They say: “Don’t judge a book by its cover”. However, who could deny there’s a certain joy in holding a well-printed one, with high-quality sheets and vibrant colors, crafted with precision and commitment to quality. Print aesthetics play an important role in shaping our initial perceptions and, indeed, influencing our reading experience.
Last week, on January 24th, the BPIF once again celebrated the achievements of the print industry, highlighting the most remarkable examples of quality and creativity at the British Book Design and Production (BBD&P) Awards. Themed ‘Storytellers’, the event gathered around 200 guests at the De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms in London, presenting the best in British book production across 18 categories – from design to sustainability. And we were proud to be a part of it, showcasing the excellence of our cutting-edge printing technologies.
This year, we took the top award in the Trade Illustrated category, with the book “Realise Your Vision”. Designed by Milestone Creative and printed by a true printing mastermind Henning Rose (Wegner GmbH), it tells a story of our journey from the 1930s roots to becoming a print industry leader, combining customer stories, product details, and historical milestones, demonstrating precision and quality provided by the leading digital print technology.
Beyond Pages
The book has been printed using our two different presses – the Jet Press 750S and the Revoria Press PC1120 – presenting the wide color gamut of the machines. The Revoria Press PC1120, with its six-color palette, including metallics and pinks, was used to print the complex book jacket details, while the Jet Press 750S showcased its wide color gamut, accurately reproducing spot colors and vibrant images.
Check here to see the designs and find out more about the book.
The success of “Realize Your Vision” underscores our commitment to innovation and printing excellence. And it inspires us to move forward, opening new opportunities for the printing industry. Join us on the journey and stay tuned!