The third research paper published by Unit Editions. ThreeSix A system of six optical/geometric typefaces in eight weights. ‘Fascination is the key word that comes to mind when I study ThreeSix. It is a fascination for the use of geometric systems in design that has resulted in these remarkable typefaces.’ Wim Crouwel
From the graphic design archive:
Ephemera, Illustration, Members Only Content, Regional Histories
50 tickets from Japan spanning nearly 50 years (1956–2004).
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Design Archive Feature, Members Only Content
Westvaco Inspirations was founded in 1925 by the West Virginia Pulp and Paper Company. Bradbury Thompson’s produced approximately sixty issues, experimenting with typography, photography, and illustrations.
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Design Archive Feature, Ephemera, Members Only Content, Regional Histories
Beyond being mere artefacts of design, these examples of Japanese Ephemera show the dynamic changes Japan was undergoing during this period. The design output of this era not only served commercial purposes but also became a powerful medium for expressing these societal shifts.
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