This perfect-bound book blends bold design, accessible typography, and meaningful content to celebrate Charlestown’s architectural and cultural heritage.  

This research presentation is showcasing the intersection of architecture, anthropology, and community storytelling through the lens of Green Street in Charlestown. The design and production choices reinforce its professional and archival purpose while maintaining an approachable and engaging aesthetic.

The perfect-bound format gives the book a polished and cohesive look, ideal for academic and community audiences. Its binding adds permanence, while smooth page transitions enhance functionality. Bright yellows and greens dominate the layout, symbolizing growth and resilience, while white space ensures a clean, modern aesthetic.

Rounded sans-serif fonts convey accessibility and reflect the community-focused content. Bold and colored text highlights key themes, maintaining clarity and balance.

Archival maps, documents, and photos are paired with contemporary images, highlighting Green Street’s evolving history. Captions provide context, and the mix of vintage and modern visuals creates a layered narrative.

The perfect-bound design adds weight and professionalism, elevating the book from a casual publication to a lasting artifact of Green Street’s history.

The book connects anthropology and architecture, showcasing spaces like the Boys and Girls Club and First Church as pillars of community identity. Themes of restoration and resilience emphasize continuity.