A Design Book with an Unusual Concept
Written by Tara: Freelance Designer on Friday, 4 of July , 2008 at 8:02 am
I was sent a link to a new design book by the author Maggie Macnab, which has an unusal idea behind it. Her theory is that memorable graphic designs come about because they contain symbols and shapes that occur in our everyday lives in nature. Take a look at the video for the book, it’s on my Amazon wish list.
Category: Design Books
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Comment by David Airey
Made Friday, 4 of July , 2008 at 12:17 pm
It’s a very nice book, Tara. I’ve not had a chance to read it all yet, but some great logo examples throughout.
Comment by Tara: Freelance Designer
Made Friday, 4 of July , 2008 at 12:24 pm
Hi David, I missed your post, I will have a read - I’ve been away for a couple of weeks so am out of touch with whats happening on everyones blogs
Comment by Tracey Grady
Made Friday, 11 of July , 2008 at 12:37 pm
My copy arrived today - I’m looking forward to reading it.
Comment by Wade
Made Thursday, 24 of July , 2008 at 2:51 pm
Wow, this is a fascinating combination of three things dear to my heart. Design, language and symbolism. I can’t wait!
Comment by bangbouh
Made Sunday, 27 of July , 2008 at 12:22 am
Great book with well researched ideas.
Comment by Calidad ISO
Made Monday, 18 of August , 2008 at 5:00 pm
Mmmmmm, I’m not quite sure about this one, some of the transitions between the natural shapes and the logos were kind of…unreal
Comment by John Pash
Made Monday, 8 of September , 2008 at 7:14 pm
I’m really glad they didn’t go with a title like “Unlocking the Design Code” or some such derivation of “The DaVinci Code”. That was a trend not so long ago and is almost a guarantee that the book will have little substance.
But it seems that Decoding Design truly deserves to have “that word” in the title. I’ll put it on my maybe-list until I read some more reviews. It sounds intriguing.
Comment by Natalie
Made Friday, 12 of September , 2008 at 12:50 am
I believe that human brain is hardwired for some visuals. People from different cultures relate to the same visual symbols. And although John doesn’t like the idea of unlocking code, I think there is something to it. There is universal visual language that many people can relate to. And it of course comes from nature and everyday things around us that we all share. I’m adding that book to my wishlist too.
Comment by Andrei Stanciu
Made Tuesday, 23 of December , 2008 at 5:36 pm
I just purchased a copy, should be good read for Christmas.
Comment by Coey
Made Wednesday, 31 of December , 2008 at 8:29 am
This is something useful for us to start thinking again what design is really about. I have been searching around to find idea for my new projects. Idea is all around us, just that we need to see what others not see. Thanks
Comment by Anna
Made Friday, 30 of January , 2009 at 9:51 am
I definitely subscribe to this idea, i always carry a camera around with me so i can take quick snaps of shapes or patters i think could lend them self to a design at some point, It keeps my designs fresh, innovative and can be a real time saver! Much better than starring at a blank piece of paper or looking at stock logos for inspiration as this can lead to un-original artwork. I advise everyone to start looking out for shapes and patters that inspire them.