Experimental Formats and Packaging : Creative Solutions for Inspiring Graphic Design

by Fawcett-Tang, Roger; Mason, Daniel

• ISBN13: 9782880467999
• ISBN10: 2880467993
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2004-09-01
• Publisher: Rotovision

Summary

Experimental Formats & Packaging explores every aspect of the printed form, from single page to commercial package. Over 100 case studies celebrate the healthy tradition for experimentation in this field showcasing projects that stand out on their physical merits alone. Looking at proportions, formats, materials, printing, folding and binding. Formats explores tear-proof 'plastic' paper, gelling agents, luminescent inks, concertina folds, and single-screw binding among its many treasures. Packaging opens the world of three-dimensional construction to designers, with projects that challenge material conventions yet meet their physical demands. Practical, desirable, and informative, they display packaging as an integral part of the product. With its definitive glossary of terms and processes and collection of practical templates, this is an indispensable guide for two and three dimensional print and graphic design. Book jacket.

Table of Contents

Experimental Formats	8	(8)
Proportions	16	(26)
Packaging	42	(14)
Formats	56	(12)
Materials	68	(16)
Printing	84	(20)
Folding	104	(18)
Binding	122	(24)
Interaction	146	(14)
Experimental Packaging	160	(8)
Protect	168	(24)
Desire	192	(30)
Inform	222	(28)
The Makeup	250	(2)
Materials	252	(16)
Processes	268	(8)
Templates	276	(20)
Glossary and Resources	296