Factory Records, in all its graphic glory.

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This first retrospective of Peter Saville’s work coincides with the publication of a lavish book, Designed By Peter Saville. Voted Best Graphic Designer in a recent peer poll, it seems clear that an entire generation of artists have been influenced by his work.

As Art Director and co-founder of Factory Records in the 70s/80s, Saville’s startling sleeves for Joy Division and New Order managed to intuitively capture the mood of a new musical wave. These are shown in all their deconstructed glory: the original Pantone codes for Power, Corruption & Lies; the floppy disk from a sequencer which inspired the pop art tribute sleeve for Blue Monday; and the architectural observations which informed the cross-cultural references of Atmosphere.

Much has been made of Saville’s use of semiotics and “borrowed” images, yet what really comes across in this beautifully constructed exhibition is the sense that he was a master of his source material, rather than a slave to it. James Rutledge 06 June 03

The Peter Saville Show, at the Design Museum, London until 14 September 03. Entry is £6, £4 concs. Contact the museum on 020 7940 8790.

New Order's specially recorded soundtrack for exhibition will be available on CD from the museum.