{"product_id":"design-basics-9th-edition-mindtap-course-list-pentak-stephen-author-lauer-david-author","title":"Design Basics (9th Edition) (Mindtap Course List)  Pentak, Stephen (Author) , Lauer, David (Author)","description":"\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"101alye\" data-start=\"121\" data-end=\"144\"\u003e📘 Book Information\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"145\" data-end=\"374\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1gr813t\" data-start=\"145\" data-end=\"187\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"147\" data-end=\"157\"\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Design Basics (9th Edition)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1rookgx\" data-start=\"188\" data-end=\"234\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"190\" data-end=\"201\"\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stephen Pentak, David A. Lauer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"181dhqc\" data-start=\"235\" data-end=\"270\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"237\" data-end=\"251\"\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cengage Learning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1il3iuf\" data-start=\"271\" data-end=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"273\" data-end=\"294\"\u003ePublication Year:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2015\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"wxs3n0\" data-start=\"302\" data-end=\"327\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"304\" data-end=\"315\"\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Paperback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1kfi69v\" data-start=\"328\" data-end=\"346\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"330\" data-end=\"340\"\u003ePages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 320\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"10cxpfi\" data-start=\"347\" data-end=\"374\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"349\" data-end=\"358\"\u003eISBN:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9781285858227\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"376\" data-end=\"379\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"7d5qvj\" data-start=\"381\" data-end=\"403\"\u003e📖 About this Book\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"404\" data-end=\"674\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"404\" data-end=\"421\"\u003eDesign Basics\u003c\/strong\u003e is a leading introductory textbook that clearly explains the fundamental principles and elements of visual design. Filled with hundreds of high-quality examples, it helps students understand how design concepts are applied in real-world compositions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"676\" data-end=\"895\"\u003eThe book begins with the design process and core principles such as unity, emphasis, proportion, balance, and rhythm. It then explores essential design elements including line, shape, texture, space, value, and color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"897\" data-end=\"1127\"\u003eEach concept is presented in concise two- to four-page spreads, making it highly practical and easy to reference during studio work. This structure allows students to immediately apply what they learn to their own design projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1129\" data-end=\"1132\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"gbev9j\" data-start=\"1134\" data-end=\"1158\"\u003e📑 Table of Contents\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1159\" data-end=\"1190\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1159\" data-end=\"1188\"\u003ePart I: Design Principles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col data-start=\"1191\" data-end=\"1302\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"mp9tfn\" data-start=\"1191\" data-end=\"1210\"\u003eDesign Process\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1qmvfqe\" data-start=\"1211\" data-end=\"1221\"\u003eUnity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"v2j1c\" data-start=\"1222\" data-end=\"1251\"\u003eEmphasis and Focal Point\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"xuve5s\" data-start=\"1252\" data-end=\"1277\"\u003eScale and Proportion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1q1z8u0\" data-start=\"1278\" data-end=\"1290\"\u003eBalance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ys789b\" data-start=\"1291\" data-end=\"1302\"\u003eRhythm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1304\" data-end=\"1462\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1304\" data-end=\"1332\"\u003ePart II: Design Elements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1332\" data-end=\"1335\"\u003e7. Line\u003cbr data-start=\"1342\" data-end=\"1345\"\u003e8. Shape \/ Volume\u003cbr data-start=\"1362\" data-end=\"1365\"\u003e9. Pattern and Texture\u003cbr data-start=\"1387\" data-end=\"1390\"\u003e10. Illusion of Space\u003cbr data-start=\"1411\" data-end=\"1414\"\u003e11. Illusion of Motion\u003cbr data-start=\"1436\" data-end=\"1439\"\u003e12. Value\u003cbr data-start=\"1448\" data-end=\"1451\"\u003e13. Color\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1464\" data-end=\"1467\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"8lbtii\" data-start=\"1469\" data-end=\"1493\"\u003e📝 Editorial Reviews\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1494\" data-end=\"1683\"\u003e“Filled with hundreds of stunning examples of successful two-dimensional design, this how-to book explains design theory and gives students the tools needed to create successful designs.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1685\" data-end=\"1803\"\u003e“Concepts are presented in full two- to four-page spreads, making the text practical and easy to use while working.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1805\" data-end=\"1940\"\u003eThis textbook is widely recognized not only as a theoretical foundation but also as a highly practical guide for studio-based learning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1942\" data-end=\"1945\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"mfnchh\" data-start=\"1947\" data-end=\"1970\"\u003e🎓 Course Relevance\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1971\" data-end=\"2047\"\u003eThis book is used as a primary or recommended text in the following courses:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2049\" data-end=\"2341\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"9lk3w1\" data-start=\"2049\" data-end=\"2158\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2051\" data-end=\"2094\"\u003eARCH121 – 2D Design \/ Computer Graphics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2094\" data-end=\"2097\"\u003e→ Foundations of visual composition and design principles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1opmwz6\" data-start=\"2160\" data-end=\"2265\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2162\" data-end=\"2199\"\u003eGraphic Design Foundation Courses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2199\" data-end=\"2202\"\u003e→ Core training in color, composition, and visual structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ebl6q2\" data-start=\"2267\" data-end=\"2341\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2269\" data-end=\"2300\"\u003eIntroductory Studio Courses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2300\" data-end=\"2303\"\u003e→ Project-based design development\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2343\" data-end=\"2485\"\u003eIt plays a critical role in helping students develop visual literacy and a strong foundation for both architecture and graphic design studies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2487\" data-end=\"2490\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"17rdyv5\" data-start=\"2492\" data-end=\"2508\"\u003e✨ Hesed Note\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2509\" data-end=\"2643\"\u003eThis book has been carefully selected as a foundational resource for students beginning their journey in design and visual thinking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2645\" data-end=\"2884\"\u003e✨ Your purchase provides one week of course materials for a Hesed student.\u003cbr data-start=\"2719\" data-end=\"2722\"\u003e📖 Handpicked by Hesed University faculty as essential reading for our programs.\u003cbr data-start=\"2802\" data-end=\"2805\"\u003e🕊️ All proceeds directly support the mission and growth of Hesed University.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cengage Learning","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47719705051354,"sku":null,"price":193.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0787\/7469\/8202\/files\/61td1LddhfL._SL1000.jpg?v=1774913691","url":"https:\/\/hesedbookstore.org\/products\/design-basics-9th-edition-mindtap-course-list-pentak-stephen-author-lauer-david-author","provider":"Hesed BookStore","version":"1.0","type":"link"}