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13th January 2006

Five simple steps to designing grid systems

“The first part of this Five Simple Steps series is taking some of the points discussed in the preface and putting it to practice. Ratios are at the core of any well designed grid system. Sometimes those ratios are rational, such as 1:2 or 2:3, others are irrational such as the 1:1.414 (the proportion of A4). This first part is about how to combine those ratios to create simple, balanced grids which in turn will help you create harmonious compositions.”

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13th January 2006

The Prepared Mind

“This blog was established in order to serve as a conversation starter on issues in and about the graphic design industry. At The Prepared Mind, we’re dedicated to discussing issues that don’t get enough attention on many other design blogs, forums and discussion boards.”

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