Type Rules Zine

Type Rules Zine

This project explores the design and history of ITC Officina, showcasing how Erik Spiekermann’s vision blends functionality with beauty in every meticulously crafted letterform.

Client

University of Kansas

University of Kansas

Year

Year

Fall 2022

Fall 2022

Industry

Industry

Print Design

Print Design

Research

Research

This zine explores the intricate world of typography, focusing on ITC Officina. Each letter is carefully dissected and displayed like a blueprint, offering a deep dive into the structure of the typeface.

This zine explores the intricate world of typography, focusing on ITC Officina. Each letter is carefully dissected and displayed like a blueprint, offering a deep dive into the structure of the typeface.

Research

This zine explores the intricate world of typography, focusing on ITC Officina. Each letter is carefully dissected and displayed like a blueprint, offering a deep dive into the structure of the typeface.

Design

Design

Ascenders reach skyward, while descenders delve into hidden depths, showcasing the precision and beauty of the form. Every curve and angle reflects Erik Spiekermann’s vision, where functionality seamlessly merges with aesthetic appeal.

Ascenders reach skyward, while descenders delve into hidden depths, showcasing the precision and beauty of the form. Every curve and angle reflects Erik Spiekermann’s vision, where functionality seamlessly merges with aesthetic appeal.

Design

Ascenders reach skyward, while descenders delve into hidden depths, showcasing the precision and beauty of the form. Every curve and angle reflects Erik Spiekermann’s vision, where functionality seamlessly merges with aesthetic appeal.

Development

Development

The zine serves as both a history lesson and an invitation to appreciate the craftsmanship behind a well-designed typeface. By engaging with the content, readers witness the timeless power of ITC Officina's bold lines and elegant curves.

The zine serves as both a history lesson and an invitation to appreciate the craftsmanship behind a well-designed typeface. By engaging with the content, readers witness the timeless power of ITC Officina's bold lines and elegant curves.

Development

The zine serves as both a history lesson and an invitation to appreciate the craftsmanship behind a well-designed typeface. By engaging with the content, readers witness the timeless power of ITC Officina's bold lines and elegant curves.

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©2025 Morgan Botts. All Rights Reserved.

©2025 Morgan Botts. All Rights Reserved.

©2025 Morgan Botts. All Rights Reserved.