House of Concepts: Design Academy Eindhoven is a new book that showcases the unique work of students who have graduated from the school (including Tord Boontje’s work shown here)
A great article “examining the influence of color in the institutions of art and fashion Spring 2008...” The feature looks to MOMA’s Color Chart exhibition for inspiration.
A striking collaboration of Charles Burns, Chris Ware and Chip Kidd within the book design of Chip Kidd’s follow-up to The Cheese Monkeys, The Learners.
A collection of photographs from IDEAS magazine (from Barcelona 1936). The collection highlights the vintage typography and lettering throughout two issues.
Many well respected book cover designers have taken their stab at designing a cover for J.G Ballard’s Crash. Now, Times Online and HarperCollins are opening a competition to the public for a new cover design of this 1973 classic.
Sparkle and Spin is a playful collaboration between Ann and Paul Rand. It was originally published in 1957 by Harcourt Brace. Chronicle Books gave it a second life in 2006.
Not Just Cartoons, Nicktoons collects all 31 original cartoons from the Nickelodeon studio in one book. Gel-filled cover - behind-the-scenes commentary, storyboards, interviews , etc.
Typography with Unusual Materials: I really like type when it is more than black marks on paper. Here is a video featuring typography using odd materials by Kris Moyes.