Symbols in Graphic Design

2017-02 Design

Author : Sendpoints
Release : 2017-02
Genre : Design
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 252/5 ( reviews)

Book Synopsis Symbols in Graphic Design by : Sendpoints

Download or read book Symbols in Graphic Design written by Sendpoints. This book was released on 2017-02. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Modern-day cryptic symbols and mysterious codes are no longer just the tools of secret societies and spies; skilled graphic designers use them constantly, creating new visual languages for branding, logotypes, and company identities. Symbols in Graphic Design is your own illustrated codebook to these logos, glyphs, and other motifs. This exhaustive resource lays out basic symbols, their meanings, and their histories before delving into a collection of modern projects ranging from restaurant and clothing identities to personal brands, promotional materials, and even city branding projects.

Symbol

2014-09-16 Design

Author : Steven Bateman
Release : 2014-09-16
Genre : Design
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 840/5 ( reviews)

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Book Synopsis Symbol by : Steven Bateman

Download or read book Symbol written by Steven Bateman. This book was released on 2014-09-16. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Symbols play an integral role in branding programs. This book explores the visual language of symbols according to their most basic element: form. Over 1,300 symbols from all over the world are here categorized by visual type, divested of all agendas, meanings, and messages that might be associated with them so that the effectiveness of their composition and impact can be assessed without distraction and so that the reader can enjoy them as a pictorial language in their own right. Every symbol is captioned with information on who it was designed for, who designed it, when, and what the symbol stands for. These sections are interspersed with short but detailed case studies featuring classic examples of symbols still in use, and exceptional examples of recently designed symbols. This comprehensive volume is an indispensable resource for designers working on identity systems, and an engaging showcase of this exciting field. Now in a compact format.

Symbol Sourcebook

1991-01-16 Reference

Author : Henry Dreyfuss
Release : 1991-01-16
Genre : Reference
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 725/5 ( reviews)

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Book Synopsis Symbol Sourcebook by : Henry Dreyfuss

Download or read book Symbol Sourcebook written by Henry Dreyfuss. This book was released on 1991-01-16. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "A ready reference aid and an inspiration to designers . All in all the best book now available on symbols." --Library Journal This unparalleled reference represents a major achievement in the field of graphic design. Famed industrial designer Henry Dreyfuss recognized the importance of symbols in communicating more quickly and effectively; for many years he and his staff collected and codified graphic symbols as they are used in all walks of life throughout the world. The result is this "dictionary" of universally used graphic symbols. Henry Dreyfuss designed this sourcebook to be as practical and easy to use as possible by arranging the symbol information within ingeniously devised sections: Basic Symbols represents a concise and highly selective grouping of symbols common to all disciplines (on-off, up-down, etc.). Disciplines provides symbols used in accommodations and travel, agriculture, architecture, business, communications, engineering, photography, sports, safety, traffic controls, and many other areas. Color lists the meanings of each of the colors in various worldwide applications and cultures. Graphic Form displays symbols from all disciplines grouped according to form (squares, circles, arrows, human figures, etc.) creating a unique way to identify a symbol out of context, as well as giving designers a frame of reference for developing new symbols. To make the sourcebook truly universal, the Table of Contents contains translations of each of the section titles and discipline areas into 17 languages in addition to English.

Signs and Symbols

1998 Literary Criticism

Author : Adrian Frutiger
Release : 1998
Genre : Literary Criticism
Kind : eBook
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Book Synopsis Signs and Symbols by : Adrian Frutiger

Download or read book Signs and Symbols written by Adrian Frutiger. This book was released on 1998. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discusses the elements of a sign, and looks at pictograms, alphabets, calligraphy, monograms, text type, numerical signs, symbols, and trademarks.

Decoding Design

2008-02-04 Design

Author : Maggie Macnab
Release : 2008-02-04
Genre : Design
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 695/5 ( reviews)

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Book Synopsis Decoding Design by : Maggie Macnab

Download or read book Decoding Design written by Maggie Macnab. This book was released on 2008-02-04. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Understand the Significance of Symbols in Your Design Work Our world is comprised of a handful of very simple patterns that have been a part of human design since the beginning of time and have eternal significance. Decoding Design reveals how common symbols and shapes - like circles, squares and triangles - resonate at a gut level and can lend greater meaning to a design. By deconstructing famous logos and other sample designs, you'll learn how to communicate complex information quickly and intuitively with universal and meaningful patterns. You'll also uncover how other disciplines, such as philosophy, math, and physics, influence great design and can help you present ideas in a holistic and compelling manner. Whether you're a designer, student, or marketing professional, Decoding Design will show you the deeper meaning behind the symbols you encounter everyday, and how to better use those symbols to create an impactful relationship with the viewer.

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