Spirit of Place by Oppenheim Architecture

Tra Publishing’s mission is to create books that inspire social, cultural and environmental awareness through the arts. Celebrating renowned artists and designers, these books are a new mode of expression and go beyond representing an artist’s portfolio. Tra’s design aesthetic is one of restraint, giving power to the images and words on the pages, while carefully working with bookmakers in the United States and the Netherlands to create books that are art objects in themselves. Known for their distinct passion, keen attention to detail and high quality design, Ilona Creative Studio, Tra founder’s creative consultancy firm, conceptualizes and designs each title individually creating books that beautifully illustrate each project’s story and artist’s vision. They have amplified the definition and characteristic of the “book” into a form of artistic expression. Working hand in hand, the partnership between the design studio and publisher creates a seamless transition from concept to creation of each title.