Looking for the perfect gift for the discerning designer friend or family member? Check these out:
100 IDEAS THAT CHANGED GRAPHIC DESIGN
$35
As a broad overview, this book demonstrates how ideas influenced and defined graphic design, and how those ideas have manifested themselves in objects of design. The 100 entries, arranged broadly in chronological order, range from technical (overprinting, rub-on designs, split fountain); to stylistic (swashes on caps, loud typography, and white space); to objects (dust jackets, design handbooks); and methods (paper cut-outs, pixelation).
It is Beautiful then it’s Gone
$34
Published by Princeton Architectural Press, this book documents Martin Venezky’s innovative design work; details of the wall collage that define his office and his aesthetic; the singular photography, collections, and notebooks that define his personality; and text that explains-or at least questions-it all. Venezky’s philosophy that life and design are a continuation of each other permeates this elegant book filled with hundreds of idiosyncratic, deeply wrought examples. A wonderful exploration of a graphic designers personal journey.
Concrete Desk Set
$70
Designed by Norweigan designer Magnus Petterson, this elegant set of office accoutrement includes tape dispenser, pencil holder, and small tray. Perfect for any Apple lover or fan of Deiter Rams clean minimalism.
GRIDBOOK
$18
Gridbooks are crafted to help you generate ideas and create better designs. Each book features a dot grid, column grids and ad templates in reversable spreads. Printed on Neenah Environment Paper, with a cover printed with metallic silver ink and French-folded for strength.
Hex Bottle Opener
$52
This bottle opener is made from solid brass hex bar. Simple in form, elegant in execution, this opener is something you won’t want to keep hidden in a drawer when not in use.
CUBEBOT
Various sizes - $12-$400
Inspired by the Japanese Shinto Kumi-ki puzzles, the Cubebot is a clever, non-traditional take on the toy robot by joining ancient Japanese traditions with contemporary toy culture. Cubebot comes in all sorts of colours and sizes for any mood or room. Fun for any workspace or brainstorming session!
POP! Pups Minifigures
$10
An ode to inflatables and the party art of balloon bending, POP! Pups Mini Series is blowing up! These 3-inch models are better than any you’ll get from the local street fair. With 10 different glossy colors available, each ‘Corn is bright, bubbly, and promises to never lose its gas ;P