Maddi Almond ©

Maddi is a book and print designer whose practice is rooted in the craft, structure, and materiality of the printed page. Her work is led by a strong typographic sensibility and a commitment to process—exploring the tactile potential of print through letterpress, bookbinding, and hands-on making. She creates thoughtful, concept-driven pieces that are precise, enduring, and built with care.

With an MA in Book Design from the University of Reading, Maddi brings a deep understanding of typographic systems and editorial structure to her work, treating the book as both a functional object and a space for visual and material exploration. Alongside her independent practice, she has worked across editorial design, brand identity, accessibility-focused communication, and international catalogue production—bringing creative depth and practical rigour to every project. She is also a member of the Worshipful Company of Stationers and Newspaper Makers, and is dedicated to meaningful, well-crafted design that honours the traditions of print while looking to its future.

Contact
maddialmond@gmail.com


02.Reading University Classics

University of Reading
English
2025
Series design

MA Project
138 x 216 mm
Colourplan scarlet leather embossed 135gsm softcover
Anjala creamy white bookwove 80gsm internals
Multi-section French link sewn

A typographic redesign of a new series of annotated literary classics, developed with a focus on clarity, structure, and typographic hierarchy. This project involved designing a flexible text system to accommodate diverse genres—prose, drama, poetry, religious texts, and parallel translations – while maintaining a cohesive series identity. Emphasis was placed on typesetting conventions, micro-typographic detailing, and the reader’s navigation of complex paratextual content. The series was designed for a mid-range market, offering accessible, well-crafted editions for general readers.

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