The Project
Verandah is Deakin University’s long-running literary and art journal, produced annually by a multidisciplinary student team. For Edition 40, I worked as part of the design team to develop the visual identity, refine the overarching concept, and design the full publication layout. The project included print, digital, and promotional assets, all working together to celebrate the milestone 40th edition.
The Goal
The goal was to create a cohesive and meaningful layout that reflected the edition’s theme while honouring Verandah’s long history. We needed a design direction that supported a wide range of content, and translated consistently.
The Outcome
The final design system for Verandah 40 balanced clarity, functionality, and reader engagement. Wide margins were intentionally incorporated throughout the publication to hold author bios, contextual notes, and space for readers to annotate, allowing the journal to evolve over time as it’s read, shared, and revisited. This approach created a publication that felt both curated and interactive.
