“ The grid system is an aid, not a guarantee.
It permits a number of possible uses and each
designer can look for a solution appropriate to his
personal style. But one must learn how to use the
grid; it is an art that requires practice. ”
Josef Müller-Brockmann
The ultimate resource
in grid systems.
Atrise Golden Section allows you to design using the golden section proportion visually over your preferred design software.
The second part to Sigurdur Armannsson excellent article on creating grid systems in Adobe Illustrator. This article is based around the grid system developed by Marcus Gärde.
Made popular by the International Typographic Style movement and pioneered by legends like Josef Müller-Brockmann and Wim Crouwel, the grid is the foundation of any solid design. The Grid System is an ever-growing resource where graphic designers can learn about grid systems, the golden ratio and baseline grids.
Created by Antonio Carusone, graphic designer and author of the design and typography blog AisleOne. Special thanks to Duane King for his help and wisdom.
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