Welcome to aboutdesign

aboutdesign is the on-going project to collate together research matter, imagery and design-related resources for the design industry.

aboutDesign offers the most comprehensive glossary of terms, abreviations and techniques. Compiled with the help of The London college of printing, the glossary holds a constantly updated list of references for you to search.

Resources offers access to the best source material on the web, including font searches, image services and software product databases.

Our directory section puts you in touch with the companies you need to find, from recruitment to paper, from training to industry bodies. We have built up a list of companies, but

Search the glossary

Our glossary of design terms is growing all of the time. Enter a keyword and search the database for an explanation and a little history that may surprise you.

Search the Uk Business database

[Currently off-line]

This section is a collection of design-related businesses in the graphic design, pre-press and print industry.

Search the resources database

[Currently off-line]

Our resource section is a collection of design-related businesses that directly serve the graphic design, pre-press and print industry.