Today, we’re on the hunt for the best book and print magazine design of the moment.
We’ve put together a captivating showcase where graphic design, printing, binding, and production take center stage.
Let’s dive into our selection in search of the best book and magazine design.
We’ve curated ten of the most compelling projects right now and will break them down one by one to discover the top graphic design of the month.
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DOMA MAGAZINE
Graphic design by No Where Studio
The new print magazine DOMa has released its first two issues with a striking visual identity and magazine graphic design by the creative team at No Where Studio.
Dedicated to the architectural process, the magazine features a minimalist and elegant look, with a bold design that demonstrates just how challenging it is to create a simple yet impactful magazine layout.
Project highlights:
- Use of geometric forms
- Printing techniques
- Choice of materials
- Magazine finishing
- Typography
- Color palette
This graphic design has received:
BRONZE EDAWARDS – EUROPEAN DESIGN in the Magazine Publication category
One of the best printed magazine designs right now.
Project insights
The cover is text-free, focusing the reader’s attention on the content inside.
The logo is almost invisible, embossed into the cover.
The fingerprint image on the cover symbolizes the foundation of a building.
The architectural design process is never visible to the end user, even though the foundation has already been laid.
UNRELIABLE GUIDEBOOK TO JEWELLERY
Graphic design by Ziga Testen Studio
The work of Ziga Testen Studio is truly artful. Among their projects, we’ve selected this book created to showcase Lisa Walker’s work.
A beautifully intimate book where the author weaves together images and commentary, inviting you to turn the pages again and again to discover, read, and revisit its content.
We consider the design of this book-magazine one of their masterpieces in print design.
Project highlights:
- Photographic treatment
- Printing techniques
- Choice of materials
- Magazine finishing
- Typography
- Color palette
- Tone of voice
This graphic design has been awarded:
Designers Institute of New Zealand – Best Design Awards – Editorial Book Design
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Project insights
The book’s title translates as: “An Unreliable Guidebook to Jewellery”
A.R. PENCK – HOW IT WORKS
Graphic design by Haller Brun
The exhibition catalogue for Kunstmuseum Den Haag’s “How It Works” by R Penck features over 200 paintings in a beautifully printed book with a striking design.
The book cover design is especially eye-catching, with a bold and powerful presence.
Project highlights:
- Book cover design
- Chosen color palette
- Large-scale typography
- Impactful visual result
- Printing techniques
- Choice of materials
- Book finishing
This graphic design was shortlisted for:
D&AD Awards – Shortlist – Book Design / Culture, Art & Design Books / 2021
The Best Dutch Book Designs / The Most Beautiful German Books 2020
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Project insights
The artworks are accompanied by texts from Danièle Cohn, Eddy Devolder, Hans Janssen, Ulf Jensen, Katharina Neuburger, Benno Tempel, and AR Penck.
Printed on four different types of paper, each with its own weight, texture, and color, carefully chosen to match the content and type of work.
The order of the works in the book follows the layout of the exhibition spaces.
LONG FAR TEMPLE
Graphic design by Chaoyang University of Technology
An exceptional and highly innovative work.
The design of this book is outstanding in every aspect—from the cover to the print finishing, including typography, materials, and the underlying concept.
The illustrations, photography, and typographic elements approach the subject matter with sensitivity, inviting the reader to engage with its reality.
Undoubtedly, one of the best printed book designs of the moment.
Project highlights:
- Purpose of the printed book
- Use of materials
- Interior illustrations
- Book cover design
- Chosen color palette
- Large-scale typography
- Impactful visual result
- Printing techniques
- Book finishing
This graphic design has been recognized with:
Red Dot: Junior Award – REDDOT WINNER 2020 – Best of the Best in Print Design
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The best part is visiting the Red Dot website to watch the video about this edited book, which unfortunately we can’t embed here.
The hand-stitched white leather cover is inspired by the padded walls of psychiatric hospital isolation rooms.
The linen wrap for the shelves references the white clothing worn by hospitalized patients.
The elastic band and safety buckle evoke a straitjacket or the straps used to secure a patient to a bed.