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This paper illustrates the use of pixelated structures as a representational medium through which design may be accomplished. In this medium, compositions are constructed from parts called pixels which are very simple. Methods to generate a design vocabulary from these parts, and establish relationships between parts to construct compositions are brought together in the framework of formal languages.
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Makkuni, R. (1986). A Pixelated Design Medium. In: Kunii, T.L. (eds) Advanced Computer Graphics. Springer, Tokyo. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-4-431-68036-9_13
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