07// Exploring diverse editorial projects merging with the digital realm

Introduction
After the sixth post, the research on existing projects seemed relevant enough to continue further. Also here, different projects will be presented by focusing on how the digital realm encounters paper in these cases.

TYPE01 Magazine
TYPE01 Magazine is a publication which seamlessly merges analog and digital realms, offering readers a unique experience by integrating moving images into seemingly static pages. This innovation is made possible through the use of QR code technology, allowing users to interact with the content and access specific animations. The magazine features bold graphics, oversized typography, and captivating visuals, with the second issue exploring the world of kinetic type and its intersection with technology. The lenticular split cover, designed by Hamburg-based artist Giang Nguyen (Gydient), adds an extra layer of dynamism, creating an illusion of motion when viewed from different angles. TYPE01 Magazine embraces the ongoing transformation of print, proving that it is far from obsolete and continues to adapt to contemporary trends.

Change of perspective
In celebration of RheinMain University of Applied Sciences‘ 50th anniversary, 27 Communication Design students crafted a unique calendar titled „Change of Perspective.“ This calendar, featuring augmented reality elements, creatively represents the university’s diverse facets through visually translated interview quotes. The project received acclaim from the jury for its innovative design, seamless execution, and the engaging three-dimensional movement of illustrations, offering viewers an interactive and playful exploration of perspectives beyond the university context.

Bewerbungsbuch Kulturhauptstadt
While this book does not connect paper to devices, it tries to translate into paper the online scrolling. Hannover’s second application book for the Capital of Culture 2025 title showcases a poetic design. The 100 pages are ingeniously assembled into a 21-meter-long scroll, featuring a manifesto, diverse texts, and numerous illustrations, some reaching up to two meters in size. This unique design seamlessly merges the traditional book medium with the benefits of digital, allowing users to enjoy endless reading and effortlessly view images and graphics, akin to reading from a tablet, all protected by a striking orange capsule.

SLANTED Magazine 37 – AI
While this magazine does not focus on connecting digital and paper, it shows how AI can contribute in different creative fields, such as creation of images and typefaces.