Description
Paul Rand (1914–1996) was once a pioneer in the field of advertising design and typography, and his work still exerts a profound influence at the design profession. First published to critical acclaim in 1993, and long unavailable, Design, Form, and Chaos is now back in print. Exploring graphic design challenges such as the values at the back of aesthetics, the role of intuition, selecting a typeface, and the place of market research, the book elegantly demonstrates how utility and beauty can also be effectively combined. Illustrated with examples of Rand’s own remarkable graphic design, in addition to with the work of artists he admired, the book features seven portfolios that he used to present logos to clients such as Next, IDEO, and IBM. Clearly probably the most important books in the history of 20th-century American design, Design, Form, and Chaos is a will have to have for any student or professional.