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I love classic expressions of design and there is no higher watermark
than the International Paper Size Standard. The international paper size
standard, ISO 216, is based on the German DIN 476 standard for paper
sizes. ISO paper sizes are all based on a single aspect ratio of the square
root of 2, or approximately 1:1.4142. Although many conventions have
existed for paper sizes, the ISO standard is now internationally accepted
with the exception of a local standard in North America. Wanting to
commemorate this monument of international design, I developed this
series of posters that individually outline each size’s historical significance.
I created these posters several years back and they became popular
online. They have been swiped by numerous websites and designers.
Be on the lookout for a soon-to-be launched crowdfunding campaign to
print and distribute these posters. If you are interested in seeing these
be printed, please let me know.
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Below are a few of the more recent 'swipes'.
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