In this book/CD-ROM package for graphic designers of all levels, two-page color spreads illustrate design examples and their underlying grids, and detailed captions discuss how the designers have used each grid to provide structure and add movement, flexibility, and impact to their designs. In addition to ideas for different ways of using space, type, and images, the book also gives ideas for navigational devices and information design. Details of measurements and specs are provided to allow designers to refine the elements shown to create their own layouts. An introduction outlines the place of the grid in the history of graphic design. The accompanying CD-ROM contains all of the grids featured in the book, in both InDesign and QuarkXpress. A series of tutorials introducing readers to the process of grid design is available free for download at a companion web site. Annotation ©2008 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
A grid well used makes all the difference between a flat layout, and one that has real flair and visual appeal. This practical book gives designers of all levels the inspiration and know-how to create great layouts. Exemplary designs are overprinted with their underlying grid, and detailed captions discuss how the designers have utilized the grid to provide structure, and add movement, flexibility, and impact to their design.
Crammed with ideas for different ways of using space, type, and images, Grids also explores innovative ideas for navigational devices and information design. Details of measurements and specs allow designers to apply, adapt, and refine the elements shown to create their own unique and dynamic layouts. This is a truly indispensable reference book for all students and practitioners of graphic design.
