8vo: On the Outside
Mark Holt, Hamish Muir
Founded in London in 1984 by Mark Holt, Simon Johnston, and Hamish Muir, 8vo was one of the most influential design studios in the 1980s and continues to be significant in the design world today.
The studio used traditional, craft-based working methods but an experimental approach to design in order to anticipate the computer-aided aesthetic of the 90s. Octavo (magazine) published in eight issues from 1986 to 1992 has long held cult status and is thoroughly documented here, along with the background against which it emerged.
8vo's work pushed back the boundaries of commercial design, and was a key factor in preparing the way for many future designers.
Designed and written by two of the studio's partners, this attractive, chunky-format book will be a delight to students and practioners of design, architecture and art alike.
Essays by Mark Holt and Hamish Muir.
Hardcover: 536 pages
Language: English
Publisher: Lars Muller
Publishing Date: 1 Nov 2005
ISBN: 9783037780190
Product Dimensions:
16.2 x 13.2 x 4.4 cm
