Inside Zed, Typotheque’s 500‑style family that turns legibility research into a global type system
Since its launch in 1999, Typotheque has defined itself by a continued commitment to language, designing for world scripts, from the dominant writing systems of
Risk, play and criticality: What Falmouth University’s collaboration with Birmingham Design Festival teaches future creatives
When society, markets, and culture zigzag at unprecedented speed, how does design keep up? And how does design education — preparing the next generations of
How Chisaokwu Joboson Is Redefining African Typography Through Touki Grotesk
In recent years, conversations around type design have intensified— geographically, culturally, and conceptually. Yet much of the industry’s foundation still leans on inherited systems, often
Custom Type, Reimagined: Type Department × Newglyph
The way brands access type is changing. Previously, the choice has been binary: off-the-shelf fonts designed for mass use, or fully bespoke commissions built from
CoType’s Mark Bloom on softening Aeonik’s edges for a more youthful look
CoType has evolved its neo-grotesque workhorse with Aeonik Soft, featuring subtly curved corners that bring warmth, playfulness, and impressive versatility. Aeonik Soft’s Starting Point “Like
Relentless Momentum: The Explosive Identity of Young Guns 23
When The One Club for Creativity approached Khyati Trehan to design the visual identity for ADC Young Guns 23, it marked a full-circle moment. Founded
TYPEONE Magazine Issue 09: Exploring the Intersections of Packaging, Food, and Typography
TYPEONE Magazine returns with a compelling and thought-provoking editorial curated by the brilliant Norwegian design studio, Olsson Barbieri. This issue ventures beyond traditional design conversations,
From Expressive Experiments to Aesthetic Extremes, Rosetta Type’s Latest Releases From Signify an Exciting Shift in Pace
Typeface design is the industry that knows how to challenge, question, and play with the infinite possibilities of a seemingly finite number of global glyphs.
20 Type Designers & Type Foundries to Watch in 2024
Year on year, the landscape of type design becomes ever more dynamic and vibrant, as new voices emerge and established ones continue to innovate. And
Graphic Design & Typography
Relentless Momentum: The Explosive Identity of Young Guns 23
When The One Club for Creativity approached Khyati Trehan to design the visual identity for ADC Young Guns 23, it marked a full-circle moment. Founded
When a Studio Becomes the Message: Inside Teleport
Teleport sits in an interesting space between studio and self-authored platform. Founded by four collaborators who chose to regroup and recalibrate during the disruptions of
New Intake Now Open: 7 Reasons to Apply to LABASAD’s Creative Master Programs for October/November 2025
Is it finally time to pursue the creative career you’ve always wanted? Or give your current work a much-needed boost? LABASAD (Barcelona School of Arts
The Paper Still Matters Rebrand: A Brand Now Built on Books and Belief
Paper Still Matters had a vision. TYPE01 Studio gave it a voice. For Paper Still Matters (PSM), the journey from personal passion to professional platform
A Fusion of Energetic Type and Sound, Solfeggio Obscuro New Visual Identity by Studio Size
In underground music culture, where sonic landscapes are sculpted through deep, hypnotic rhythms, typography assumes a parallel role—visualising the movement, tension, and immersion that define
Type Design
Inside Zed, Typotheque’s 500‑style family that turns legibility research into a global type system
Since its launch in 1999, Typotheque has defined itself by a continued commitment to language, designing for world scripts, from the dominant writing systems of
How Chisaokwu Joboson Is Redefining African Typography Through Touki Grotesk
In recent years, conversations around type design have intensified— geographically, culturally, and conceptually. Yet much of the industry’s foundation still leans on inherited systems, often
Delicious by Design: Donuts® Gets a New Look (and Custom Typeface)
Few brands hold as much nostalgic weight as Donuts®. With a presence stretching back more than half a century, it has been a beloved part
ALT Picaro: A Rogue Sans Serif with a Playful Edge
With its bold proportions, rogue charm, and softened geometry, this new sans serif from ALT.tf, crafted by independent designer Ellen Jonsson is equal parts structured
The Power of Perception: How La Bolde Vita’s Fabian Dornhecker Turns Everyday Moments into Fonts
For Fabian Dornhecker, a German communication designer, typeface designer, and founder of La Bolde Vita, the perfect font formula can be found in the world
Top 15 Type Designers to Watch in 2025
It’s time for TYPE01’s Type Designers to watch in 2025. Among the lightning-fast turnarounds of the design world, and whatever trends, tools, or the ‘next
Revisiting Thonik’s Typeface for Dutch Design Week
As projects, brands and events evolve over time, their representative graphic or word marks and communication systems can become disconnected and outdated. For festivals like
Discover Formascope’s Boldy-Made Custom Typeface for Viva Telecommunications Latest Brand Refresh
2024 marked a significant period of change for Viva, a leading Armenian telecommunications operator founded in 2005. The announcement of Viva’s separation from the MTS
Editor's Picks
Pushing Typographic Boundaries: Chae Byungrok on His Expressionist Approach
Exploring Chae Byungrok’s portfolio, one cannot help but be captivated by his expressive and abstract works, through which he communicates his fresh and innovative perspective.
Positioned Realities: Can Yang Delivers an Eclectic and Subversive Visual Identity
Here, she tells us more about her work for the exhibition. Curated in early 2022 by Non-Depleted at Berlin’s Haus der Statistik, Positioned Realities is
For This Year’s VidCon, Saint-Urbain Created a YouTube Shorts ‘Drive-Thru’
To market YouTube shorts, YouTube’s answer to TikTok and Instagram reels, Saint-Urbain created drive-thru snacks inspired by iconic YouTube creators. In collaboration with YouTube’s internal
Industry Interviews
How Chisaokwu Joboson Is Redefining African Typography Through Touki Grotesk
In recent years, conversations around type design have intensified— geographically, culturally, and conceptually. Yet much of the industry’s foundation still leans on inherited systems, often
When a Studio Becomes the Message: Inside Teleport
Teleport sits in an interesting space between studio and self-authored platform. Founded by four collaborators who chose to regroup and recalibrate during the disruptions of
Art Director Min Kim’s Multifarious Approach to Design
In this interview, New York-based independent designer and art director, Min Kim shares his design philosophy, inspirations, and the journey that led him to work
Experimental Type Maestro Vlad Boyko on Conveying Emotion Through Design, and his ‘Archeologist’ Approach to Creativity
Not many creatives can capture the emotional essence and expressive power of typography and experimental type as effectively as Vlad Boyko. Known for his experimental
alliage: Where Distinct Design Meets a Sincere Social Vision
In this interview, Lucile Martin, co-founder of alliage, shares their creative methodology and how to speak to a large audience while maintaining an experimental edge.
Type Department
Custom Type, Reimagined: Type Department × Newglyph
The way brands access type is changing. Previously, the choice has been binary: off-the-shelf fonts designed for mass use, or fully bespoke commissions built from
Wise Sans: The Font Update Shaping Wise’s Visual Identity
In collaboration with Ragged Edge, Wise released a custom-built, large-scale font for its refreshed visual identity and new brand positioning. Formerly known as TransferWise, Wise
Revisiting Thonik’s Typeface for Dutch Design Week
As projects, brands and events evolve over time, their representative graphic or word marks and communication systems can become disconnected and outdated. For festivals like
Discover Formascope’s Boldy-Made Custom Typeface for Viva Telecommunications Latest Brand Refresh
2024 marked a significant period of change for Viva, a leading Armenian telecommunications operator founded in 2005. The announcement of Viva’s separation from the MTS
Fresh, Futuristic and Food-inspired: Highlights from Type Department’s Font Catalogue
Curated by our TYPE01 team and featuring typefaces designed by a diverse group of global creatives, Type Department offers a wide selection of typefaces to
Fresh New Fonts! The Latest Drops on Type Department…
Type Department‘s new fonts deliver fresh, high quality design from independent creatives & studios across the globe. Here are the latest additions on our radar
Digital Drops — Championing the World of Typefaces & Digital Art
The first edition of Digital Drops—a project headed by ourselves at TYPE01 with the help of an evergrowing pool of creative typographic talent—is here. Meet
Due Studio Releases Two New Sans Serif Fonts: Autaut Grotesk & Lay Grotesk
In conversation with Co-Founders Alessio Pompadura and Massimiliano Vitti, we take a look at Due Studio’s new sans serif fonts, Autaut & Lay Grotesk. Founded
Four New Fonts by Eko Setiawan Are Now Available on Type Department, and They’re Pretty Special
Eko Setiawan delivers not one, not two, but four delightful new fonts to sink our teeth into. Here’s the roundup… Designing under the name Emyself