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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.

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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

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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.

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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!

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Comment by bangbouh

Made Sunday, 27 of July , 2008 at 12:22 am

Great book with well researched ideas.

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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

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