LayoutEntwurfs
LayoutEntwurfs is a German design term that denotes the early stage of composing visual arrangements for a project. It covers the exploration of spatial relationships, typographic hierarchy, grid systems, margins, and overall composition before final design decisions are made. The word combines Layout, referring to the arrangement of visual elements, with Entwurf, meaning draft or concept.
The term is used across multiple fields, including graphic design, publishing, web and app design, and architectural
The typical process starts with a brief and constraints, followed by rapid generation of multiple options,
Tools range from traditional pencil sketches to digital methods such as grid-based layouts, vector graphics, and
Principles central to LayoutEntwurfs include grid systems, hierarchy, alignment, contrast, and consistency. It functions as a
See also: layout, grid system, typographic hierarchy, wireframe, draft, prototyping.