Typographic Systems
Kimberly Elam
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Typographic Systems
Published
April 19, 2007
Publisher
Princeton Architectural Press
Pages
159
ISBN-13
9781568986876
ISBN-10
1568986874
Description
Typographic organization has always been a complex system in that there are so many elements at play, such as hierarchy, order of reading, legibility, and contrast. In Typographic Systems, Kim Elam, author of our bestselling books, Geometry of Design and Grid Systems, explores eight major structural frameworks beyond the grid including random, radial, modular, and bilateral systems. By taking the reader through exercises, student work, and professional examples, Elam offers a broad range of design solutions. Once essential visual organization systems are understood the designer can fluidly organize words or images within a structure, combination of structures, or a variation of a structure. With clarity and substance, each system from the structured axis to the nonhierarchical radial array is explained and explored so that the reader comes away with a better understanding of these intricate complex arrangements. Typographic Systems is the seventh title in our bestselling Design Briefs series, which has sold more than 100,000 copies worldwide.
Subjects
Design, Typography Etc
A history of graphic design
Graphic Design School
Typographie. Ein Gestaltungslehrbuch
The Elements of Graphic Design
Designing type
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Typographic Systems?
This edition of Typographic Systems has approximately 159 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Typographic Systems?
For most readers, Typographic Systems typically takes between 3h 19m and 2h 13m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 39,750 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 2h 39m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 6 days • Estimated word count: 39,750 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Typographic Systems?
The estimated word count for Typographic Systems is approximately 39,750 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Typographic Systems?
Typographic Systems was written by Kimberly Elam.
When was Typographic Systems published?
The publication date for this specific edition is April 19, 2007. The original work may have been published on a different date.