Our design for the Facets Faces Stäedelschule Book Design revisits classic book design, exploring themes of identity, fragmentation, and (in)visibility. Developed by CTP – Conversation Taking Place, this creative publication showcases the diverse work of Staedelschule Frankfurt students through a distinctive visual identity and modular design system.
The design combines a modular grid layout with bold typography and dynamic image placement. This allows for flexible presentation of varied content while maintaining cohesion and a strong visual narrative throughout the publication.
The book’s concept delves into ideas of identity, fragmentation, and (in)visibility, themes that resonate deeply with the student works presented. This exploration is reflected in the layout and visual treatment, encouraging readers to engage with the complex narratives.
The Facets Faces Stäedelschule Book Design features a wide range of media and artistic disciplines, highlighting the richness and diversity of the students’ creative output. The publication balances visual impact with readability to ensure an engaging reader experience.
At CTP, we specialize in creating publication designs that blend strong visual storytelling with clarity and structure. Our approach ensures content is both aesthetically compelling and accessible.
Explore more on CTP’s homepage. To learn more about the school, visit Städelschule Frankfurt.















Facets, Faces
This book design disrupts conventions through typographic fragmentation —embracing widows, orphans, and delayed hyphenation— to mirror curatorial themes of identity and invisibility. Its design challenges the notion of a “well-made” book, mirroring the exhibition’s conceptual tension.
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