Jul 04, 2005. /Lesprom Network/. The ZANDERS ikono Showbook, a stunning collection of the best of current graphic design, has itself won a coveted iF (Industry Forum) design award. The showbook has been awarded a prestigious Communications Design prize of the well-established awards (started in 1954). The ZANDERS ikono Showbook was selected as a winner from 1,000 entries from 34 countries. Winners of the iF awards receive a trophy – a sculpture based on the letterforms, iF – at the September awards ceremony. The ZANDERS ikono Showbook is a 168-page compendium showcasing the very best in graphic design. It features the finest works of 50 outstanding graphic designers from around the world – as judged by an independent top-class jury. The stunning collection offers a unique range of inspirational design ideas for anyone working in the printed media. Of course, the book also demonstrates the excellent qualities of ZANDERS ikono, a range of top-quality coated fine papers, manufactured by M-real Zanders Gohrsmühle mill in Germany. Ideally suited for graphic end uses such as corporate reports, calendars, brochures, posters and illustrated books, it is available in matt, silk or gloss, and from 115 to 300 g/m2. The ZANDERS ikono specials are offered in gold, silver and bronze in 150g/m² and 250 g/m².