Designers, 20 years work and play 1962 - 82
Ken Garland and Associates. • 1982 • Garland
- Author
- Ken Garland and Associates.
- First published
- 1982
- Publisher
- Garland
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Designers: 20 Years of Work and Play, 1962–1982 was published by Ken Garland and Associates to mark the two-decade anniversary of their influential design practice. The collection serves as a retrospective of the firm's output during a pivotal era in British graphic design, capturing the transition from traditional commercial art to the modernist sensibilities that defined Garland’s career. It documents a period characterized by the studio's commitment to social responsibility, clear communication, and the rejection of superficial decorative styles.
The book functions as both a portfolio and a manifesto, featuring a selection of projects that showcase Garland’s iconic, minimalist approach to typography and layout. Ken Garland, who founded the studio after leaving his position as art editor for Design magazine, utilized this retrospective to highlight the studio’s diverse range of work, including logos, posters, and editorial designs. Within the design community, the volume is highly regarded as a foundational text that provides insight into the practical challenges and ethical considerations of professional graphic design in post-war Britain.
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