The Design Cubicle

If you are new to TDC and didn’t know — well lets just say I love me some good ol’ typography — I come from a traditional print design background where layout and typefaces were used more flexibly. With (more) recent advances in web technologies and real font integration services, such as Typekit, the web has definitely become a more beautiful and interesting place aesthetically.

I often collect and save examples of layout and typography that interests me or I find enjoyable and beautiful, so below I’ve gathered 30 websites showcasing beautiful typography and layout design for your viewing pleasures. Enjoy.
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• Typography
• Web Design

I always find myself sifting through inspiration and seeing that one website that makes me say “man, why didn’t I think of doing that!” I’m sure I’m not the only designer who thinks this way so I decided to ask my friends on Twitter what the favorite designed website currently on the web was.
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• Web Design

As with any project you start, gathering essential information upfront is not only beneficial to a successful deliverable but will also save you and your client plenty of headaches throughout the process and pave the way to a lasting and trusting relationship.
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• Web Design

Ever since launching my Information Portfolio, BrianHoff.net, I’ve received many emails with similar variations to the question “How do I become better with typography on the web?” or “Why does your type look nice on your site?”

Below are a few techniques I generally go with when styling my type and aspects I considered and incorporated while designing BrianHoff.net.
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• Typography
• Web Design