Includes bibliographical references and index.

The need for grids -- Grid basics -- Grid types -- Grid elements -- Grid usage -- Online grids.

"Featured topics: Asymmetrical grids, Combinations, Folios, Grid basics, Grid types, Hierarchy, Measurements, Modules, Pattern, Shapes on a page, Symmetrical grids, The digital grid, The grid as expression, The perimeter, The rule of odds, The rule of thirds, Type, Vertical alignment, Wide measures."--Cover p. [4].

"Featured contributors: 3 Deep, Bedow, Fayderbe/De Vringer, Gabor Palotai Design, Grade Design, Lavernia & Cienfuegos Dise�no, Lost and Found Creative, Morse Studio, Mousegraphics, NB: Studio, Pentagram, Planning Unit, SEA Design, Studio Myerscough, Studio Output, The Vast Agency, Unthink, UTOUP, Voice, Webb & Webb, why not associates, Z3/Studio."--Cover p. [4].

"This new edition also includes case studies and design activities based on the principles and teachings of key figures from the world of design, including Armin Hofmann, Josef M�uller-Brockmann and Jan Tschichold."--Cover p. [4].