Typography II

Canon of Page Construction

DIN /A size 2:3 The golden ratio
1: √2 1: 1.618
Page Ratio

2:3

DIN /A size

The golden ratio

 Page Construction

DIN /A size 2:3 The golden ratio

1: √2 1: 1.618
For example
For example 8.5”×11”
210×297 mm
 Harmonic Subdivsions

4 Rule of
columns Third
Grid

1/3 Diagonal
Composition
Margin, Van de Graaf Canon

3 1:2

2 4

6
Variations

2 4

Well-proportioned. Dull but possibly functional.

Clear intention of “left-hand” page Lack of mathematical relationship.

1 1

Poorly proportioned. Functionally inadequate.

Same margins result an impression of indecision, dullness, Type area is low and looks like it is falling out of the page.
and lack of contrast. Not enough space to hold the page.
Book 2: Digital layout
Set margins, grid and type.

Goal:
Achieve legibility and
Practice typographic basics.