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Designer: Yiwen Zhang Project Type: Book Design Tag: Print

Rhythmic

Rhythmic is a book that studies the positive influence of punk culture on mental health. The design is based on the punk values of do it yourself, rebellion and self-expression, and it forms a coherent musical narrative through a clear visual language. Red, black and white are used as the main colours. Fonts and graphics are placed in a stable grid to suggest short formats and fast tempos. The book measures 210 by 140 millimetres and has 92 pages. Rhythmic is offered as an ebook and as a hardcover edition with butterfly-fold binding. A bright silver card highlights the central pages.

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Designer: Izabela Jurczyk Project Type: Catalog Tag: Print

Ukd

Ukd is a printed catalog used to classify texts by the fields and disciplines of science, culture and human activity. The publication divides these fields with large colored dividers printed on mass dyed paper, so each field can be located quickly. Domain symbols are clearly labeled, with symbols placed on the left and descriptions on the right, which shows how symbols for lower level categories are formed. The book has a hardcover embossed with silver foil for durability. Inserts are made of decorative papers and printed in CMYK and Pantone colors.

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Designer: Zona Yuechen Guan Project Type: Book Tag: Print

Discussing Time

Discussing Time is a book that records a group discussion about the concept of time and presents typographic sculptures inspired by that discussion. The book measures 7 by 12 inches. One sculpture is made of ice, formed by pouring water into molds and freezing it. As the ice melts into water, the passage of time becomes visible to the audience. The layout refers to illuminated manuscripts and parchment books of the early sixteenth century, combined with modern photography. The result links historic book design with present technology.

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Designer: Julia Hell Project Type: Magazine Tag: Print

Kon Paper

Kon Paper is a magazine for literature and culture. The magazine presents three sections: essay, feuilleton and word art. The layout explores the boundaries between text forms and places them in new contexts, with a separate grid for each section. Illustrations by changing artists accompany the texts. The format measures 220 by 275 millimetres and holds 52 pages, bound with two staples through the spine. Recycled paper and environmentally friendly inks are used for printing. The redesign of 2020 aimed at a durable magazine that readers keep on their shelves.

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Designer: Shu-Wei Chang Project Type: Book Tag: Print

After a Bird Fell Down

After a Bird Fell Down is a picture book that combines the structure of a hole book and a pop-up book. The book measures 105 by 150 millimetres and is about 27 millimetres thick, close to the size of a small bird. As the pages are turned, the hole grows larger and the sprout rises higher, while the book itself becomes thinner. The cover is white, has a sand-like texture and holds a transparent sticker printed with a green feather inside a debossed recess. The design shows that passing time brings both loss and new growth.

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Designer: Natasha Mozz Project Type: Football Guidebook Tag: Print

Coach the Coaches

Coach the Coaches is a guidebook for a football training program made for players aged 10 to 14. The guidebook was prepared for football trainers so the program can be applied in everyday work. Text-heavy source materials were turned into clear instructions built mainly from infographics. A bold color palette helps navigation between sections, and the length of the plate on the side of each page indicates the subcategory. The football field grid and technical instructions form the base of the visual style.

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Designer: Lisa Winstanley Project Type: Book Tag: Print

The Big Book of Bullshit

The Big Book of Bullshit publication is a graphic exploration of truth, trust and lies and is divided into 3 visually juxtaposed chapters. The Truth: An illustrated essay on the psychology of deception. The Trust: a visual investigation on the notion trust and The Lies: An illustrated gallery of bullshit, all derived from anonymous confessions of deception. The book's visual layout takes inspiration from Jan Tschichold's 'Van de Graaf canon', used in book design to divide a page in pleasing proportions.

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Designer: Ruis Vargas Project Type: Annual Report Tag: Print

Dorina Nowill

Dorina Nowill is an annual report designed for a foundation that serves people who are blind or have low vision. Braille points are used throughout the publication, forming phrases and textures alongside the printed text. The cover carries dry relief dots, so the report can also be read by touch. The pages are printed in four colours on offset paper, chosen for its porous and tactile surface. The report records the results of the fiscal year and sets guidelines for the following year. The design aims to make the publication inclusive for every reader.

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Designer: Sunghoon Kim Project Type: Book Design Tag: Print

Josef Koudelka Gypsies

Josef Kudelka, a world-renowned photographer, has held his photo exhibitions in many countries around the world. After a long wait, a gypsy-themed Kudelka exhibition was finally held in Korea, and his photo book was made. As it was the first exhibition in Korea, there was a request from the author that he wanted to make a book so that he could feel Korea. Hangeul and Hanok are Korean letters and architecture that represent Korea. Text refers to the mind and architecture means the form. Inspired by these two elements, wanted to design a way to express Korea's characteristics.

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Designer: SUNG HO NAM Project Type: Book Tag: Print

Beyond the Blue

Beyond the Blue is a book about environmental issues related to the sea. Each chapter is introduced by a distinct color chip that shows a different face of the ocean. A green chip stands for a healthy sea forest, while a red chip refers to a sea darkened by whale blood. Color is used as a simple and universal way to explain complex environmental topics to readers of all ages. The book measures 187 mm by 245 mm and has 90 pages. Printing uses soybean oil ink on 100 g matte paper, and thread binding reduces the use of glue.

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Designer: Karla Kocijan Project Type: Book Tag: Print

About Furniture

There is a lot of literature on furniture in Croatia, however, much of it is geared toward professional audiences. With the book About furniture, the aim was to create a comprehensive handbook that serves as a valuable resource for both students and experts alike. This handbook will provide fundamental, yet pertinent information on the history, categorization, and prominent designers of furniture, making it a frequently referenced tool for those seeking a fundamental understanding of the subject. All the drawings are made by hand by Diana Sokolic.

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Designer: Shadi Al Hroub Project Type: Illustrated Book Tag: Print

Menamonsters

Menamonsters is a design firm that is dedicated to highlighting and empowering the most talented and professional designers in the Middle East and North Africa. The use of the term "monsters" is a metaphor used in this region to describe exceptional designers, and Menamonsters is proud to adopt this moniker. Menamonsters represents the exceptional talent and creativity that exists in the Middle East and North Africa. The firm is committed to its mission of empowering designers and showcasing their exceptional work to the world.

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