who came down and hung out with us on the stand. We will be releasing a playlist soon of the tunes we were pumping on the stereo over the 4 days - watch this space. So for those who missed it (shame on you!) and for those who just cant get enough, heres some pictures from the show. Enjoy...

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It's what we do

September 27 2011, 14:16

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734: Show Pieces / Shesh

June 21 2011, 11:09




Shesh
What We Dream, they Live
2000mm x 2000mm
Metal, UV Inks, Aerosols
£2100

Shesh
Pot Commited
600mm x 600mm
Giclee Print
Edition of 50
£175 Framed / £110 Unframed

Shesh
Smile
600mm x 600mm
Giclee Print
Edition of 50
£175 Framed / £110 Unframed

Shesh
No Monkey Business
600mm x 600mm
Giclee Print
Edition of 50
£175 Framed / £110 Unframed

Shesh
What We Dream, they

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734: Show Pieces

June 21 2011, 01:51



Sean BW
The Twist of Fate
1200mm x 600mm
Cast Acrylic
Limited Edition of 50
£350

To Purchase contact us here


James Burke
The Sacred Geometry of chance
800mm x 800mm
Cast Acrylic, Dice
Limited Edition of 50
£895

To Purchase contact us here



734: In Pictures

June 20 2011, 08:43


Massive thanks for everyone who came down to the party on Thursday night. We had an epic night showcasing new work and mingling with friends, clients and collectors. Music on the night was courtesy of our resident DJ - the brilliant Missy Marks as well as the sublime scratch master Kojak. The fact that we drank the bar dry didn't stop people sticking around for the festivities as we partied into the night. For those who were there... we have nothing but love, for those who weren't... don't miss

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We're having a Party - and you're invited!

June 02 2011, 03:47


On June 16th we will be taking over 81 Rivington Street for an evening of art, music, networking and general good fun. The event has been titled 7 Years, 4 Months and 3 days in the life of... (in a nod to the classic album) and is a celebration of our creative journey so far. The night will feature new work by the AOA (Acrylicize Original Artists) and will Launch an exciting new project. In addition, James our creative director will be exhibiting some of his 'shesh' work -

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Acrylicize in the press: Meze Magazine

June 02 2011, 03:40



Luxury Magazine Meze have written a very nice article about us featuring a look into some recent projects and an interview with Paul and James. Usually we'd say don't believe everything you read in the press but in this instance - do!
The whole article can be found at the below link on page 60

http://edition.pagesuite-professional.co.uk/launch.aspx?referral=other&pnum&refresh=9Nb0j21J30Xf&EID=654b5df9-c071-4507-b0f9-defe49195d76&skip

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Acrylicize X DC Comics / Transformers

May 01 2011, 12:56


Exciting news on our Limited Edition Astore range. The first drop is this series will be Acrylicize X DC / Transformers range of iconic Logos. We launched these a few weeks back at Kapow and the pieces are already in hot demand with many names already on the purchasing list as these are all editions of only 50 pieces. Custom made from the finest acrylics, these signature pieces celebrating some of the most famous superheros of all time will be on sale from our store very soon.

On Office Magazine features Acrylicize...

April 19 2011, 01:06



On Office magazine have covered one of our recent projects completed for The Office Group's Shoreditch building out now in May's edition. We've all been big fans of the magazine since it started so its a real buzz to be featured. The article has been posted online so check it out now


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Kapow! Acrylicize X DC Comics Launch

April 12 2011, 10:19


We were proud to launch our acrylicize vs DC comic and Transformers range at Kapow Comic Con this weekend. This is the first time these pieces have been seen and they are due to go on sale over the next couple of weeks. All pieces are officially licensed and strictly limited edition. Here's a little sneak preview. Watch this space...

Careers at acrylicize...

April 12 2011, 09:03




We are looking for talented, motivated and highly exceptional people to join our Sales team and Design team. If this is you or you know someone who may be interested, get in contact to find out more...

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James performing live with Lea Lea Jones tonight

March 25 2011, 03:25



Creative Director James will be performing live with Lea Lea Jones at East Village tonight with DJ set from Eliza Doolittle.

The band will be on at 11:30 as the headline live act.
We'll see you down there

Rock the Bells
89 Great Eastern Street,
London,
UK

See all details here

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The Sacred Geometry of Chance

March 21 2011, 12:06



Join the revolution... we are rolling over 3000 dice for our latest installation.
3010 dice, each rolled individually creating a sea of seemingly random patterns. This piece represents the entrepreneurial spirit of life and taking risks. The idea that everyone has the chance to 'roll the dice' in life is represented by the process in which this piece is being made. Each set of dice will be rolled by different people spanning man different backgrounds. It is the outcome of these rolls which will dictate the arrangement of

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Matchbox Magazine

March 02 2011, 02:52

Full Page piece on our MDF installation In Shoreditch.

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Inside the Artists Studio: Volume 2

March 02 2011, 02:51



Kings Cross Map // Emily Burke

What is this piece?
The 'TOG Map' is not only a piece of art but also a functional map of the area of Kings Cross.

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FX Magazine

March 01 2011, 02:45

We were featured in the "One to Watch' section of FX Magazine.

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Lord's Install

February 16 2011, 08:41


Here's a sneak peak at some of the install pics from work we have recently designed and installed at the Home of Cricket. More shots to follow.

Trend Hunter Blog

February 15 2011, 02:06

http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pulsing-light-wall

Was great to see ourselves featured on a blog we look at daily!

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James playing at SXSW

February 12 2011, 02:48



Our very own creative director is a mean drummer. We're excited to announce that he will be playing at South by South west in Austin, Texas with LeaLea Jones. If you want to hear them perform their funky, soulful tunes then check em out playing at the BBC Madia Vale studios. We'll keep you updated of any upcoming gigs in the UK

James playing with LeaLea Jones at the BBC

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CMYBacon

February 11 2011, 02:38

http://www.cmybacon.com/2011/02/light-wall/


Featured on one of our favourite blogs, great to see!

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Partnership Activation

February 10 2011, 02:33

http://www.partnershipactivation.com/headlines/2011/2/10/teams-turn-to-acrylicize-for-stadium-artwork-and-design.html


Some great Stadium coverage, showing a range of different projects we've done.

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World Architecture News

February 08 2011, 02:44

http://www.worldarchitecturenews.com/interiors/index.php?fuseaction=project.projectview&ctid=6&prid=15831

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Despoke - 100% Design

February 04 2011, 02:41

http://www.despoke.com/2011/02/04/acrylicize/


Ribbon Tube Map getting some more press...check out the video...

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Art Business Today Magazine

February 03 2011, 02:22

Nice piece on James & Hugo.

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Business Review Europe

January 31 2011, 02:17

Another great piece on our friend Hugo.

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Artdaily.org

January 26 2011, 02:14

http://www.artdaily.com/index.asp?int_sec=11&int_new=44446&int_modo=1

Great piece and image on the light wall.

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Design Exchange Magazine

December 14 2010, 02:01

Great feature on two of our bespoke installations.

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Live In Style Magazine

December 07 2010, 02:12

A double page spread of some of our residential projects.

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Vantage magazine

November 29 2010, 01:57

Rather nice article published in Vantage magazine.

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smallbusiness.co.uk

November 29 2010, 01:55

James gets interviewed for an online article.

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From Models to Millennium

November 18 2010, 04:24


Here at acrylicize HQ we love making models. Not only do we get to transport ourselves back to those really fun art classes at school where you got to makes things out paper mache etc, but model making really helps you to understand how something will look and feel when complete... and essentially whether it will work. For our recent work at the Millennium Stadium we put this process into action making miniature versions of the ideas we proposed. Not only was this

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The Light Wall

November 18 2010, 01:58


This weekend was a busy one for us. The culmination of 9 months work resulted in the creation of this one of a kind light installation produced in partnership with Jump Studios for Engine on Great Portland Street. Turn the sound up for this one...

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Project POTD // 1 picture a day for 1 year

November 11 2010, 14:17



Project POTD started on 11.01.10. Since then, we have taken 1 picture each day and posted it live onto our facebook page as a daily insight into the life of acrylicize. What has emerged is a constantly updating gallery of photos documenting the acrylicize experience, from within our studio, to a behind the scenes look at the projects we are working on. To follow the journey 'like' our facebook page and see what's going on. See you there...

Facebook | acrylicize

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Standard

November 04 2010, 05:59

As they say - don't believe the hype. Check out this article on us in the standard today. We think the picture is a bit too 'up close and personal' but this time we had no creative control...

http://www.thisislondon.co.uk/standard-business/article-23894374-the-art-of-stringing-up-bankers.do

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Shortlisted!

November 04 2010, 04:46

James has just been shortlisted for Entrepreneur of the year in the London Business Award. From university art project to the big wide outside world, here's to the next 7 years... Watch this space.

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Toby Trackman talks about Acrylicize

October 18 2010, 08:49

Charlie Waite in Episode 3


Below is an interview with Toby Trackman, writer and director of hit show How to take Stunning Pictures talking to Maria Tonelli about acrylicize's involvement in the show

How do you know Acrylicize? As a photographer myself I am always on the look out for stunning and exciting new ways to display my work. I saw an exhibition that featured some of Acrylicize's work and was blown away. I sent them some of my work

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100% Design: The Round Up

September 28 2010, 03:06




We are back now from 100% design and what a 4 days it was! The acrylicize 'bar' was open for business on stand L35 and it proved to be a busy few days. Several 100 Jelly Bellys later we're already looking back with fond memories at our first appearance at the show. As you will see from the pictures below, our stand featured a tribute to Jimi Hendrix made of 60 acrylic 'bricks' marking 40 years since

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Come and say hello at 100% Design!

September 19 2010, 10:42

Thats right, for the first time ever we will be at 100% design. Come and say hello, we will be at stand L35. Lovers of 60's rock n roll will especially love our stand. See you there!

PS) If you are interested in becoming a field agent then give us a nod and a wink and we will divulge the details of your secret mission.

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Inside the Artists Studio: Volume 1

September 05 2010, 04:59



Hugo Nowhere // James Burke

What is Hugo Nowhere?
Red Tape Man or Hugo Nowhere as he was later named was commissioned by Esselco LLP for permanent installation at Warnford Court, a stones throw from the bank of England on Threadneedle street. He is a life size London Banker taped to the wall with his own 'red tape'.

What does it mean?
Hugo represents the mood of the nation towards the banking industry at the time.

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Welcome!!

July 20 2010, 10:58


The lights are on... We are live!
Its been a long time in the making but we are finally here. It's with great pride that we introduce the acrylicize Website - Generation 3! It's seems fitting to launch the site as part of our 7 year anniversary celebration, as the site covers most of what we been up to over this period. The last 7 years have flown past, it really is true what they say, time flys when you are having fun.…more

London Calling

July 20 2010, 08:10



It was all fun in the sun on Saturday, as we headed down to Maida Vale for our latest installation for Pembertons...50 metres of ribbon and over 150 holes.


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How to use our Favorites Folder

July 05 2010, 14:46


We've added this neat little feature to our store for anyone out there who would like to select lots of different images to show us what you like. This is designed to make your life as easy as possible. Here's how it works:


STEP 1:
Click the 'Like' button under the image you wish to show us




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Shortlisted

July 05 2010, 11:08


We've been shortlisted from a nationwide search of business's from all industries down to the last 3 for Business of the Year 2010. It's already been a busy year for us and its a real honour to be recognized for some of the work we are doing.


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Our Studio Photoshoot

January 15 2010, 08:06






Hidden away in Harrow is our creative studio where we get most of our

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acrylicize Sticker World Tour

January 13 2010, 06:59


Bondi Beach, Sydney Australia




Hong Kong




Amsterdam




Salt Flats, Uyuni Bolivia




Macau, Hong Kong




The Peak, Central Hong Kong


Something For The Weekend - Art & Fashion Sample Sale

May 20 2009, 07:23





Last summer acrylicize collaborated with artists Shesh, Yoav Segal, Jennifer Martin and fashion labels Urban Species and Yes No Maybe for the 2nd Annual art & fashion sample sale. The event was held @ the Truman Brewery, Brick Lane.

To see more pictures, check out our facebook fan page


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acrylicize on TV

May 06 2009, 07:57




Whilst watching Sky Sports News, we saw this: Becks, Fergie and Capello desperately trying to be photographed in front of some acrylicize artwork...

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Christmas - Something For The Weekend - Art & Fashion Sample Sale

December 15 2008, 07:46


During the Christmas period, we collaborated with fashion brand Yes No Maybe for the first of many art & fashion sample sales



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An Acrylicize Short

April 20 2008, 05:28


SBW 2009

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The Independent

October 22 2006, 03:16


The independent
Published Sunday, 22 October 2006

Unsure of what career he wanted to pursue when he finished university, Dan Glazer was persuaded by an old school friend, James Burke, to set up a business with him before he'd even graduated. "It was over a takeaway," he laughs.Neither had seen themselves as entrepreneurs, although they did know they didn't want to climb the corporate ladder. Their concept, a revolutionary means of applying imagery to high quality acrylic, has since been hailed as "the next generation of

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The Borehamwood & Elstree Times

September 13 2006, 03:56

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The Daily Telegraph

September 09 2006, 03:44

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THFC Website

September 01 2006, 03:54

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The JC

August 15 2006, 04:02

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Art Business Today

January 13 2006, 02:50

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Sunseeker Image

August 22 2005, 04:07

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House & Home Ideas

August 17 2005, 04:10

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Icon

October 16 2004, 04:46

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Spaces

October 10 2004, 04:17

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Gulf Weekly

October 02 2004, 04:48

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Gulf Interiors

September 02 2004, 05:14

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The Telegraph Magazine

February 07 2004, 04:12

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Now Magazine

February 04 2004, 04:38

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Art Business Today

January 13 2004, 02:37

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Spaces

January 04 2004, 04:26

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