Type Design & Specimens in London

Custom typefaces and specimen pages drawn for a single project's voice.

A typeface drawn for a single project is a rare thing. Custom type sits at the intersection of graphic design, calligraphy and engineering — each letter must work alone and in sequence, at small sizes and large, and the whole must feel like one voice. I draw faces for projects where the typography is inseparable from the idea.

What we offer

• A typeface custom-designed for your project's specific needs and tone
• A complete character set for your language and use case
• Test prints and digital proofs at every stage for review
• A specimen sheet or booklet showing the face in context
• Technical files and usage guidelines for your team

How to order

Write describing the project and what the type needs to do — is it for headlines, body text, packaging, display? What's the tone — formal, friendly, editorial? Any constraints, like a particular weight range or script you want to draw from? I'll respond with a proposal, timeline and fee.

Price note

Custom typefaces start from £4,000 and can run significantly higher depending on the character set, the number of weights and languages, and the complexity of forms. A full proposal with a detailed fee is given after the initial brief.

Questions

How many weights can a custom face have?

This is agreed in the brief. A single weight for display is quite different from a family with multiple weights for both headlines and body text. We'll scope this early.

Can I use the typeface after the project ends?

Licensing is set out in writing before work begins. Some projects include extended use rights; others are one-off deliverables. This is part of the initial agreement.

How long does the design process take?

Custom type usually takes eight to twelve weeks, depending on the scope — a single display weight is faster than a full family with multiple scripts and extended character sets.

4000

The price is a guide — the exact amount is agreed on site.