Type Foundry

A Type Foundry is a company or studio that designs, creates, and produces typefaces, also known as fonts. Think of them as the artists behind the characters and letter styles used in everything from books and websites to branding and signage. They develop the visual shapes of letters to ensure readability, personality, and consistency across different media. Once a typeface is designed and finished, it can be sold or licensed for use in various projects. In essence, a type foundry is the creative and technical hub that brings unique and functional fonts into the world.