Styles
About IDT Form 62
A Stencil Typeface Rooted in 1960s Swedish Design
The inspiration for IDT Form62 comes from the masthead of the 1962 issue of the Swedish design and craft magazine “Form.” This masthead, created by typographer and designer Karl-Erik Forsberg (known for his typeface Berling), served as the foundation for a captivating typeface suitable for headlines and shorter texts.
IDT Form62 captures the essence of stencil lettering used in the logotype, emphasizing strong vertical elements. While the letter stems exhibit considerable weight, the transitions are delicately handled, resulting in distinctive word shapes that command attention.
- Designers
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Örjan Nordling, Göran Söderström
- Client
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Identitype
- Version
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1.2
- Year
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2007
- Character set
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Latin extended
Opentype features
Display Regular
Hantverk
Display Regular
The 1960s marked a transformative era for design, with Scandinavian countries at the forefront of this creative revolution. During this period, Scandinavian design principles of simplicity, functionality, and minimalism gained worldwide recognition. In this exploration, we'll delve into the essence of 1960s Scandinavian design and its enduring impact on the world of interior decor and urniture. Scandinavian design, often associated with Sweden, Denmark, Norway, Finland, and Iceland, evolved from a rich history of craftsmanship. Designers drew inspiration from their natural surroundings, blending functionality with organic forms. In the 1960s, these principles reached their zenith.
