Manuals: Design and Identity Guidelines
Tony Brook, Adrian Shaughnessy • Thames & Hudson • ISBN-13 978‑0500028827
Manuals: Design and Identity Guidelines
Tony Brook, Adrian Shaughnessy • Thames & Hudson
ISBN-10: 0500028826 · ISBN-13: 978‑0500028827 · 2024
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This volume examines the evolution of corporate identity through the lens of printed standards manuals from the mid-twentieth century. By showcasing forty-two meticulously photographed examples, the book highlights the sophisticated information design and rigorous structural logic that defined the golden era of branding. Featuring contributions from Massimo Vignelli and Lance Wyman, this study serves as both a historical archive and a testament to the enduring craftsmanship of physical design guidelines.
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