Non-designers Design Book Apr 2026

Use space between unrelated groups to signal where one topic ends and another begins.

Alignment ensures that every element on a page has a visual connection with something else, avoiding a "scattered" look. Non-Designers Design Book

While common, centered alignment often looks weak or "dull." Try left or right-justified text for a stronger, more sophisticated edge. Use space between unrelated groups to signal where

Bold fonts, specific bullet point styles, colors, or spatial relationships. avoiding a "scattered" look. While common

Every item should have some visual tie to another element on the page.

If two items (fonts, colors, sizes) aren't the same, make them distinct.

Think of an invisible line connecting your text and images. 4. Proximity