Lien Foundation Report 2016-2017, George’s Anatomy

ᴘʀᴏᴊᴇᴄᴛ ᴛɪᴛʟᴇ: Lien Foundation Report 2015-17 (George’s Anatomy)
ʏᴇᴀʀ: 2018
ᴅᴇꜱɪɢɴᴇʀ: Couple
ᴛᴇᴄʜɴɪᴄᴀʟ ʜɪɢʜʟɪɢʜᴛ: Round back case make, round book block and back glue exposed stitch, 
mount book on cover

Lien Foundation Report 2015–17: George’s Anatomy reimagines what a report can be—transforming it into a tactile and visual exploration of the human body. Conceptually driven and materially rich, the publication draws parallels between anatomy and construction—what lies beneath, what holds, and what is revealed.

Designed by Couple, the book pushes the boundaries of conventional bookmaking. A round back case binding paired with a Swiss-bound structure creates an unusual tension between precision and exposure—where the spine, typically concealed, is instead expressed through exposed stitching.

Material choices further deepen this narrative. From textile-based cover stocks to layered inserts, each component contributes to a sense of depth and discovery—mirroring the complexity of anatomy itself.

Realising this vision came with its challenges. Aligning imagery across acrylic and print required exacting precision. Engineering a rounded spine within a Swiss bind pushed structural limits. Even the acrylic slipcase had to be carefully bent to mirror the book’s form—without compromising clarity. Finishing details, like glow-in-the-dark endpapers, added yet another layer of technical complexity.