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MODULAR TYPOGRAPHY

Contraste is a custom typeface developed through a modular grid system, inspired by experimental typographic practices from the 1910s and 1920s avant-garde movements. Drawing from this era’s fascination with geometry, I constructed the letterforms using a consistent system of repeating shapes—highlighting the structural nature of type as a system of elements and rules.

The typeface explores visual tension through contrast in stroke weight, spatial relationships, and form repetition. Built entirely in uppercase, Contraste emphasizes bold shapes and deliberate asymmetry, creating a dynamic rhythm across the alphabet. The name reflects the core concept behind the letterforms: a play between harmony and friction, simplicity and complexity. The result is a typographic system that feels both rooted in design history and distinctly modern.

Contraste is a custom typeface developed through a modular grid system, inspired by experimental typographic practices from the 1910s and 1920s avant-garde movements. Drawing from this era’s fascination with geometry, I constructed the letterforms using a consistent system of repeating shapes—highlighting the structural nature of type as a system of elements and rules.

The typeface explores visual tension through contrast in stroke weight, spatial relationships, and form repetition. Built entirely in uppercase, Contraste emphasizes bold shapes and deliberate asymmetry, creating a dynamic rhythm across the alphabet. The name reflects the core concept behind the letterforms: a play between harmony and friction, simplicity and complexity. The result is a typographic system that feels both rooted in design history and distinctly modern.

DESIGN PROCESS

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GRID PROCESS

fiNAL outcome

Contraste is set apart by its utilization of negative space. This typeface creates the illusion that each letter is split or divided, adding a captivating and visually intriguing element to the design. This typeface was taken through several iterations in hope to find a successful way to challenge conventional typographic norms. The smooth edges and negative space were meticulously crafted to maintain a sense of elegance and professionalism while still pushing the boundaries of creativity. Although each letter of the type is different they all have a sense of cohesion within the same font family.

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