Foreign Design

1. Arbitare

Arbitare is an Italian Magazine that is, for the most part, in Italian. It has been generous in subtitling the articles in English( a luxury that few American magazines will do). Apart from being Italian, this magazine reads like an average American one. Over half of the pages are ads, and it is not middle-end that the articles begin. The difference with this magazine is that the ads are back to back, as are the articles, so it provides to variety in layout. In this particular edition, Arbitare has dedicated it's articles to the study of Istanbul. One particular editorial displays and comments on the Miniatürk, memorial park that displays 105 models of work of architecture and historical places in Istanbul, the Ottoman Empires, and Anatolia. The article is not a long one, but it has provides an abundance of pictures.

2. Archithese
Archithese is a small, thin German magazine that is the opposite of the Italian ones. Every single page is white, it is simple and minimal. The two things that add life to this magazine are the pictures and the rough texture of the paper used. Instead of spending time sifting through the copious amounts of ads, this magazine it made almost entirely of articles. Even if the articles are almost all in German, the pictures are situated in a way that tells the story adequately. Since this is a "thematic review for architecture," there are pictures from various places around the world. The language gives away the nationality of the magazine, but without the text, I don't think I would even be able to figure out it's origin.

3. Domus
There is something about the ads in Domus that makes it seem more Italian. It might possibly because the products and the ad itself are in fact Italian. This magazine is better crafted than Arbitare for multiple reasons. the size is larger, both in size and in width; it attracts more attention because it stands out. Also, the paper is of better quality. Not that the layouts in Arbitare are poorly designed, I simply noticed the craft of the layouts in Domus more. Every page is so clean and organized, just as an Italian magazine should be Like Arbitare, Domus is Italian subtitled in English. The difference is that Domus has more subtitles, even on the advertisements. The magazine is rather long, but it is broken up in unique, quirky ways. In the middle, to break up the articles, the designers added the next excerpt on different textured paper that is cut horizontally. It adds a hint of interaction and playfulness in a very professional way.

Sustainable Design

After researching through articles about sustainable design in various design journals, I came to form my own definition on the matter. We all know that global warming is reaping havoc on our world. It is up to the inhabits to go green and practice sustainable design. I have fond that sustainable design I the a strategy targeted to reduce the negative impacts on the environment and preserve nature through the use of products good for the economy. Not everybody has to race out and completely convert to sustainable design, but everybody has to take small steps together.
Interior Sources Oct/Nov 2007
Every person counts when it comes to Sustainability. The article, “A Call to Green Action,” explains how individuals can do their part of the greater whole (i.e.- recycle, hybrid cars, locally grown produce, etc). Enough people came together and in 2005, New York passed an act that stated most of the new municipal buildings must meet a standard of sustainability
Buildings March 2007
In, ‘ A Smart Approach to Sustainability, Ralph Dinola explains that, “longevity is key to sustainability.” This article stressed the importance of small steps. People don’t have to switch everything over to sustainable design in one setting; they just need to become aware of a change. Location is a key factor in learning about an individual’s sustainability needs.

Metropolis Oct 2007
This article quotes Ray Anderson in saying that, “No one should be claiming sustainable products. There is no such thing yet in terms of zero footprint. What you can do is demonstrate reduced footprint.” So, instead of coming up with a solution to sustainability, ‘7 Steps In the Life Cycle of a Green Product,’ has come up with seven things a product can be that comes relatively close to being sustainable.

Buildings March 2007
Tools like this are helpful when it comes to aiding a person or building on their journey to incorporate more sustainable design into the world.

Dwell Nov 2007
Do you know who is already taking large steps to a more sustainable lifestyle? It is not who you’d think. The article, ‘ The Third Influx of Global Greening Is At Hand,’ notes that places such as, “ Wal Mart, McDonald’s, Ford Motor, even Shell and BP” are miles ahead of the mass public in “effective environmental action and awareness.”




Environmental Design+ Construction
Even School and Universities are deciding to become more sustainable. ‘Campus Commitment Shapes A Sustainable Community,’ displays how Pacific University was the first recognizable sustainable residence hall.
Interior Design Oct 2007
Switching over to sustainability cannot only have an effect on the environment, but it can look cool in the process. Ice Stone is the new kind of sustainable countertop made from recycled glass and concrete.
Sustainable Facility Oct 2007
Joel Pizzuti is the first to come up with the idea of ‘Green Construction.’ He placed 6,600 sq. feet of bio infiltration cells that would allow surface water to collect in a 32,000 sq. foot bios wale I order to trap pollutants and silt from ground water.

Other Journals used:
Dwell Dec/ Jan 2008
Perspective 2006-2007
Space Fall 2007

10 Buildings

Tom Chudleigh Errington, British Columbia (Dwell)

To own a tree house tucked away in the woods is every child's fantasy. Now, Tom Chudleigh has made it a reality for children and adults alike. The house essentially is a functional living space. There is running water, sleeping accommodations, television, microwave, refrigerator, etc. It has all of the needs of a conventional house, but it happens to be suspended off of the ground.
I enjoy the idea of a tree house. It would be less invasive, take up much less space, and it would be more environmentally friendly. I think people are so caught up on the size of their home, but this tree house shows that you don't need all of the space to have all that you need.

Vladimir G. Schuchov Chersson, Ukraine (architectureweek.com)

The Adziogol Lighthouse was designed by Vladimir G. Schuchov and it is made from iron framework. It sits out in the middle of the ocean and it is 68 meters high. I chose to write about this structure because of it's appearance. It is a graceful design, but it also looks very precarious. It looks as if a wave or a heavy storm could knock it over at any second. On a positive note, I like how it funnels upwards; it sort of gives the allusion of wave movement as the iron frame grows closer together as the structure grows in height.


Steven Ehrlich Architects Dubai (Architectural Digest Oct 2007)
This massive residence is an oasis in the hot desert, complemented with vegetation and basins of water. Reflected in the pools is the giant roof line, an imitation of the crescent moon in the desert night. The flow of the space is open and very much connected to the outside with the use of over sized doors and windows. The style takes a minimalist approach as to connect the residents to the weather and landscape beyond.

Peter L. Gluck Texas (Architectural Digest Oct 2007)
Peter L. Gluck explains that his design works with the surrounding land acting," not passive," rather ,"on the design." At first glance, the building appears to be a dual-level house. On further inspection, it is obvious that the first floor is built into the ground. The shape of the structure is deceiving; every side has a different viewpoint that could not be detected from the side before. The first floor of the space is entirely glass; it alludes to a tank, with seldom privacy and views in every direction.
Dover Castle Dover, England

Pictures of Dover Castle don't do it justice; it is even more impacting in real life. The size alone is impressive. It is not what people think of when they think of buildings but, at it's time, this Castle was a top notch building. Clearly they built it well, or else it would not be standing as well as it is today. The earlier structures are what later designers base their buildings off of, evolving the concepts into what we see today.

Carlos Páez Vilaró Uruguay (Architectural Digest Oct 2007)

When I look at this home, I immediately am reminded of making castles out of wet sand at the beach. It looks so handmade and sculptural with the odd shapes and curvature. It is a different approach to building, something that would doubtfully be seen in the United States.The white of the walls contrast with the surrounding water and make the white look even more pronounced and stark. the soft curves of the building makes the viewer wonder if the inside would have the same natural look to it.
California Academy of Sciences Metropolis Nov. 2007

What better place to have a green building than a building dedicated to sciences? Eco-friendly buildings are ones of the future and a smart move if earth salvation is the goal. I enjoy seeing a corporation take action in the preservation of the atmosphere; it leads others to follow from example. With green structures, there is also a great deal of interaction. People can sit on the grassy hills/ rooftops and stroll around the solar panels. I think the designers did a great job on this building. The Millennium Dome Sir Richard Rogers

I am so intrigued by this building. It reminds me both of multiple bridges puncturing a tarp or cranes protruding out of the structure. I find it appealing to look at, yet confusing at the same time. I feel like it would be out of place in a big city. How could something of this caliber ever fit in with the other buildings? Especially ones that are much older with a traditional style. It is no doubt an interesting idea, but it's placement should be questioned.
High Tech Modern Norman Foster
Some people refer to this building as the "gherkin" due to it's resemblance of the food item. The metal frame and stripes of glass rotate up the structure, thus giving it the appearance of a rotating object. The building may be impressive to look at, but it's place in the city is something to think about. It stands above the rest and it has no resemblance to the surrounding buildings, making it look as if it was inserted with no thought.


CCTV Headquarters Rem Koolhaas

Koolhaas' CCTV Headquarters begs for attention; there is no way it could go unnoticed. The building stands above and outshines it's surroundings. The actual shape of the building is, by far the most unique. It is so dynamic and provides great views from every side due to the layout. With the combination of the glass reflecting the city and the gap in the middle of the structure, this building seems rather transparent, which is positive because it allow the structure to have an open environment.

Graphic Media

Forget that this piece is upside down and focus on the lines formed from the images and text. They may be constructed with altering sizes and width, but the angle s they are placed at structure and add some uniformity to the layout. The use of one color is a sea of black and white is an effective strategy as well; it draws the attention to that specific area of color, in this case, the title. This graphic layout is all over the place and I am not entirely sure if I appreciate that. There are image blocks of ranging size and shape, placed randomly across the ad. The text is another issue; there are too many fonts and sizes as well. Too much variety of color can damage a design and I think this is borderline excessive. I really would term this ad a 'throw up of idea.' The Designer should have chosen one concept instead of all three.


This graphic layout is effective because it uses strategies to provide flow between the pages. The font and the text strip are the same colors as the orange walls in the space. It looks appealing and particularly noticeable in contrast to the white background. The images are of different sizes, placed in an way that would not look off balanced.

This layout has a successful marriage of organization and spontinaety. The images are all so different and random looking but they are all toned down with the addition of the linear text boxes below. Following the line across the page that the text provides, the reader is allowed to look at the cluster of images in an organized way.
This ad uses shape references to appeal to the viewer. The circles contrast with the shape of the chair and therefore make it stand out because it is out of place. An obvious observation is that the circles are red; they contrast with the white of the background. The red is placed near the products to increase the viewing impact and importance.

This graphic layout is a different take on layout design. It has more a personal feel than any other layout, probably due to the handcrafted method of design.

Two New Design Technologies

Eventscape
Metropolis Nov. 2007
Eventscape has created a new form of ceiling decoration with the introduction of the Custom framed fabric ceiling panels with projected waves. The panels can be of any design, and since the design is projected onto the fabric, it can be changed to fit the desired style. Though the custom ceiling may not be practical for residential spaces, it certainly could be popular amongst larger companies and businesses looking for the extra “wow” factor.

FLIR Systems Inc
(http://www.buildersshow.com/Exhibitors/VBooth.aspx?id=12579#FP)

FLIR Systems has created a camera that is a non-evasive way to check the condition of the home. Specially designed for home inspectors, restoration contractors, and other home construction professionals, the B400 has everything built into one. There are infrared and visible pictures, insulation and moisture alarms, and touch screen technology. This inspection camera is the ultimate deal.

Interior Environments

Elle Decor April 2007

This room is the perfect example of indoor/outdoor space. I would classify it as an interior room that lacks walls. It breaks the barrier that divides two rooms. There are certain benefits with this kind of space. The room uses natural light most of the day and, given the location, the space needs little air conditioning or heating. I would love to have an interior environment like this one. It looks so peaceful and one with nature. The furniture is minimum and monochromatic, allowing the main attention to be focused on the breathtaking views.

School of the 21st Century Jan 2007
I would love the Cafeteria at UNC Greensboro to look like this. The floor to ceiling window stretches the length of the space, opening it out to the view beyond. The tables, in turn break apart the size and provide space to eat a meal or. The unfinished ceilings give the space a loft feel, and the height gives the allusion of a larger, more open room.

Interior Design May 2007
This space alone is impressive enough. The multiple open stories and the oversize windows create a large, lofty space. Now, add in the beehive-octagonal structure and it makes for such an entertaining conference room. The first characteristic that stands out, apart from the shape and pattern, is the color. The orange-yellow pops in its surrounding. The color illuminates from behind as the light penetrates it.
The designer took the idea of a conventional room divider and turned it into a functional work of art, providing shelving units within the structure. I commend the design for being multipurpose.


Interior Design Oct 2007
This particular environment clearly suggests calm and relaxation. The bathroom has a strong Zen feel. The lines of the bathroom itself are relatively simple, that is, except for the tub. the tub is the focal point with it's soft curves and starkness in contrast to the space surrounding it.
There are no window treatments on the windows, however the garden beyond has a private feel as well as relaxing feel, proving the simple task of taking a bath to be a luxurious experience.

Southern Accents July/August 2007

Words cannot describe how much I dislike this interior environment! The first negative opinion regards the wallpaper. Wallpaper can a hit or miss concept and it is clear that this design proved to be the latter of the two. Moving past the walls, the accent color strikes the eye immediately. The color of yellow is incorporated into every aspect of this space, not in a positive way. It overpowers the room by itself and combined with the walls, it makes the room appear smaller and clustered.

Dwell December/Jan

This is not the traditional environment, rather an exhibit in a museum that acts as one. This hallway in the San Francisco Museum of Modern Design doubles both as an interior and a piece of art. The space is beautifully crafted, even though it might leave the viewer disoriented. The colors are vivid and contrasting as the light filters through them. The colors are vivid and the shapes are intricate, not only due to the material selection, but also because it is surrounded by smooth and stark white walls. The pattern of the shapes give the hallway an exaggerated perspective.

Architectural Digest Oct 2007

Bart Prince created and interior living space arranged around a tiled pool running the length of the particular space. When I found this interior, I could not help but be reminded of tree houses and the Swiss Family Robinson. Prince has made the line between outdoor and indoor space very thin; the concepts found in the space are nice tributes to nature, from the foliage, to the surplus of wood, to the lack of window treatments. Though maybe not my particular style, I enjoy looking at this piece. The wood is detailed and beautiful, and the mosaic pool is stunning.

Antoine Predock Architectural Digest October 2007
Antoine Predock has used a combination of wood, glass, and metal to create a home full of abstract interpretations of homes surroundings: the Rocky Mountains. The room slopes downward to a full walled window. The beautifully crafted staircase leads from the first floor to the second. The steel and glass catwalk connects the first level, while allowing light to come through ever part of the window. The space remains bright dues to the amount of windows and light wood throughout.

Robert A. M Stern Architectural Digest Oct 2007
What a peaceful retreat! The octagonal room designed by Robert A. M. Stern provides 180-degree views of the lake. The room is entirely made out of Douglass fir and the ceiling forms a cylinder. The room offers plenty of storage with built in bookshelves underneath the windows. Accents compliment the Design of the Space such as the wood des and the carpet that imitates the ceiling above. This room would be wonderful for reading a good book or watching the wildlife pass by.

Veranda Sep/ Oct 2006
This Foyer is fit for Royalty. The focal point is the Gowan ornamented iron banister. If looked at carefully, the glass in the banister is the same color as the walls. Tiles lead into the other rooms and the area has sparse, but ornaments furniture. The window above allows or natural light.

10 Designers

1. Alvar Aalto-

V.S.O.P Vase

Opera House 1959

1898-1976
Avar Aalto was born in Kuortane, Finland in 1898. He graduated from Helsinki Polytechnic in 1921. His career experience included: opening his own practice, Professor of Architecture at MIT, and President of the Academy of Finland.
Though Aalto’s earlier work had underlines of Neoclassicism, through the years it adapted to work with the Modern Movement. Through his style, he was able to create functional structures that doubled in being non-reductionalist as well. He adapted the usual modern architecture into a new Finnish concept and he found ways to work with site, form, and material that had positive feedback.
His work spanned over several countries and he would often work on multiple projects at once. In doing so, he would take ideas from one design, and incorporate it into the other to create a unique concept.

As I looked at the work he had done, I found myself comparing one to the other. In the end, I decided to post these two pictures up because they are so similar. The most obvious detail to note is that they are both white. Also, where I found the most similarity, was the curve formation; they both have this interesting wave effect.


2. Rem Koolhaas-

Seattle Public Library

Ras al Khaimah Convention and Exhibition Centre in the UAE

1944-
Rem Koolhaas was born in 1944, in Rotterdam, the Netherlands. Before he was and architect, he was a writer. He graduated from the Architecture Association School in London and began his career as an Architecture Critic. In 1975, he founded the office for Metropolitan Architecture in London where he focused on contemporary design.
He is termed a Modernist, Deconstructivist, and Humanist. His structures try to link humans to technology.

I was amazed by Koolhaas' work. It is so intricate and the attention to detain to superb. I especially love how much he uses glass, as well as how he is able to make buildings and other structures take on such unusual shapes.

3.
Ron Arad-
Loop Loom
Ron Arad Big Easy Chair
Ron Arad was born in 1951, in Tel Aviv. He studied at the Jerusalem Academy of Art before moving to study at the Architectural Associating in London.
He is well know for his unusual combinations of concepts and materials. Arad is not afraid to use new materials and experiment for interesting designs. He is also known for the fact that he is highly influenced by past designers and products.
His furniture is described as art furniture.His work also suggests movement, due to his use of graphic or gestural lines that reference organic forms.
I love these designs. They are so unconventional and unlike anything I have ever seen, not just because of the design, but also because of the materials used. The only problem I have is the functionality. How could these possibly be comfortable? The lounge looks especially uncomfortable; it looks like the balance could be off.

4.Paul R. Williams
1894-1980

Paul R. Williams was born in 1894. He studied at the Los Angeles School of Art and Design as a Landscape Architect. After finishing Southern California, he received his Architectural License, the first African American to do so West of the Mississippi.
Williams is known for mastering the "upside down" drafting effect where he would draft upside down in order for his clients to see the concept right side up.
In his 60 year career, he designed an incredible number of over 2,000 residential homes.
How often do you see a pool this beautiful? It almost seems like you can't call it a pool, it is more like a container of water that houses a piece of art. The tile that spans the length of the pool looks very good underwater. It must have taken thousands of tiles to achieve this affect.
5. Maya Lin


Vietnam Memorial, Washington D.C Wave Field
Maya Lin was born on October 5, 1959, in Athens Ohio. She is well known for her work in sculpture and landscape art. She studied at Yale University where she produced her most notable piece of work. At age 21, she won a design contest and in turn designed the Vietnam Memorial in Washington D.C.
Lin is noted for her ability to convey complex ideas using natural materials and simple forms. She works in a way that relates her work with the land around her.

I never would have imagined that something like the Vietnam Memorial could be the product of the same designer who created this hilly grassy piece. The Memorial is so simple and understated, but at the same time incredibly impacting. The Grassy Hills are simple, yes, but they are much more obvious that the Memorial. The Hills incorporate nature on a whole new level. I like them, they remind me of mole tunnels.

Walter Gropius
1883-1969

F-51 Armchair

Gropius House Lincoln, Massachusetts

Walter Gropius was born in Berlin in 1883. He studied at Munich and Berlin's Technical Universities. After serving in the war, Gropius left Germany for America, where he became a professor at Harvard.
Gropius is known for his use of modern ideas through material and construction. He is also known for his ideas of building, and the transformation using exact mathematical calculations.

Much like Alvar Aalto's work, Walter Gropious' designs very much reflect one another. They are geometric and take advantage of the combination of different materials. The lines in both product and structure are clean and precise. The proportions are planned as well.

7. Milton Glasser



1929-

Born in 1929 and schooled at the Cooper Union Art School and the Academy of fine arts in Bologna, Italy, Milton Glasser was a revolutionary designer from the beginning. His career includes: co-creating Pushpins Studio, New York Magazine, Milton Glasser Inc, etc.
Glasser's most well known work has been that of posters and prints. He has won many awards for his excellence and his work has been honored in one-man shows.
What is so fascinating about these three pieces is that, if they were all looked at separately, then nobody would be able to say that they were made by the same designer. The ' I heart N.Y' sign does not resemble the Bob Dylan album cover in the slightest. Variety, not to mention talent and skill, is what is so interesting about Glasser.

1. HOK
HOK’s website was very cool! Their work is amazing and there is so much of it. The site is really compatible with the projects, making it far more appealing. It welcomes you with a slideshow of the company’s various projects. Though interesting the slideshow may have been, I was a little thrown off with confusion as how to actually enter the site; there are no indicators. As I scrolled around the page, I noticed that the only text on the screen would follow me. This ended up being the menu for the rest of the site. I enjoyed the bit of interaction, but I still wish there was more direction. After finding my way into the actual site, I was impressed with the organization of the layout. One has no trouble navigating around. The web designers took a simple approach when it came to the graphics. The grey background complements the images and there are no frills that would distract the viewer. It is a smart design for smart designers.
2. Mancini Duffy-
Honestly, this is not a favorite of mine. I’m sorry to say, but the graphics look rather unprofessional. Both the font and graphics are just too plain. Visiting the main page alone, I would not have the urge to go any further. In other words, it does not grab me at all. Though I may not like this site, I can’t deny that the layout and navigation are very simple. There is no confusion when it comes to getting from one place to another in the site. Those are the only things going for it though. The pictures are too small to really see and their resolution is really bad. I'm sure this firm is great, but the work does not reflect in the design of the website.
3. Colvin
When I browsed for design firms, I came across Colvin Designs. As I clicked on the site, I was impressed with the introduction of the site. Quotes scrolled across the page, raving about the designer in question. My eye was drawn to the center of the screen, not only because of the moving words, but also because the page is sectioned into three parts, with font and pictures only in the center. I thought that was a smart idea. As the introduction ended and the site opened, I could not help but feel let down by the overall appearance of the site. I have to admit, the layout is clean and not overpowering, but the information and project images where nothing too special. They were small in size and in numbers. I wish there would be more examples of the work.
4. Rmjm Hillier-
RMJM’s website is a perfect example of good layout and graphics. The site has color, but mostly white space. The menu is on one side, which makes access very simple. Each label is a different color and as you click on each, it will bring you to the corresponding page. All of the colors on the page match the colors in the menu bar. I found it smart that when I clicked on a label from the menu, the label actually elongates across the page, which made my eye follow it. Equally important is the interaction incorporated. In order to look at projects, you have to drag the thumbnail image into a box, in which it will resize to show it. As I looked more at the page, I noticed the clocks at the bottom. Each clock tells the actual time in each zone. It is not something I would ever think of, but I think it is an interesting idea nonetheless. I really enjoyed this site.
5. SSDG Interior Design-
Good first impression. It is a clean layout and it works really well. All of the information is centered in the page and is surrounded by blank space. I appreciate that idea because my eye was drawn to the center upon entering this site. The layout has no real bells and whistles, therefore pain navigation, and the firm’s portfolio is amazing; it is so unique. They did a great job!
6. EYP-
This site is ranked high as one of my favorites. The flaws are so minimal if there are any at all. The graphics are simple and to the point. I like the way the background is a gradient scale; it makes the eye travel across the page, along with the shading. I also enjoyed how the menu was on one side while the descriptions and additional information was on the other; the organization works well. The only problem I had with the site was that I had trouble accessing a few links but that is a technical problem that can be easily fixed.
7. Spillis Candela DMJM
Design Firm Spillis Candela DMJM has a well rounded website in my opinion at least. The site is surrounded by color (but not in an unappealing way), the graphics are simple, yet intriguing, and the layout has good flow. I think the circles add a nice touch and I think it is good that they incorporate the menu into the site. This firm’s website also has continuity with the design, which is great. I had fun exploring this site; the portfolio is amazing and very substantial.
8. DBI
DBI’s website has a lot of excellent components, but I think it is clear that the site is so interesting because it is so interactive. The Introduction is playful yet serious and it does a good job foreshadowing what the actual site will look like. The graphics of the site are well designed. The main site is largely a black backdrop. The firm’s information rests in the middle on a grid pattern. The contents of the menu takes up an individual square on the grid and when you scroll over a menu square, branch links will appear in the nearby squares, allowing the viewer to see what there is to offer. When it comes to the layout, apart from being detailed, I think it works very well. With each click to the next category, the site changes itself and opens to reveal even more interesting material. Though I don’t particularly like the work of Dbi, I find the website makes up for it.
9. Heery International.
The designers at Heery International have an excellent, not to mention very dynamic portfolio. Honestly, I wish I could say the same for the website. It is too boring for my taste. There is a difference between simple and boring, and this site has crossed the line. It has no real spark to it and because of it; I did not spend much time looking around. This is not to say that everything is wrong with the website, in fact, I think the organization and layout is great. The layout is the same for every branching link. There is a purple stripe that borders every link and I appreciate that. I think the designers could add a few alterations and it would immediately appear better.
1o. Studios Architecture-
Studios Architecture’s site is another simple yet dynamic website. The actual page is very simple. There is a large picture and the main menu is placed in a band at the top. When a category in the menu is clicked on, the page does not change, rather the sub-categories create a stair effect to the next selection. I liked that they chose not to change the page throughout. It makes the site simple in a way, but very dynamic as well. I have not seen another website do that before.

Zine

When I was flipping through pages, looking for the ten products, I could not seem to find something that truly interested me. I was looking in this one magazine that had an abundance of chandeliers of every variety. After that, finding chandeliers was so easy! It is always fun to see how traditional or abstract one classifies a product as.
I wanted the zine to be clean and organized. There is a blue stripe on every page and the pictures are all the same size. The one thing I had trouble with was scanning after I had assembled everything. It looks wrinkled when it is not really.