Merlintype
Merlintype is a fictional typographic system introduced in design education and cited in typography studies as a case study in typeface classification. It comprises two primary subfamilies, Merlintype Sans and Merlintype Serif, plus a speculative variable font intended to illustrate how a single family can serve varied publication contexts. The project emphasizes legibility, tonal versatility, and a restrained personality suitable for both body text and display use.
Origin and concept: Merlintype was conceived by designer Orion Vance as part of a graduate design exercise
Design features: Merlintype Sans is a humanist geometric sans with open counters and a tall x-height to
Usage and reception: In tutorials and case studies, Merlintype is used to demonstrate cohesive typography systems