Flexible Visual Systems

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Flexible Visual Systems encapsulates a decade of research from the University of Barcelona, two decades of innovation at TwoPoints.Net, and 18 years of teaching across over 10 design universities throughout Europe, all within 320 pages. This essential design manual is tailored for contemporary visual identities, offering a wealth of knowledge on creating adaptable systems that cater to various aesthetics and projects requiring a cohesive visual language.

This book is not merely a technical guide; it represents a transformative approach to design thinking. Learning to create flexible systems reshapes how you conceptualize and execute design projects, making it a foundational course for any design curriculum. Whether your focus is on corporate design, communication design, user experience, or textile design, the systemic approach presented in this book can be applied across disciplines.

Flexible Visual Systems is structured into three comprehensive parts:

1. Theoretical Foundations: The first section spans 82 richly illustrated pages, providing an in-depth exploration of the history, current trends, and future potential of flexible systems. It discusses their role not only in organizing formal solutions but also in shaping our workflows.

2. Practical Application: The second part offers a hands-on, visually driven guide to designing flexible systems based on fundamental shapes—circle, triangle, square, pentagon, and hexagon. This section comprises 148 pages filled with instructional manuals and practical examples to help you implement these concepts effectively.

3. Transformation Processes: The final section focuses on how transformation processes can evolve into flexible systems for visual identities. This chapter is particularly exciting for creative coders, motion designers, and experimental thinkers, encouraging innovative exploration within the design process.

Whether you are a student, educator, or seasoned professional, Flexible Visual Systems is an invaluable resource that will redefine your approach to design and empower you to create adaptable, impactful visual identities.