Anyone who knows me is aware of the fact that I'm a total book junkie. I especially love (and amass large collections of) books on architecture and design. With all the books out there on these subjects, you can imagine that many become a bit repetitious and light on content (design books are especially guilty of this.) Well, I recently got 2 books that I've enjoyed so much for what they say as much as for their design, that I thought I'd share with everyone.
Rockport Publishers has started a new series of design books titled Design Matters. The first two books in the series are on Logos and Brochures. Not only are they hip in their actual design (the books feature bright, icon-driven graphics, interesting typography and clever die-cut covers) but they also have professionals writing pertinent things about the art, ideas and business behind different facets of design.
As stated in the editorial section of the Logo book's Amazon.com page:
The design bar is at an all time high for those brave enough to
participate in the industry. Today's designers must be clear on all the
steps necessary to create work that stands out in an increasingly
competitive marketplace. Unfortunately, most design books only focus on
type, color, and layout issues. The Design Matters series takes
a more in-depth approach, allowing designers to learn not only how to
create work that is aesthetically appealing, but that is also
strategy-driven and smart.This book focuses on creating logos,
while others in the series dissect brochures, packaging, publications,
and letterhead systems. Each book offers all the essential information
needed to execute strong designs in concert with beautiful and
well-crafted examples, so readers can successfully hit the mark every
time.
If you are a graphic designer or just love design, I highly recommend stocking your library with this series. It will come in handy for ideas or just as a brush-up on the various topics. Enjoy!
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