Monthly Archives: January 2010

A Brief History of Emil Ruder

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An interesting insight into the world of a typographer and designer by the name of Emil Ruder (1914-1970), who played a key part in the development and dissemination of the Swiss Style.

Cristiana Couceiro

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Cristiana Couceiro is a freelance illustrator, working and living in Lisbon, Portugal. Many of her digital collages seem to take inspiration from the likes of Josef Müller-Brockmann et al. Via Eclectica

Three New Action Products by Behance

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As part of their mission to organise the creative world, Behance’s line of paper products is designed with Action in mind. And now, they’re introducing three new ways to get organised in style. What’s more, these new Action Method products are 100% sustainable.

Helvetica and the New York City Subway System

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There is a common belief, reinforced by Gary Hustwit’s documentary film Helvetica, that Helvetica is the signage typeface of the New York City subway system. But it is not true—or rather, it is only somewhat true. Helvetica is the official typeface of the MTA today, … Read More

Josef Müller-Brockmann T-Shirts Available

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T-Shirt Society, Ltd. have released a range of t-shirts inspired by the designs of many famous graphic designers. One of their latest incarnations is this one for Josef Müller-Brockmann.

Design trends (predictions) and minimalist grid designs in 2010

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Nick La of Web Designer Wall has posted his predictions of the way web sites will be designed in 2010. Not too many surprises in his post but it makes for an interesting read. There is a specific section on Minimalist & Grid Designs where … Read More

Pre-Postmodern Swiss Posters Exhibit

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Pre-Postmodern Swiss Posters Exhibit - Josef Müller-Brockmann by AisleOne

Pictures from the Pre-Postmodern Swiss Posters exhibit held at San Jose State University from November 17-December 18, 2009. The posters are from the private collection of designer Aaron Marcus. (Via AisleOne)

Lars Müller Publishers launches new web site

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You can now download Lars Müller Publishers complete catalogue in PDF format. Lars Müller Publishers is an internationally active publishing house. It came into being in Baden, Switzerland, in 1983, as a result of the bibliophile passion of designer Lars Müller. The press has made … Read More

72 Rivington St.

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An interesting grid design for 72 Rivington Street, London, the new physical home of YCN, a multi - purpose space comprising a public ground floor, two floors of studio and a rooftop too. The space has been designed for YCN by the Klassnik corporation, with interiors installed … Read More

Swiss Graphic Design History

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History Swiss Graphic Design

An interesting visual archive of Swiss Graphic Design History on Flickr.