Say your story.
Books are eternal, books are beautiful.
They have withstood the test of time, and the will remain a tactile source of inspiration and knowledge.
Our tribute to book design is manifested below.
Aroma Kitchen by Manuel
200 x 200mm | Year 2000 | 190 pages | Soft cover with matt lamination and Spot UV effect
A collection of recipe books by renowned TV personality and chef Emanuel Aquilina. The design - in its choice of colours and dynamic photography reflect the young and energetic character of the author. The book is made up of two different types of paper - uncoated for the initial sections, and coated for the actual recipe pages. Two editions of the book were created, and it was important to maintain a design consistency between them.
At Home in Malta
200 x 200mm | Year 2000 | 190 pages | Hard cover with dust jacket
This book, published by Miranda Publishers, is a collection of beautiful households in Malta and Gozo, immortally pictured by Jonathan Beacom. The format of the book - which is printed on semi-gloss paper - renders tribute to these magnificent residences which vary from Palazzos to rustic homes.
Liturgija tas-Sighat
200 x 200mm | Year 2000 | 190 pages | Hard cover in leather effect with gold foil
Just when you thought you did them all, this project turns up, and it is a challenge in itself. A prayer book, with a very regimental typesetting layout, printed throughout in two colours. Albeit a very specific and limited job, this book is a joy to handle.
Joseph Casha: Fantasy & Reality
200 x 200mm | Year 2000 | 190 pages | Hard cover with dust jacket
This book is a collection of the lifetime of works of the late Maltese artist Joseph Casha. A thorough library of all his paintings and sculptures, photographed and displayed in very high quality, together with a retrospective on his origins and history.
My Century
200 x 200mm | Year 2000 | 190 pages | Printed hard cover in CMYK
This set of books is the English version of the reknown ‘Rajt Malta Tinbidel’ by Herbert Ganado. Translated and published by the late Dr Michael Refalo, the set of 8 books is brought together by the colour palette that distinguishes each volume, and the collective effect of the book name on the spines is very impressive.
A Universal Language
200 x 200mm | Year 2000 | 190 pages | Soft cover with matt lamination and additional flap for reinforcement
One of our most recent projects, this book is a mix between a text book and an educational book, aimed at generations of adults and youngsters dealing with the aftermath of divorce. Presented in a colourful way, with large colourful illustrations and minimal text, it engages with the reader with its colourful play of different fonts and bright palette which was a reflection of what the author had in mind.
European Studies Information Booklet
200 x 200mm | Year 2000 | 190 pages | Hard cover binder with rings for drilled loose inserts
The scope of this text book was that of assisting university students in their European studies course. The idea that the book was designed with loose inserts as opposed to a hard bound version was derived from the fact that it needed to be updated on a regular basis, and also because part of it is for notes.
The Pleasures of Gardening in the Maltese Islands
200 x 200mm | Year 2000 | 190 pages | Hard cover with dust jacket
The lovechild of well-known entrepreneur and gardening enthusiast, Maurice Mizzi, this book is a month by month study of the flora that adorns the Maltese islands. Apart from depicting hundreds of photographs of beautiful plants, trees and flowers, the book acts as a guide to all those interested in knowing more not only about the plants themselves, but also about how to take care of them throughout the year.
Celebrating 20 Years of the Malta Jazz Festival
200 x 200mm | Year 2000 | 190 pages | Printed hard cover with additional dust jacket both in two spot colours with additional spot UV varnish
The design of this book manifests in many ways the colourful and artistic photography captured by 4 of Malta’s leading photographers. The design of the book - partially printed on uncoated paper and the rest on semi-coated paper is a lively representation the complements the vibrant nature of its subject, i.e. jazz.
The National Portrait Gallery of Malta
200 x 200mm | Year 2000 | 190 pages | Hard cover with additional dust jacket
This is probably one of the largest books we ever worked on. Its sheer size and volume is a true reflection of this. The first of an upcoming set of books that puts together portraits of persons that have lived in Malta or who are Maltese, in a way that the artwork is appreciated in all its beauty - be it an oil painting, a sketch or any other form of drawing. An immense project indeed.
Voices: We Want More
200 x 200mm | Year 2000 | 190 pages | Soft cover with matt lamination and silver foil, with additional flap
Voices is an established voluntary organisation that amongst other things held concerts every two years to collect funds for specific missions. The idea of putting together a book that represented the 20 years of concerts was interpreted in a very colourful and bright way, to match the enthusiasm and the vibrant sentiments the manifestation brought about every time it was held. A true joy.
Imagine 18
200 x 200mm | Year 2000 | 190 pages | Soft cover with matt lamination and Spot UV effect, with additional wrapper in corrugated board and sticker
When the V18 committee was guaranteed the nomination of Valletta as European Capital of Culture in 2018, it was required to present a document to the EU to explain the concept behind Malta’s candidature, and also to outline the policies behind the organisers’ forecast. A technical document which needed to be presented in an unusually interesting way.
The South-East Region: Core of a Nation State
200 x 200mm | Year 2000 | 190 pages | Printed hard cover with additional slip case printed to match
This larger book brings together a collection of valuable information related to all the towns and villages forming part of the ‘Regjun Xlokk’ - represented by the Association of Local Councils of the South-East of Malta. The book carries not only hundreds of photographs, all carried out by Rene Rossignaud, but it also offers its readers a different perspective into the history, geo-culture and trades and traditions of this area of the island.
Myanmar: Let the Journey Begin
200 x 200mm | Year 2000 | 190 pages | Hard cover with spot UV lamination and gold foil
This book, published by ID Solutions, forms part of a more global branding strategy which launched Myanmar as the organiser and host of the World Economic Forum in ?. The image represented on the cover was carried out on all the other branding material which was also entrusted to Box-Design, thanks to ID Solutions. The book is in actual fact a pictorial collection of the colours of life in Myanmar.
100 Years of Enterprise - The History of Alf Mizzi & Sons
200 x 200mm | Year 2000 | 190 pages | Hard cover with dust jacket
On their centennial anniverary, Alf Mizzi & Sons wanted to publish a book that brought together the history of this prestigious local enterprise, which spans its roots into every section of society. The book brings together the company’s humble beginnings, and flows into its middle years right into the present and the future. Hundreds of photographs embellish the pages which also carry very useful information
Other Books
The list of books we have designed goes on. Whatever shape or size or format, we always put in all our energy to make sure that the end product is a reflection of what the author or publisher originally had in mind.