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Grid systems in graphic design: A visual communication manual for graphic designers, typographers and three dimensional designers (German and English Edition) Hardcover – October 1, 1996

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A grid system is a rigid framework that is supposed to help graphic designers in the meaningful, logical and consistent organization of information on a page. It is an established tool that is used by print and web designers to create well-structured, balanced designs. Rudimentary versions of grid systems existed since the medieval times, but a group of Swiss graphic designers, mostly inspired in ideas from typographical literature started building a more rigid and coherent system for page layout. The core of these ideas were first presented by Müller-Brockmann who helped to spread the knowledge about the grids thorough the world. This volume provides guidelines and rules for the function and use for grid systems from 8 to 32 grid fields which can be used for the most varied of projects, the three-dimensional grid being treated as well. Exact directions for using all of the grid systems possibe presented are given to the user, showing examples of working correctly on a conceptual level.

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176 pages
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German, English
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Niggli Verlag
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October 1, 1996
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8.39 x 0.79 x 11.81 inches
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9783721201451
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978-3721201451
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This book is suitable for those who work with automated text and image design. It shows examples of working correctly on a conceptual level. Exact directions for using all of the grid systems presented (8 to 32 grid fields) are given to the user. These can be used for the most varied of projects. The three-dimensional grid is treated as well. Put simply: a guidebook from the profession for the profession.

The development of organizational systems in visual communication was the service and the accomplishment of the representatives of simple and functional typography and graphic design. In the 1920s in Europe, works already arose in the areas of typography, graphic design and photography with objectified conception and rigid composition. In 1961 a brief presentation of the grid with text and illustrations appeared for the first time in an earlier book by the author. Articles published mainly in trade journals then followed.

This book now attempts to close a gap by giving examples and exact directions to the professional concerning all grid problems that can occur. The author, a world-renowned professional, thus offers his colleagues the tools to solve problems more easily.

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ASIN ‏ : ‎ 3721201450
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Niggli Verlag; Bilingual edition (October 1, 1996)
Language ‏ : ‎ German, English
Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 176 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 9783721201451
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-3721201451
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.47 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.39 x 0.79 x 11.81 inches

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Photographer and Designer

A must have book

Reviewed in the United States on January 6, 2017

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To all graphic designers, this book is a must have and read. Very important information how to layout your work and why it needs to be in a certain way. I was very confused with grid systems, but this book really explains the root of the system and how it is important to follow it.
Graphic design is a visual communication and it needs to be understood by viewers and grid will help you to understand how to arrange your art work and manage them and organizing them between typography and graphics.

21 people found this helpful

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Brian Claire

Fantastic for any skill level

Reviewed in the United States on January 3, 2016

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As an interaction designer for a major tech company, I am always looking to learn new things. I bought this book due to a recommendation from a co-worker and it did not disappoint. It is filled with diagrams, pictures, and everything you need to know about designing for the grid. Be forewarned however, half the book is in German and half is in English so really it'is half as big as it looks.

If you know someone who is looking to start learning design, I would highly recommend this book to get started. It includes a lot of basics while also expanding on some intermediate ideas.

19 people found this helpful

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Vince

Typographer's Bible 1-b

Reviewed in the United States on August 10, 2021

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This book along with, 'The Elements of Typographic Style', by Robert Bringhurst, being the Typographer's Bible 1-a, will be what you need to learn how to set type for print and layout design. If you're learning how to set type, be patient and do your own exploring alongside these publications because the intricacies of Type are elusive and esoteric.

If you're designing for screens there are other great resources, look elsewhere!

2 people found this helpful

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Elise Gonzalez

Love this book

Reviewed in the United States on June 28, 2016

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This book is freakin awesome. It was recommended to me by a talented graphic designer who said I wouldn't regret picking this up, and I certainly do not. After reading this book, my portfolio looks amazing and I feel much more confident in presenting my work. This book was the answer to all my misguided wanderings.

13 people found this helpful

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Yuheng Chen

Timeless Classic

Reviewed in the United States on January 13, 2021

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My graphic design professor recommended this book to me. He studied graphic design in Germany therefore his classes have a strong emphasis on clarity, structure, and neutrality. The grid system one of the manifestations of the principle of the international graphic design styles.

The book shows how the grid is constructed and applied in a very detailed manner. I like the book quite a lot.

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steve aresman thomas

phenomenal!!

Reviewed in the United States on February 14, 2020

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What a phenomenal book! It’s truly a treasure! Recommended for anyone thinking about having a career in design!

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Sofia

Great book

Reviewed in the United States on April 18, 2021

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Book helped me a lot with grids and guides using In Design, was not a requirement for school but I seen it on a video recorded by the teacher and came to my attention and curiosity. So I purchased and helped me pass an assignment at AAU!

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Francois

Great read, highly recommend

Reviewed in the United States on June 25, 2011

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This is a great book, a classic, and a must read for any graphic designer. Regardless of where you are as a designer, this information is either new to you or you've learned some variation of it somewhere. At my work place we don't do much page layout, but I wish we did. Although after reading it, I realize this type of grid system works for one page designs as well as multi-page. At first the instructions and the whole idea sounds a bit rigid but as you continue reading you begin to understand the infinite possibilities it gives you. Nowadays there's definitely a huge misconception about "Breaking the Grid". New designers and even some seasoned designers misinterpret that statement as "No grid at all". I'm not against breaking the grid, but there has to be an existing grid before you can break the grid, otherwise what are you breaking? So if you want to break the grid, you must still learn the grid. Margins don't qualify as a grid system. Another misconception is that you have to break the grid to create dynamic. That is also false. There is a such thing as dynamic use of the grid, and this classic book proves it. I love the grid and after reading this book, I recognize it more as I look at great design work. The layout system is such a fundamental part of being a graphic designer. Make sure you're making every effort to improve all the necessary skills. If you're looking for an improvement in your layout skills, read this book. It will stand the test of time for ages to come.

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Lily Fielding

Belongs in a time capsule.

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 25, 2018

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The fact that the author/translator uses male pronouns to describe the graphic designer indicates how out of touch with the contemporary world this publication is. Long story short: yes, the information in this book is practical and useful, but to imply (as the author does, on many ocassions) that those who haven’t read this book are not ‘real designers’ is the kind of classist bullshit that has plagued the design industry for generations. Don’t believe the hype, this is not a book that every designer should own.

24 people found this helpful

Adrian Murariu

Don't have one? Buy one 5 STARS

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 1, 2018

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My teacher said "If you don't have it I encourage you to get one . After this lesson your first thing should be to go on amazon" .
I was like ...."Oh yea, another GLORIOUS book that teaches you to do everything provided you read one more million books" .
In other words I thought it was some average book but I am delighted . From many font advice and grid construction and layouts and dimensions and printing advice etc .
One of the most precious design books ever. I will allways have a good copy at hand.

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Javier Azcona

A work of clarity and conviction.

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 3, 2016

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Grid Systems in Graphic Design: A Visual Communication Manual for Graphic Designers, Typographers and Three Dimensional Designers, 9th edition 2015, is no doubt a classic in the lore of graphic design and layout technique. A primer, textbook, and conceptual exposition all-in-one. We get a sense of how a message is conveyed through carefully laid design work as we read the many insights the book provides. It is all done with the clarity and conviction of a master in the field.

The book is a must read for students and practitioners alike as it encapsulates an approach to design from which creativity may ensue. So fundamental is the logic of the tools proposed.

On a negative note, the book is plagued with misprints, an unforgivable occurrence in any publication, let alone a work on typography and one by none other than Josef Müller-Brockmann.

It does nothing for the good name of Niggli Verlag that such poor proofreading was tolerated. I am grateful that the publishers keep the book in print, but such a sloppy edition ought never to have made it to print unchecked. It reaches absurdity when, previous to another error, on page 94 we can read two different measurements for the same item: 5.6 cm in the English version of the text; 6,5 cm in the German.

Furthermore, I am unaware if Herr Müller-Brockmann did not attach any importance to leaving orphans (single words on a line at the end of a paragraph), but I do know that it is a no-no of modern typography practice. Thus, I was puzzled to see numerous such orphans in the text of the book.

Nevertheless, the mastery of the author is above all that. Though irksome to encounter, the misprints can be overlooked as one is engrossed in the significance of the text and illustrations. The book can be enjoyed both in the German original, and in the terse English translation as the book is bilingual.

I heartily recommend it.

11 people found this helpful

elisa pini

the wrong way around

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 23, 2021

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The inside of the book is been attached the wrong way around. Annoying see that the book is not cheap either 🙄. Check the batch; not sure it will the only version wrongly printed.

nplacid

Four Stars

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 17, 2018

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Good bood about graphic design basics as layout, leading, grids, etc

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