Pentagram New York partner, Design Observer co-founder, Michael Bierut came to Chicago to speak about his new book (& career) at the Art Institute on Tuesday. He is, of course, a famous design practitioner, writer, and critic, but I was struck by what a great guy he seemed to be. Looking forward to reading his new book:

How to Use Graphic Design to Sell Things, Explain Things, Make Things Look Better, Make People Laugh, Make People Cry, and (Every Once in a While) Change the World