(SMS) Studio Michael Schmitz
Einfach vegan genießen is a cookbook that promotes plant-based nutrition as both enjoyable and sustainable. Through its editorial design and visual communication, the publication makes vegan cooking accessible for a broad audience—offering practical guidance, inspiring photography, and clear design principles. The project demonstrates how communication design can translate ecological and ethical values into everyday culture.
Client: Ventil Verlag
The challenge was to design a cookbook that avoids clichés often associated with veganism and instead emphasizes pleasure, accessibility, and sustainability. The design had to balance clarity with inspiration, appealing to both newcomers and experienced cooks.
Development of a layout system that integrates recipes, images, and background information in a clear, inviting way.
Use of appetizing imagery and typography to communicate enjoyment and practicality.
Positioning vegan nutrition not as restriction, but as an attractive, future-oriented lifestyle.
The cookbook became a widely appreciated resource that broadens awareness of sustainable nutrition. By combining clear design with strong imagery, it helped normalize plant-based eating as a positive, mainstream choice. The publication strengthens the discourse on sustainability by making ethical consumption desirable and attainable.
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