Macguffin Zine – “Plugged In”
This project explores the design potential of the mundane by transforming an everyday object into the central focus of a publication. I selected a standard power cord—an item we often overlook—as my "Macguffin," using it as the visual and conceptual anchor for the zine. Through careful observation of its structure, function, and symbolism, I developed a design strategy that reflects themes of connection, power, and reliance on technology.
The final deliverable is an 8-page saddle-stitched zine that showcases consistent file preparation and preflighting. It features the thoughtful integration of two typefaces, clean typographic hierarchy, and a cohesive visual language rooted in the object’s physical characteristics.