Movements at the Margins of Public Space

Concept
This book isn’t just about movement; it moves itself. It meanders through thoughts and drawings, questions and discoveries, becoming a series of choreographies rooted in the ordinary. With each page, Mariken Overdijk shows that a work of art is never a standalone event—it’s a spark, a gesture that, no matter how small, can reshape lives.

What did we create?
In response to the book’s themes—bodies in space, wandering, searching—we designed a publication that physically embodies those ideas. We selected a Japanese folding technique to introduce layers and margins that invite exploration. Hidden within the folds are hand-drawn works by Mariken, only visible if the reader peers inside. The translucent paper reveals faint outlines of the drawings beneath the surface, sparking curiosity and a desire to look closer. This interaction felt like the perfect metaphor for the hidden movements and layers within public and private space. The book becomes a tactile journey, asking readers to slow down, wander, and explore what’s just beneath the surface.

Sparkles
Designing The City as Anthology was a special experience—it’s not often that the form of a book can so closely echo its content. This project gave me the chance to make the act of reading an exploration in itself. The folded pages, subtle shadows, and layered visuals all reflect the poetic wandering and thoughtful choreography that runs throughout Mariken’s work. It’s a quiet book, but one that whispers to you to keep discovering.