Case Study

NeoType: A Type Specimen Book on Orbitron and Roboto

NeoType is a 12-page type specimen book exploring the contrasting personalities of Orbitron and Roboto—a futuristic display typeface paired with a versatile humanist sans. The book highlights how geometry and clarity work together to create dynamic layouts inspired by circuit grids and tech-driven visual systems.

Role
Typography, layout, print
Course
Typography 2
Deliverables
12-page type specimen book
Neotype type specimen book mockup showing interior spreads.

Project brief

Project Brief: Choose two typefaces and showcase their design potential through a 12-page type specimen book.

Design Approach: I selected Orbitron and Roboto for their contrast in tone, Orbitron's futuristic geometry, paired with Roboto's humanist clarity. The book highlights their anatomy, weights, and pairing capabilities through a structured layout influenced by circuit grids and tech aesthetics.