Contents Page Layout Ideas

This design follows typical conventions of a magazine contents page layout, but also shows a few differences. It's typical to have the title at the top of the page, and then two columns of information. In this case, one being for text and the other for photos. However, the website isn't usually at the top of the page, as it's more commonly featured at the bottom of the page. Overall, I have decided that I will use this design for my contents page. This is because I like the way the text and photos are divided between two columns, making it easier for the audience to read. However, I will make some changes in the process like placing the website at the bottom of the page and moving the title into the top left hand corner of the page.

This design shows a lot more original themes for a contents page layout, as the features on the page are broken down in to smaller areas and are more spread out. For example, there are four small photos in the space of a large photo. The text is also divided into two main boxes, with one located at the top left of the page and one located at the bottom right. This design does follow typical conventions like the website being placed at the bottom of the page and title placed at the top. I have decided that I will not be using this design for my contents page layout because I believe it will be too complicated for the audience to glance over. As contents pages are often read quickly to pick out key information.

This design, like the one I anaylised above, shows originality and the typical conventions of a magazine contents page layout. The title is in the top left hand corner of the page, with the website address located at the bottom of the page. The layout its very similar to the first design, of which I chose to use for my contents page layout, except for this time the image and text columns have been swapped around. I think it looks good, but the images are more eye-catching on the right hand side of the page. Therefore, I have decided I wont be using this design for my contents page layout. However, I will be combining some of the features shown on this design, in the one that I am using for the final layout.