If you look at the outer hull of commercial ships, you might find a painted circle bisected with a long horizontal line. This marking is called the load line, or as I prefer, the Plimsoll line. This simple graphic design … <a href="http://99percentinvisible.prx.org/2011/08/04/99-invisible-33-a-cheer-for-samuel-plimsoll/" target="_blank">Continue reading →</a>
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99% Invisible

A Cheer for Samuel Plimsoll

Design is everywhere in our lives, perhaps most importantly in the places where we've just stopped noticing. 99% Invisible is a weekly exploration of the process and power of design and architecture. From award winning producer Roman Mars. Learn more at 99percentinvisible.org.