This Vladimir Krichevsky's essay explores the essence of a book spread, treating it as a dual graphical space. The author examines various dimensions of book design, from interesting ‘layout puzzles’ and compositional challenges to the logic behind illustration placement. Vladimir Krichevsky reflects on what makes spreads dull or appealing, using his own books as case studies. His accompanying self-commentary is particularly valuable, as it offers a glimpse into inner workings of a designer’s craft.

Co-published with Smena and ABCdesign.