The Layout book
London
9781474223553
Required reading range
2nd ed.
Not available
A fascinating exploration of this fundamental aspect of graphic design, The Layout Book explains the hows, whys and why-nots of the placing of elements on a page or screen layout. A historical overview of the subject is followed by a systematic look at key theoretical principles and practical applications.
Offering a huge array of potential layout options and with over 200 color illustrations from some of the world's leading design studios, whether you are working in print or digital media this book encompasses a variety of creative approaches. The second edition has also been updated to include interviews with practising designers, as well as new exercises to aid readers in their own explorations.
Invaluable for design students looking for a better understanding of layout design, and inspiring for working designers, The Layout Book proves itself as a graphic design must-have.
Offering a huge array of potential layout options and with over 200 color illustrations from some of the world's leading design studios, whether you are working in print or digital media this book encompasses a variety of creative approaches. The second edition has also been updated to include interviews with practising designers, as well as new exercises to aid readers in their own explorations.
Invaluable for design students looking for a better understanding of layout design, and inspiring for working designers, The Layout Book proves itself as a graphic design must-have.
1 online resource (208 p.)
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Front matter
1. Historical Context 10–41
2. Basic Principles and Rules 42–77
3. Grids and Formations 78–113
4. Objects on a Page 114–172
5. Interviews 173–192
6. Exercises 193–205
Back matter
1. Historical Context 10–41
2. Basic Principles and Rules 42–77
3. Grids and Formations 78–113
4. Objects on a Page 114–172
5. Interviews 173–192
6. Exercises 193–205
Back matter
| Access no. | Call number | Location | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 00194/21 | 686.2252 Amb L | Online | Available |
