Grid layout

Magazine layout example

This example is set out as a 3 column on one page, then to 6 guides on the second page.

  

 A four column layout. They used the first column for plazing an image.

 It feels like the layout has certain sections for placement of the imagery. 

 The heading is broken into two for the title and text.

Other examples using grid

Drawing or sketching using a grid, ensures an evenly balanced illustration.

    DVD menus are structured with a very clear layout.

    This one is divided into 8 columns.

  

  Examples not following a grid

 

 This David Carson design, has typography all over the place!

 The letters don't fall nicely into a column, some even reach the edge of the page.

 This may be so, because it gives the impression of what Davids style is like.

 

 

 A design piece that has a four column feel. 

 Due to the letter sizing running into the columns, it doesn't fall into place.

 The larger letter make the design visually interesting, a squashed feeling.