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Common Works is a multi-disciplinary design practice led by an award-winning editorial and publication designer. With 5+ years of industry experience, we operate at the intersection of intentional branding and sophisticated book design. Our practice is grounded in a deep respect for typography, structural pacing, and the tactile nature of print. We don't just layout pages; we architect content to turn complex narratives into beautiful, physical objects and cohesive brand identities. Common Works brings a distinct editorial sensibility to both the brand space and the book world. Our sweet spot is the "text-heavy but beautiful"—publications that require rigorous structural intelligence and high-end aesthetics (think Critical Coast — the most beautiful book in the world 2024, artist books, artist monographs, and independent magazines). Because we have also written and published our own books, we bring a rare firsthand understanding of the entire publishing ecosystem, from authorial intent to tactile print production. We are currently open to commissions for holistic branding systems and editorial/book design projects. If you value conceptual thinking, beautiful design, and typographic care, let’s build something. Drop us a message to discuss your project.…Common Works is a multi-disciplinary design practice led by an award-winning editorial and publication designer. With 5+ years of industry experience, we operate at the intersection of intentional branding and sophisticated book design. Our practice is grounded in a deep respect for typography, structural pacing, and the tactile nature of print. We don't just layout pages; we architect content to turn complex narratives into beautiful, physical objects and cohesive brand identities. Common Works brings a distinct editorial sensibility to both the brand space and the book world. Our sweet spot is the "text-heavy but beautiful"—publications that require rigorous structural intelligence and high-end aesthetics (think Critical Coast — the most beautiful book in the world 2024, artist books, artist monographs, and independent magazines). Because we have also written and published our own books, we bring a rare firsthand understanding of the entire publishing ecosystem, from authorial intent to tactile print production. We are currently open to commissions for holistic branding systems and editorial/book design projects. If you value conceptual thinking, beautiful design, and typographic care, let’s build something. Drop us a message to discuss your project.

Krista Barnaby

Art Director, Brand Designer, Creative Director, +6

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Common Works is a multi-disciplinary design practice led by an award-winning editorial and publication designer. With 5+ years of industry experience, we operate at the intersection of intentional branding and sophisticated book design. Our practice is grounded in a deep respect for typography, structural pacing, and the tactile nature of print. We don't just layout pages; we architect content to turn complex narratives into beautiful, physical objects and cohesive brand identities. Common Works brings a distinct editorial sensibility to both the brand space and the book world. Our sweet spot is the "text-heavy but beautiful"—publications that require rigorous structural intelligence and high-end aesthetics (think Critical Coast — the most beautiful book in the world 2024, artist books, artist monographs, and independent magazines). Because we have also written and published our own books, we bring a rare firsthand understanding of the entire publishing ecosystem, from authorial intent to tactile print production. We are currently open to commissions for holistic branding systems and editorial/book design projects. If you value conceptual thinking, beautiful design, and typographic care, let’s build something. Drop us a message to discuss your project.…Common Works is a multi-disciplinary design practice led by an award-winning editorial and publication designer. With 5+ years of industry experience, we operate at the intersection of intentional branding and sophisticated book design. Our practice is grounded in a deep respect for typography, structural pacing, and the tactile nature of print. We don't just layout pages; we architect content to turn complex narratives into beautiful, physical objects and cohesive brand identities. Common Works brings a distinct editorial sensibility to both the brand space and the book world. Our sweet spot is the "text-heavy but beautiful"—publications that require rigorous structural intelligence and high-end aesthetics (think Critical Coast — the most beautiful book in the world 2024, artist books, artist monographs, and independent magazines). Because we have also written and published our own books, we bring a rare firsthand understanding of the entire publishing ecosystem, from authorial intent to tactile print production. We are currently open to commissions for holistic branding systems and editorial/book design projects. If you value conceptual thinking, beautiful design, and typographic care, let’s build something. Drop us a message to discuss your project.

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Common Works is a multi-disciplinary design practice led by an award-winning editorial and publication designer. With 5+ years of industry experience, we operate at the intersection of intentional branding and sophisticated book design. Our practice is grounded in a deep respect for typography, structural pacing, and the tactile nature of print. We don’t just layout pages; we architect content to turn complex narratives into beautiful, physical objects and cohesive brand identities.

Common Works brings a distinct editorial sensibility to both the brand space and the book world. Our sweet spot is the “text-heavy but beautiful”—publications that require rigorous structural intelligence and high-end aesthetics (think Critical Coast — the most beautiful book in the world 2024, artist books, artist monographs, and independent magazines). Because we have also written and published our own books, we bring a rare firsthand understanding of the entire publishing ecosystem, from authorial intent to tactile print production.

We are currently open to commissions for holistic branding systems and editorial/book design projects. If you value conceptual thinking, beautiful design, and typographic care, let’s build something. Drop us a message to discuss your project.