Google Maps pin [SEP] designer
2014, the Museum of Modern Art acquired a physical representation of the Google Maps pin for its permanent collection.
History.
Jens Eilstrup Rasmussen designed the Google Maps pin prior to the launch of Google Maps in 2005. He wanted the pin to accurately mark a point on a map without obscuring the location. The main body of the pin is circular at the top, but tapers into a point at the bottom, forming an inverted teardrop shape. A drop shadow extends from the point at the bottom, giving the
, such as restaurants, bakeries, and design shops. At 30 of these locations, Google erected an 800-pound pin, each personalized with unique designs based on input from the celebrity who chose that location.
Use by Google Hello World campaign.
In 2013, Google commissioned New York-based graphic designer Matt Delbridge for the Hello World ad campaign. Many of the illustrations incorporated the Google Maps pin along with images associated with specific locations around the world.
Use by Google Other uses by Google.
In 2010, Google