A Short History of Aeonik Since its launch in 2018, CoType’s Aeonik has established itself as a staple in the design and branding sphere. A workhorse type family designed by Mark Bloom and Joe Leadbeater, characterised as a neo-grotesque with…
“Surrounded by a rich visual culture – especially the hand-painted signage found throughout my neighbourhood – I’ve developed a deep appreciation for vernacular lettering and craftsmanship,” Eunice Su tells us of living in Tainan, Southern Taiwan. In the city, she…
In a world where design speaks louder than words, Blast Foundry — run by Barbara Bigosińska and Diana Ovezea — brings creativity to life with bold and versatile typefaces. We’re proud to introduce Big Issue, a type family originally commissioned to…
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 of childhoods, snack breaks, and supermarket shelves for generations. But like many heritage brands, Donuts®…
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 and rebellious. Born from sketchbook doodles and shaped by influences ranging from ghost signs to…
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 around him. “I try to be attentive to my environment and see the systems in…
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 big thing’ come and go, the timeless art of type design will always remain a…
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evolve over time, their representative graphic or word marks and communication systems can become disconnected and outdated.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 Dutch Design Week, continuous evolution is a key element of the festival’s identity and Thonik…
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 Group earlier this year called for an exciting rebranding project to align with the direction…
This dynamic and energetic typeface from Nouvelle Noire, a type foundry and type design studio based in Zurich, Switzerland, draws inspiration from an unexpected fusion of radial lines, logarithmic spirals, and the style of early grotesques, resulting in a typeface…
Monga Design, a two-person studio based in Brazil, is credited with the brilliantly eccentric visual identity of Sopro, an annual outdoor art festival held in Portugal. The festival showcases an eclectic collection of works from a variety of talented artists…
Since its launch in 2019, Mark Bloom’s London-based foundry CoType has consistently produced high-quality typefaces that designers can count on for everyday design use. Now, they’ve launched their first superfamily, Lock, featuring a complementary sans and serif duo that offers…
Pentagram, is behind the latest dynamic brand refresh of PayPal, the renowned global digital payment platform. With a new bespoke typeface, distilled colour palette, and refreshed motions, the project aims to enhance the existing strengths of such a major name…
At the intersection of speed, innovation, and design, Formula 1 has built its legacy on pushing what is possible. Now, this spirit is fantastically brought to life at the latest Formula 1 exhibition in London, which I had the pleasure…
Noted for its collaborative nature, Figma is a leading web-based design tool used for interface design, user experience (UX) design, and prototyping. An ever-evolving company, Figma sought to reflect their dynamic culture in their latest brand refresh. As they continue…
