Universal Principles of Storytelling for Designers: 100 Key Concepts for Bringing Good Ideas to Life

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Lyle H. Sandler George Bokhua

Universal Principles of Storytelling for Designers

100 Key Concepts for Bringing Good Ideas to Life

Lyle H. Sandler, George Bokhua

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Rockport Publishers Inc.
19 June 2025

History of Art & Design Styles; Industrial: Commercial Art & Design; Graphic design; Product design

Series: Rockport Universal

Unlock the power of storytelling in design with Universal Principles of Storytelling for Designers.

This essential reference offers a comprehensive exploration of storytelling techniques tailored specifically for designers. By integrating classic narrative elements-such as character, conflict, and resolution-into visual work, you can create more engaging and impactful projects.

In Universal Principles of Storytelling for Designers, interdisciplinary designer, innovator, and anthropologist Lyle Sandler covers:

Character Development: How to craft relatable and memorable personas in visual narratives.

Plot Structure: Techniques for creating compelling arcs and engaging storylines.

Emotional Resonance: Leveraging emotions to connect with the audience on a deeper level.

Visual Storytelling: Utilizing design elements like color, typography, and composition to convey meaning and enhance the narrative. The book is rich with examples from various design disciplines, including graphic design, UX/UI, and illustration. Sandler's expertise and accessible writing style make complex concepts easy to understand and apply.

Universal Principles of Storytelling for Designers is not just another design book; it's a guide to transforming your design work into unforgettable stories. By mastering these storytelling principles, you can create designs that not only look good but also resonate deeply with your audience.

The titles in the Rockport Universal series offer comprehensive and authoritative information and edifying and inspiring visual examples on multidisciplinary subjects for designers, architects, engineers, students, and anyone who is interested in expanding and enriching their design knowledge.

By: Lyle H. Sandler
Illustrated by: George Bokhua
Imprint: Rockport Publishers Inc.
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 254mm, Width: 216mm,
Weight: 1.012kg
ISBN: 9780760392461
ISBN 10: 0760392463
Series: Rockport Universal
Pages: 216
Publication Date: 19 June 2025
Audience: Professional and scholarly , Undergraduate
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Forthcoming

Lyle Sandler is an interdisciplinary designer, innovator, and anthropologist. He assists organizations, corporate leaders, and governments in designing products, services, and experiences that drive new forms of value in anticipation of future human needs. He is currently the Chief Design Officer at Aon Corporation, overseeing the design of products and services across all business units. Lyle is exploring innovative techniques that enable humans to efficiently interact with large volumes of data, including the creation of non-language, multi-sensory, progressive storytelling. He resides in Morganville, New Jersey, where he continues to inspire designers through his writing and teaching.

Reviews for Universal Principles of Storytelling for Designers: 100 Key Concepts for Bringing Good Ideas to Life

""An ideal DIY study that will be of particular value to readers with an interest in advertising development and graphic design techniques."" * Midwest Book Review *