Skip to main content

[lcvrh] Download LaFarge fonts from Typetanic Fonts

LaFarge


LaFarge is a typeface primarily inspired by the historic mosaic titling capitals found in the New York City Subway, designed by architect Squire J. Vickers and his staff between 1915-1927. These elegant but industrial signs are characteristic of early-20th century American architectural lettering, and show an evolution of the classical Roman capitals to lower contrast, bolder serifs, and more regular character widths. The majority of this lettering still remains in subway stations today, and though elements of the style vary from sign to sign, many carry the unique features that are reflected in LaFarge: high-waisted crossbars with angled serifs, elegantly curved “R” leg, and distinctive trapezoidal serifs. LaFarge expands this style into a lower case, taking cues from contemporary typefaces like Bookman, Cheltenham, and Della Robbia.


A number of typographic features are included, such as small caps, ordinal indicators / superscript letters, arrows, and a set of borders inspired by early subway tile. The result is a fashionable, architecturally-minded typeface that is just as at home on the façade of a grand public building as it is on packaging, magazines, or the web. LaFarge works well in both text and display settings, remaining readable at small sizes but showing off its elegant details in larger uses.


LaFarge has received the Communication Arts Typography Award, the ADC Annual Merit Award, is included in the 2020 STA 100, and was part of designer Greg Shutters’ winning portfolio in the 2019 Type Directors Club Ascender Awards. You can download a PDF specimen of LaFarge, and also view a video of LaFarge in action.



LaFarge


Popular posts from this blog

Download Makel Fonts Family From La Boîte Graphique

Download Now Server 1 Download Now Server 3 Download Now Server 2 Makel is a fanciful typography. Ideal for areas such as food, catering, packaging, youth publishing ... Thanks to its curves and the movement of letters, Makel wishes to bring good humor and dynamism to your communication media. Download Makel Fonts Family From La Boîte Graphique

Download Khalisa Fonts Family From Nandatype Studio

Download Now Server 1 Download Now Server 3 Download Now Server 2 Khalisa is a beautiful and charming display font with a bold vibe. Get inspired by bird feather. Khalisa font suitable for standout designs and make any design idea into a true standout. Download Khalisa Fonts Family From Nandatype Studio

Download Hero Font Family From Roman Polishchuk

Download Now Server 1 Download Now Server 3 Download Now Server 2 Hero is an eccentric, handwritten font. It features high detail and natural forms. Support for ligatures allows you to create a truly unique typography that resembles lettering. Each designer should have a hero who inspires him. Enjoy! Download Hero Font Family From Roman Polishchuk