'Geofootprint' typeface

GeoFootprint typeface

Rationale

The GeoFootprint typeface allows the user to control the print of the built shapes to create letterforms. User should follow a guide that directs placement of footprint to create a strong, geometric typeface. Once printed, the shapes create letterforms with pointed terminals and spurs, suitable for using as signage for way-finding. The design of the typeface was developed from three shapes created on an isometric grid. This machine is ideal for guidance systems for the public, such as pavement or road signs. They are a convenient print machine, providing the user complete control in creating a bold, consistent typeface.

Key words

Geometric, point, direct, route, guide.

The name ‘GeoFootprint’ was developed from the shapes that the typeface is made up from, which are geometric, combined with the performance of the machine; the placement of footprints.

The GeoFootprint typeface allows the user to control the print of the built shapes to create letterforms. User should follow a guide that directs placement of footprint to create a strong, geometric typeface. Once printed, the shapes create letterforms with pointed terminals and spurs, suitable for using as signage for way-finding. 

The design of the typeface was developed from three shapes created on an isometric grid. The idea behind the machine was inspired by workers painting road markings. 

This machine is ideal for guidance systems for the public on ground surfaces, such as pavements or road markings. It is a convenient print machine, giving the user complete control in creating a bold, consistent typeface.

Keywords: geometric, point, direct, route, guide.