Design Week

JANUARY 29, 2020

The American Institute of Graphic Arts (AIGA) has been judging books by their covers for over 100 years. The annual competition was originally known as Fifty Books of the Year, and jurors focused on the “construction of the book and the printed page”, its current organiser Heather Strelecki tells Design Week.

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Inkbot Design

MARCH 9, 2023

15+ Best Design Thinking Books to Read Design thinking is more than just a buzzword in today's fast-paced world. And what better way to explore this fascinating subject than by diving into some of the best design thinking books out there? 1 – The Design Thinking Playbook Sale Bestseller No.

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Inkbot Design

JULY 28, 2023

5 Best Web Design Books for Website Development Are you an aspiring web designer looking to enhance your skills and create stunning, user-friendly websites? Or you're an experienced developer seeking fresh insights and inspiration to take your web design game to the next level.

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Inkbot Design

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

The Best Graphic Design Books to Buy. I recently updated one of the more popular posts on the blog entitled the best books for Logo Designers and thought a corresponding page of the best Graphic Design books could be helpful. 100 Ideas that Changed Graphic Design. Know Your Onions: Graphic Design.

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Creative Boom

APRIL 3, 2023

And most recently, the agency partnered with Noma on a lushly designed art book, Noma 2.0: Credit: Noma / Gretel Credit: Noma / Gretel Credit: Noma / Gretel Gretel partnered with Noma and Artisan Publishers, leading the art direction and design of the book. The book as an object has a real presence.

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Creative Boom

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Asser Levy Bathhouse, from the series ‘Bathhouse’, New York, 1975 © Deborah Turbeville Author and curator Nathalie Herschdorfer discusses her new book on Deborah Turbeville and why this trailblazing fashion photographer should no longer remain in the shadows.

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Design Week

OCTOBER 2, 2020

The third year of book cover designer David Pearson’s university degree at Central Saint Martins, he admits, should have been spent focusing on his degree show. “Book design is at its most fun when you’ve got something to kick against.” ” Covers for books written by George Orwell. .”

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Eye on Design

AUGUST 23, 2021

Torrey Peters’s Detransition, Baby (designed by Random House’s Rachel Ake Keuch ) has been one of the most consequential pieces of mainstream fiction to publish this year: a modern relationship story that offers a view into urban trans culture. Three books that exemplify the “frappuccino unicorn” trend.

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Tuts Plus

MARCH 27, 2020

You could be the next greatest author of our time with our book design templates. Find your perfect cover with this list of exquisite InDesign book templates which have the best book layouts and cover designs. 28 Best InDesign Book Templates & Book Design Templates. Need some inspiration?

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Inkbot Design

JULY 24, 2023

5 Best UX Books to Elevate Your Design Skills Hey there, fellow UX enthusiasts and aspiring design wizards! Are you ready to level up your user experience game and advance your design skills ? We've meticulously curated a list of the five best UX books guaranteed to propel your design skills to new dimensions.

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Inkbot Design

AUGUST 8, 2023

Top 10 Best Logo Design Books for Designers Logos are the cornerstone of a brand's visual identity , distilling a company's essence into a symbolic mark that evokes recognition and trust at a glance. Designing an effective logo requires far more strategic thinking than many realise.

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Creative Review

MARCH 11, 2021

“I think the first piece of graphic design that I really noticed and impacted me was a book designed by Peter Buchanan-Smith for the band Wilco,” Merto tells CR. “It was the first time I noticed that a book could really be art. ” Top: The Tale of Shikanoko Series by Lian Hearn.

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HONGKIAT

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

In this blog post, we delve into the transformative world of time management , guiding you through a handpicked selection of books designed to elevate your productivity to new heights. Get this book The Art Of Getting Things Done Author: Vincent A. Santiago Estimated reading time: 3.5 of pages: 87 Vincent A.

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Inkbot Design

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

The 15+ Best Comic Book Fonts for a Cartoon Look Are you a comic book enthusiast, a graphic designer, or just someone who appreciates the artistry behind comic book lettering? If so, you've likely marvelled at the power of fonts in shaping the entire comic book experience.

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Abduzeedo

MARCH 13, 2024

The collaboration behind Oddval Text's showcase, featuring talents such as Mirela Belova, Stan Partalev for type design, and Tsvetislava Koleva for creative direction and graphic design, highlights the collective effort to present the typeface in its best light.

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Inkbot Design

JANUARY 9, 2024

The 37 Best Design Books to Level Up Your Skills As a designer, expanding your knowledge is crucial for professional growth. With so many design books out there, it can take time to identify the true gems worth investing your time into reading. Read on for the cream of the crop regarding design literature.

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Abduzeedo

APRIL 18, 2024

Metis Lighting’s Editorial Design Journey in Paris abduzeedo 0418—24 Delve into 'Metis in Paris', an editorial design and graphic design editorial showcase of Metis Lighting's project voyage in Paris, narrated through a meticulously designed photo book. Lighting design meets narrative in 'Metis in Paris'.

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The Book Design Blog

MAY 2, 2018

l (Book of the Book) by famous Hungarian typographer Imre Kner and reimagines it, exploring the format of the book in relation to todays existing and emerging technologies. The book itself has a very industrial feel to it thanks to a thick, patterned slipcase reminiscent of metallic factory flooring.

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Shillington

MARCH 3, 2023

We also encourage our graphic design students and teachers to learn about the different facets of diversity and inclusion and their importance in both design history and contemporary design practices. Written and put together by seven designers: Ellen Lupton, Farah Kafei, Jennifer Tobias (who also illustrated the book!),

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Creative Review

JUNE 21, 2021

Born in 1928, Dutch designer Wim Crouwel became a major figure in contemporary graphic design during the 20th century, with his influence extending well beyond borders of the Netherlands. Over a decade on, the classic title has been reissued by French publisher Éditions B42.

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Eye on Design

JULY 5, 2022

In 2010, graphic designer Adam Michaels was looking for a different kind of book series. He wanted to see more accessible, visual and editorially experimental books, books that were typographically and materially nuanced, research-based, and socially-driven. I Mean Me. I Mean You.

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Azure Magazine

MARCH 27, 2020

Thankfully, this beloved book (which was also reinterpreted as a cabaret) is redolent with vibrant vignettes by numerous writers who thoughtfully illuminate this dynamic era. This little book keeps it alive. Design as an Attitude by Alice Rawsthorn. Elizabeth Pagliacolo. Kendra Jackson. ” — Evan Pavka.

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Eye on Design

AUGUST 1, 2022

It pairs contemporary authors and designers with open-access texts, and makes thoughtfully designed books available for free. Our books will always be online-first and free, but we’re trying to figure out how to make it an ongoing thing that can last and compensate contributors. Courtesy Cita Press. “We

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Eye on Design

AUGUST 29, 2022

Café Royal Books is a one-man print archive of culture, community, and social change based in Southport, UK. Café Royal Books has only ever been me. The vision for Café Royal Books was the idea of disseminating art, without a gallery. Favorite book from your personal library: The Mona Lisa Mystery , by Pat Hutchins.

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Azure Magazine

OCTOBER 16, 2020

“Once you start to see them, you’ll never understand how you didn’t see them before,” writes Roman Mars in the first few pages The 99% Invisible City: A Field Guide to the Hidden World of Everyday Design. Was there certain opportunities that only a book afforded you? Roman Mars. I wanted to break from that.

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Eye on Design

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

With less hope to be placed in computers, designers have been finding it out in the streets, drawing energy from waves of opposition that encompass inflection points ranging from the 2011 “movements of the squares” to last year’s protests around the murder of George Floyd. CAPS LOCK reminds us we can’t design our way out of the present.

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Mindsparkle Mag

MARCH 22, 2022

Kanstantsin Remez’s book presents selected projects of Kanstantsin Remez. He works as an independent architect and an interior designer. Comence Studio transformed this feature into the essential design solution adding the double-layer paper element to the book cover. Book Cover Options.

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Mindsparkle Mag

APRIL 11, 2023

The first major published work from the recently-founded Semi Permanent Brand Studio , 20 YEARS FORWARD & BACK, is presented as a non-linear time capsule exploring two decades of creativity forwards and backwards charting, reflecting and refracting a broad spectrum of excellence across multiple disciplines.

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Creative Review

OCTOBER 20, 2020

Inspired by his uncle’s manuscript, Luxembourg-based Cuvelier traced his steps by making the journey all these years later, and discovered a stark contrast between the pre-revolution Iran his uncle detailed, and the present-day Iran that he himself encountered.

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Creative Review

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

In comparison, we know relatively little about 20th century Belgian graphic design — despite a rich, bold history in pushing boundaries across posters, flyers and other printed ephemera, typography, editorial design, and more. A new book hopes to change all that.

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HONGKIAT

DECEMBER 22, 2023

Dive into our guide and find the perfect present to inspire the writer in your life. Choose from specific course enrollments or flexible course credits as thoughtful presents. Get from The Letteroom Great Writers’ Rooms Book $26.00 Don’t forget to check the links for the latest availability and prices of these must-have items!)”

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Graphic Design Junction

MARCH 16, 2020

Big collection of free PSD mockups to present your work in a professional way. Download realistic free mockups, designed by artistic graphic designers for commercial and personal use. All mock-ups are 100% free and easy to use, just put your photos, design into a smart object and choose shadow style for better presentation.

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Inkbot Design

JUNE 23, 2023

The Rise of eBooks in the Digital Era Let's face it—the world has gone digital, and books are no exception. By becoming well-versed in your topic, you'll be able to present a comprehensive and compelling narrative to your readers. Each paragraph should naturally flow into the next, building upon the ideas presented.

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Shillington

JUNE 9, 2020

Now going into their 6th year, the Typographics Annual Design festival is for all creatives who love type.

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Abduzeedo

MARCH 26, 2021

A typographic inspired ‘variorum’ edition of ‘On the Origin of Species’ that highlights all the linguistic changes Charles Darwin introduced to the book since its first publication in 1859, by presenting them alongside the complete sixth and final edition of the book later published in 1872. abduzeedo 03.26.21

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Creative Boom

JULY 13, 2023

Counter-Print's new book, Optic What is it about optical illusions that captivates graphic designers so much? These optical effects are often found in beloved book designs, packaging, and branding the world over. In Counter-Print's latest book , the publisher delves headfirst into this mesmerising realm of art and design.

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Its Nice That

OCTOBER 7, 2020

Featuring in-depth discussions with industry leaders, this recently published tome celebrates all things bookish for bibliophiles far and wide.

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