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Better World Report

A redesign of Herman Miller's annual sustainability publication, restructuring its data visualizations so y-axis direction reads consistently (up means good), chart types match narrative intent, and inflection points carry context — not just coordinates.

Herman Miller — 2017

Stacked area chart illustrating the cumulative growth of environmental, community, and inclusiveness & diversity initiatives from 1953 to 1991, showcasing Herman Miller's progression in sustainability-focused initiatives.
Herman Miller Initiative Growth Visualization
A data visualization chart tracking the growth of environmental, community, and inclusiveness initiatives at Herman Miller from 1953 to 1991, highlighting key milestones in their sustainability journey.
Sustainability Initiatives Growth Visualization
A line chart presenting environmental metrics (hazardous waste, air emissions, and landfill/total waste) across years, with annotations explaining operational factors impacting waste management goals.
Herman Miller Better World Report Data Visualization
A timeline infographic detailing Herman Miller’s 10-year environmental commitments, showcasing key milestones like launching Earthright and Ecomedes alongside performance metrics such as water use, waste reduction, and product certifications from 2013 to 2018.
Herman Miller Earthright Initiative Timeline
Brand Design Marvin de Jong
Brand Creative Director Emily C M Anderson

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A book spread featuring a vibrant abstract illustration juxtaposed with minimalist typography exploring ambiguity in writing practices. A book cover design for 'Canada' by Richard Ford features bold uppercase typography against a gradient background, emphasizing typographic hierarchy and color contrast to highlight the title and author while conveying the book's literary prestige.