# Design literacy notes

> CAPS-aligned study notes for Design literacy in Grade 11 Design. Browse the sections below for explanations, worked examples and exam preparation.

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## Sections in Design literacy

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- [Typography: structure, font and styling](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-11/design/notes/design-literacy/typography-structure-font-and-styling) — Content pending.
- [Gestalt theory in design](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-11/design/notes/design-literacy/gestalt-theory-in-design) — Content pending.
- [Universal principles of design](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-11/design/notes/design-literacy/universal-principles-of-design) — Content pending.

## Other Design topics

- [Design in a socio-cultural context](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-11/design/notes/design-in-a-socio-cultural-context)
- [The design process](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-11/design/notes/the-design-process)
- [Arts and Crafts movement](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-11/design/notes/arts-and-crafts-movement)
- [Art Nouveau](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-11/design/notes/art-nouveau)
- [Bauhaus](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-11/design/notes/bauhaus)
- [Art Deco](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-11/design/notes/art-deco)
- [De Stijl and Modernism](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-11/design/notes/de-stijl-and-modernism)
- [Design in a socio-cultural and environmental context](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-11/design/notes/design-in-a-socio-cultural-and-environmental-context)
- [Design practical and PAT exhibition](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-11/design/notes/design-practical-and-pat-exhibition)

## Frequently asked questions

### What is covered in Design literacy for Grade 11 Design?

The Design literacy section covers all key concepts from the Grade 11 Design CAPS curriculum, including detailed explanations, worked examples, and exam preparation tips.

### Are the Design literacy notes free?

Yes. Each section has a free preview, and a free Hlayiso account lets you read the full notes.

### How do these notes help with exam preparation?

Our Design literacy notes are CAPS-aligned and include worked examples, common mistakes to avoid, and exam tips — everything you need to prepare for your Grade 11 Design exams.

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