The Archive of Useful Things [2024]
Research Publication
Publication Design
Editorial System
Art Direction
Visual Research
Image Editing & Composition
The Archive of Useful Things is a self-initiated research publication examining the visual and ideological landscape of countercultural magazines. Drawing from the Amiel Archive, it compiles scans of radical periodicals and feminist publications. The publication system balances minimal structure with clear editorial rhythm. Together, the works form a vivid portrait of activism, self-publishing, and print as a tool for social change.
Specifications:
148 × 210 mm
289 pages
Deliverables included:
˚ Full publication layout and design system
˚ Archival material curation and sequencing
˚ Typography and content structuring
˚ Print preparation and production management
The Archive of Useful Things is a self-initiated research publication examining the visual and ideological landscape of countercultural magazines. Drawing from the Amiel Archive, it compiles scans of radical periodicals and feminist publications. The publication system balances minimal structure with clear editorial rhythm. Together, the works form a vivid portrait of activism, self-publishing, and print as a tool for social change.
Specifications:
148 × 210 mm
289 pages
Deliverables included:
˚ Full publication layout and design system
˚ Archival material curation and sequencing
˚ Typography and content structuring
˚ Print preparation and production management