Signs: Lettering in the Environment

Signs: Lettering in the Environment

by PhilBaines (Author), Catherine Dixon (Author)

Synopsis

This book focuses on the letterforms and typography in public places, from road signs to building names, that help us to navigate cities and countryside and contribute to a sense of place. Featuring examples from around the world, the book discusses the function and execution of signage. Visually led, Signs contains 700 colour images grouped together thematically and described in extended captions, showing the best current examples alongside historical material. Part resource, part celebration, the book forms an exciting visual compendium.

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More Information

Format: Paperback
Pages: 192
Edition: Reprint
Publisher: Laurence King
Published: 06 Oct 2008

ISBN 10: 185669576X
ISBN 13: 9781856695763

Author Bio
Phil Baines is a senior lecturer in graphic design at Central Saint Martins College of Art and Design, London, and author of Type and Typography (2nd edition, 2005). Catherine Dixon is a visiting tutor in typography at Central Saint Martins College of Art and Design, London. Together they curate the Central Lettering Record, London.