ID102
Intro to Typography, Grids & Layouts
Faculty Profiles
Cathelijn Kruunenberg
Graphic designer, founder Studio&
Mariëlle van Genderen
Graphic designer, founder Studio&
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Overview
This course introduces students to the fundamentals of typography and layout design through hands-on workshops. Over the course of three weeks, students will learn the principles of typography and how to apply effective layouts to a poster and a website.
Learning highlights
- Learn how to inspire creativity and generate ideas.
- Practice researching and mind-mapping.
- Apply the principles of typography and layout design to create cohesive designs, both physical and digital.
- Develop practical skills for using design software and tools.
Course outline
15 classes
Session 1
Introduction and briefing
Session 2
Research, inspiration, and mind-mapping
Session 3
Typography basics
Session 4
Grid basics
Session 5
Layout basics - creating compositions
Session 6
Developing a mood board (look and feel)
Session 7
Poster design - concept and sketches
Session 8
Poster design - concept and sketches
Session 9
Poster final design
Session 10
Website - wireframe for a one-page website
Session 11
Layout design sketches website
Session 12
Layout final design and prototyping website
Session 13
Website prototyping in Figma
Session 14
Consistency, presentation preparation
Session 15
Final presentations
Course materials
Books
Media
Prerequisites
Basic knowledge of the design tool Figma. During the entire course, the student must bring a laptop with Figma installed.
Methodology
Throughout the workshop, students will work in small teams to design a typographically focused visual identity for a festival centred around a single object (e.g., ping pong, ice cream, eye, chair, plant, backpack, pencil, apple, chocolate, or wood). Students will engage in theoretical lectures, hands-on exercises, and a final project—designing a one-page website and a poster—to master the principles of typography and layout design for both online and print media. This comprehensive approach will enable them to create visually appealing and readable designs suitable for both digital and print media.
Grading
As a creative with over 13 years of experience in editorial and brand design, Cathelijn collaborates on commissioned projects through Studio&, partnering with Mariëlle van Genderen. Their specialization lies in art direction, crafting visual identities, innovative graphic design, and engaging editorial design.
Cathelijn is crazy about color, while Mariëlle works wonders with grids. Together, they bring over 14 years of design experience from their time at Frame, a publisher and design authority where they met. There, they meticulously examined tactile finishing samples for magazine covers and reviewed bold print proofs for books. Their shared passion for design, craftsmanship, and innovation propelled them further into the design world, working with independent designers, architects, and brands.
See full profileAs a creative with over 13 years of experience in editorial and brand design, Mariëlle collaborates on commissioned projects through Studio&, partnering with Cathelijn Kruunenberg. Their specialization lies in art direction, crafting visual identities, innovative graphic design, and engaging editorial design.
Cathelijn is crazy about color, while Mariëlle works wonders with grids. Together, they bring over 14 years of design experience from their time at Frame, a publisher and design authority where they met. There, they meticulously examined tactile finishing samples for magazine covers and reviewed bold print proofs for books. Their shared passion for design, craftsmanship, and innovation propelled them further into the design world, working with independent designers, architects, and brands.
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Intro to Typography, Grids & Layouts
by Cathelijn Kruunenberg, Mariëlle van Genderen
Total hours
45 Hours
Dates
Sep 30 - Oct 18, 2024
Fee for single course
€1500
Fee for degree students
€750
How to secure your spot
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FAQ
Will I receive a certificate after completion?
Yes. Upon completion of the course, you will receive a certificate signed by the director of the program your course belonged to.
Do I need a visa?
This depends on your case. Please check with the Spanish or Thai consulate in your country of residence about visa requirements. We will do our part to provide you with the necessary documents, such as the Certificate of Enrollment.
Can I get a discount?
Yes. The easiest way to enroll in a course at a discounted price is to register for multiple courses. Registering for multiple courses will reduce the cost per individual course. Please ask the Admissions Office for more information about the other kinds of discounts we offer and what you can do to receive one.