Recently while mulling over a new design for a magazine layout, I once again found myself going through stacks and stacks of periodicals. I was looking at the current trends, what works and what doesn’t. What I discovered was a growing popularity with split column design.

This new trend actually features columns set it different widths. Let’s face it, symmetry is BORING. By creating a two column layout of varying widths, you can add visual interest to otherwise stuffy content.

Look at these examples below:

Equal Column Layout

Split Columns

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