Extremely colourful and foldable, the Novum magazine (a German design magazine) cover was inspired by Richard Buckminster Fuller. The bright and geometrically-patterned cover creates a paper metamorphosis and allows readers to bend and fold the cover in anyway they like.
More than 1.000 triangles were die-cut into the surface of the paper, creating a truly unique look and feeling. The cover is foldable, bendable and changeable. In 48.000 printing passes and with more than 140 die-cuts per cover, this was a very intricate production.
The colour effect with different combinations was reached by merely exchanging the order of the printing plates (CMYK).
For an insight into the production process, check out the featured Making Of video that showcases the new directions print media is headed.
Geometric Print Media
Discover the Making of the Novum Magazine Cover
Trend Themes
1. Geometric Printing - The trend of using geometric shapes and patterns in printing creates an opportunity for innovative and visually striking designs.
2. Interactive Magazine Covers - Magazines are exploring the trend of creating interactive and tactile covers, opening up opportunities for innovative designs and user interaction.
3. Personalized Printing - The use of die-cutting and CMYK allows for highly customized and personalized printing, leading to opportunities for unique and personalized products.
Industry Implications
1. Printing Industry - The printing industry can leverage the trend of geometric printing and the use of die-cutting and CMYK for unique and personalized printing solutions.
2. Magazine Industry - The magazine industry can explore the trend of creating interactive and tactile covers, offering readers a unique and memorable experience.
3. Design Industry - The use of geometric shapes and patterns in design can create visually striking and innovative products across various industries, including fashion, interior design, and more.