Custom fonts and typography

A custom font can speak for a brand just as clearly as a logo. Contrast Foundry designs original typefaces or adapts existing ones to match the tone, tasks, and language needs of each project. From character sets to licensing, every detail is part of the brief. Get in touch to collaborate.

Custom fonts

A typeface is as central to a brand as its logo or colour. We design custom fonts from scratch or adapt existing ones to match language, tone, and technical needs. Every step is covered: from research and sketches to final testing and font licensing. Whether it’s a single style or a full family, we’ll help a brand create their own typeface that feels right and works across all use cases.
 

Bespoke lettering

Typefaces are powerful tools, but not always the best fit. When working with a name or short phrase, lettering design gives full control over shape, spacing, and expression. Whether it’s a single glyph or a complete word, script lettering or other types of lettering offer more flexibility than standard fonts.

We use our experience in calligraphy, illustration, and typography to create custom letterring—from sketches to a polished piece. For examples of hand lettering fonts, see CoFo Chimera.
 

Typographic expertise

Too many fonts to choose from? Are they effective? What size is best for body text? Is this weight readable? Does the layout fit the brand identity?

Typography design is full of subtle rules, and many designers aren’t sure how to choose the right font or use it well. But font readability and smart decisions lead to clearer communication and a better user experience.

We offer font consulting to refine layouts, improve typography, and help with font pairing. Whether it’s a logo redesign, a rebrand, or just a refresh. Get custom design tips and guidance on how to choose a font.
 

Logo refinement

Maybe the logo was created years ago without today’s digital tools, and now it needs a refresh. Or maybe a designer just delivered a new version, and you want to be sure it’s ready before launching your rebranding.

Whatever the case, a logo is the core of a brand and it should feel right.

Leave the final touches to us. With precise font-editing tools and a trained eye, we’ll refine shapes, adjust drawings, and prepare the logo for any size or format. Whether it’s a small update or a full redesign logo, we’ll help sharpen the idea and bring it to its best form.
 

Type and typography workshops

Want to design a custom typeface for a client but not sure where to begin? We can guide the process—from defining the brief to choosing styles, writing systems, and licensing. Get support on everything from typography fundamentals to font tech. Whether it’s your first project or part of a larger brand identity, we’ll help turn your idea into a clear, well-planned custom font.

Or start with something more informal: a type sketching workshop for your team, with paper, markers, and space to explore ideas. Who knows—maybe you’ll come up with lettering for t-shirts, stickers, or even a future logo. Most importantly, it’s a creative break from screens.
 

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