Grids

Basics Design #7

by Gavin Ambrose, Paul Harris

The how and why of using grids in graphic design * Packed with case studies and illuminating examples * Seventh title in a top-selling series The seventh book in the award-winning Basics Design series, Grids focuses on the construction and ordering of the page and screen through use of the grid. This book explores how to construct grids--and, more fundamentally--why the designer should construct grids. Through detailed investigation of the principles behind grid design, this book informs and advances the reader’s understanding of this key design component, allowing designers to compose grids with ease and precision for any situation. Case studies, concise text, technical explanations, and diagrams, plus a reference section set on a series of different grids, make Basics Grids a must-have for graphic designers everywhere.

Genres: Design, Art, Nonfiction

184 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2008

Reviews

[Samanta · Rating 4 out of 5]

A must have for all graphic design students. The book is very informative, full of graphic design rules of thumb, terminology, examples and real life case studies.
My favourite quote:
"Everyday life already involves living in a world full of grid systems. The grid of my flat. The grid of my space in my studio. The grid of the streets that I walk to get there. And the grid systems in my work. We need all of these grids. But the most important thing is to know when you need to break all of these rules with humour and play." - Gabor Palotai, Swedish Design Studio

[Nadiminti Sarvani · Rating 5 out of 5]

Amazing book for those who want to start with editorial design! If I become a professor someday, I'd suggest my students to treat this book as their bible for design!

[Kiki K · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have owned this book for over 3 years and it never fail to inspire new layout designs for me. Reminding me of the basics and fundamentals. It is a classic.

[Reema · Rating 5 out of 5]

every designer MUST have this book! a really great for dividing a page and arranging a design.