Layout Workbook: A Real-World Guide to Building Pages in Graphic Design

by Kristen Cullen

An inspired resource for creating meaningful design,  Layout Workbook is one of five volumes in Rockport's series of practical and inspirational books that cover the fundamental areas of graphic design. In this edition, author Kristin Cullen tackles the often perplexing job of nailing down a layout that works. More than a collection of great examples, this book is a valuable resource for students, designers, and creative professionals who seek design understanding and inspiration. The book illuminates the broad category of layout, communicating specifically what it takes to design with excellence. It also addresses the how and why of the creative process. Cullen approaches layout with a series of step-by-step fundamental chapters addressing topics such as design function, inspiration, process, intuition, structure, organization, the interaction of visual elements, typography, and design analysis.

Genres: Design, Nonfiction, Art Design, Art, Creative, Reference, Business

240 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2007

Reviews

[Sara Bakhshiani · Rating 1 out of 5]

واقعا هیچ وقت تو زندگیم اندازه خوندن این کتاب اذیت نشده بودم!!
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قبل از خوندن این کتاب نشر آبان رو میشناختم و تصمیم داشتم ازش چندتا کتاب بگیرم ولی این اولین تجربه ام از این نشر بود یه جورایی ناامید شدم!
واقعا اگ همه ی کتاب هاش اینقدر اذیت کننده باشه کنسله ://///////
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خلاصه که افتضاح افتضاح و افتضاح. واقعا اگ میتونید زبان اصلیشو بخونید تا اینقد موقع خوندش حرص نخورید.

[Mojhde Alipoor · Rating 3 out of 5]

کتاب خوبیه ترجمه ی فارسیش به اسم «لی اوت» مشکل داره و صفحه آراییش کمی باعث ناخوانایی شده..

[Jessica · Rating 4 out of 5]

I am still reading this; if I mark it read, I will complete it much more quickly, however.

I very much like how it is written and the inspiration-compiling arrangement of information with visual examples, industry takes strewn throughout - never too forcefully and as if for taking or leaving. The opening quote by Degas, "Art is not what you see, but what you make others see" is an especially fantastic intention-setter, and the author follows through with that purposing very extensively.

I read a review dismayed about the lack of a literal workbook in this selection, and so, I'm not disappointed by its absence. Again, the work examples augment the book's points of discussion very well.

[R.Friend · Rating 4 out of 5]

At first glance, I wasn't that impressed; in fact, I'd passed it over several times on the bookshelf in favor of something else... But being a fan of just about everything Rockport publishes in their design series, I finally looked at this one more closely--and needless to say, I bought it.

I think what had initially turned me off was the page design itself. Some of the graphic devices and type choices used in the book's narrative still feel dated to me, but the work presented within is well worth it.

[Riitta Toivonen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Inspiring and competent - every page presents beautiful and well-functioning examples to explain the principles that underlie outstanding graphical design. Includes sets of questions to assess your own design: does it fulfill every requirement an excellent design should? Clearly written and insightful, this book gives guidance on everything from the design process through selecting typefaces to nurturing your inspiration.

[Whitney · Rating 3 out of 5]

A decent book for design fundamentals, but analysis-wise... I felt it was lacking in vocabulary. It was as if Cullen didn't know how to expand on the second half of the book, which she had decided to dedicate entirely to analysis. I wanted to know what really made those designs have their own pulse.

[Jenn]

obviously written by a graphic designer, this book is heavy on visuals and low on text. very basic information, good for someone who has never had any sort of introduction to the basics of graphic design.

[Pelly Sianova · Rating 4 out of 5]

Another Rockport's Workbook series that I like.

[Alyssa · Rating 4 out of 5]

The workbook collection is a golden tool for designers and marketers alike. It has definitely spurred my imagination.

[Emily · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great explanations and the book provides many great portfolios of work to reference in future design projects.

[Katie · Rating 3 out of 5]

Ironically, I wasn't a fan of the layout of this book. I did enjoy the examples, and the educational sections were very informative.

[Christine Røde]

This was the first book I ever bought about design. It was a huge inspiration for 17 year old me.