Directiondesign, Typography

introduction

articles/lectures

typography
style and design
functions of type
usability
interaction
composition
webstyles
conclusion
bibliography
links

Since November 2003 Jurriaan writes webdesign related articles for the Dutch design magazine Dzone. He also lectures at the Utrecht School of Arts on interaction design or internet typography. Here you can read or download the articles (Dutch only at the moment) or view the presentations of the lectures for the Utrecht School of Arts (in English). New articles or presentations will added regularly.

Online Portfolio

A breakdown of the proces of creating a personal portfolio site with practical tips and examples. (Dutch, Word)

Internet typografie

An analysis of internet typography, including various graphical styles, a functional breakdown of interactive typography and practical tips (Dutch, Word). Read the English version online.

Expose Yourself

A lecture about the process of creating a portfolio website from concept to design. (HKU, 2003)

Design is not Art

A lecture stressing the importance of design theory with attention to usability, interaction design and typography. Based on my Masters' thesis (2002, HKU)