AIGA Design Archives
Encompassing tens of thousands of records and growing, AIGA Design Archives is one of the richest online resources available to those who practice, study and appreciate great design.
AIGA, the professional association for design, is where design professionals exchange ideas and information, participate in critical analysis and research, and advance education and ethical practices. With over 20,000 records, 50,000 images, and 300 collections, the AIGA Design Archives is a portal for students, a vast resource for educators, and a mecca for designers. The archival selections are colorful and eclectic, featuring posters, book design, information graphics, logotypes, packaging, and typography from almost a century of American design. The site presents nothing less than the evolution of an art form.
The first iteration of the Design Archives was created by Second Story in 2005. In early 2009, AIGA again collaborated with the studio to re-envision the Web site. The redesign incorporates myriad tools for browsing and offers endless possibilities for discovery. A visitor could search for the designer “Milton Glaser,” display the results in a grid, a list, slide-show or detail view, and then share the records through social media. Faceted filters allow any search to be quickly drilled down to the most relevant results. Whether the site is experienced on a wide-screen monitor or on a small device, the layout will reflow to suit the browser’s window size.