GRID, INTERRUPTED

83. Build in a Surprise

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A tidy, almost-Swiss approach perfectly and clearly sets forth information for the reader. Tidiness is good. Clarity is good. Going beyond the solution is great. A well-ordered grid, with vertical columns and a readable system, can be modified simply by varying the type sizes. Large and small key words provide depth, as well as an unexpected burst of energy, in a highly organized spread.

In a project that includes a range of informational problems, a grid adds variation, clarity, and authority. A well-planned ...

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