Objects
The Door Handle That Tells You Where to Push
A door handle that signals its intended action makes an entrance easier to read. Learn how shape, placement, and…
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All pieces
Explore close readings, comparisons and histories of the choices built into objects, graphics, rooms and buildings.
Graphics
Serif or Sans Serif for a Printed Page?
Serif or sans serif for a printed page? Compare their visual character, reading feel, and layout needs to choose type…
Design History
From Parlour to Living Room: A Room Changes Its Name
The shift from parlour to living room signals different ideas about hospitality and daily use. Learn how names, floor…
Interiors
The Feature Wall Is Not a Room Plan
A feature wall can add emphasis, but a room plan works better when furniture, circulation, sightlines, and focal…
Architecture
Reading a Building Entrance on a Rainy Day
Reading a building entrance on a rainy day reveals how shelter, approach, thresholds, and directional cues help…