Well before character design or animation on Abe's Oddysee began, McKenna and Lanning spent four months planning every phase of the project.

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Whether it is the seasoned and well-practiced veteran who is brought back to the heart of his passion with the touch and feel of the cool brass panels, or the design-conscious novice who's inspired by retro character and design, the MX-1 delivers on their hunger to produce beautiful photos through defining optics, electronics and design.

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The vehicle merges the clean lines of German Volkswagen design DNA with the masculine character of an American SUV.

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How can design guidelines serve to recreate the rich character and textures of the diverse pre-Sandy architecture?

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Whilst the props and the costume were not remarkable (a fact that Sophie Steer's Lizzie Bonnet complained about in character), I was pleased by the set, sound and lighting design which accurately set the mood for the 10 scenes which made up this play.

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