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He initially worked in print producing event graphics for the Leadmill in Sheffield. Jonathan joined Mainartery in 1999; a progressive design studio based in London working solely for the music industry. Over a 3-year period he produced a range of unique music packaging that crossed boundaries between 2D and 3D media. Clients include R02, Universal Music, EMI and Azuli Records.
On January 3, 2006 Jonathan founded 'The Northern Block' with the goal to design & develop new and original typefaces. The foundry has soon established a reputation for producing contemporary typefaces with a high technical value that work in the commercial market place.
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Baufra is a humanist sans-serif typeface. It is based on the sans-serif typefaces of the early 20th century. A characteristic feature of Baufra is its geometric design combined with an earthy naturalism. Baufra family includes 6 weights, 435 characters, manually edited kerning and Opentype features. It was designed for both display and text usage.
Available from : http://www.thenorthernblock.co.uk/fonts/baufra/
Regan - Typeface
A finely crafted sans serif typeface with an uncomplicated appearance. Soft curves are mixed with minimal angles to create a readable font ideally suited for identity, editorial and online uses. Details include 10 weights with italics, 540 characters, 5 variations of numerals, small caps, stylistic alternatives, manually edited kerning and Opentype features.
The complete family is available from The Northern Block at an introductory 75% OFF until the end of June. http://www.thenorthernblock.co.uk/regan.htm
Metral - Typeface
A geometric sans serif with a precise fabricated appearance. Smooth corners are mixed with subtle angles to form a strong, legible typeface ideally suited for a wide range of applications. Details include 6 weights with italics, an extended European character set, manually edited kerning, stylistic alternatives and Opentype features.
The complete family is available from The Northern Block at an introductory 75% OFF until the end of June. Please enter the following discount code into the shopping cart: TNB7576
Regan Slab - Typeface
A precision cut slab serif typeface. Simple curves are combined with sharp angles to provide a readable font with subtle characteristics. Regan Slab is ideally suited to wide range of applications including magazines, newspapers and handheld devices. Details include 10 weights with italics, 540 characters, 5 variations of numerals, small caps, stylistic alternatives, manually edited kerning and Opentype features.
Borda - Typeface
A carefully drawn geometric typeface. Exacting angles are combined with smooth corner details to form a clean, legible font with a modern appearance. The compact nature of the letterforms allows for great use of space across text layouts. Details include 6 weights with italics, an extended European character set, manually edited kerning and Euro symbol.
A precision drawn sans-serif typeface. Simple geometric forms are combined with accurate detailing to create a charming, straightforward and uniform font. Careful attention has been paid to white space areas making the font appear brighter across text layouts. Details include 9 weights, over 460 characters, manually edited kerning and Euro symbol.
Available from:http://www.thenorthernblock.co.uk/kuro.htm
A precision drawn sans-serif font. Simple geometric forms are combined with accurate detailing to create a charming, straightforward and uniform font. Careful attention has been paid to white space areas making the font appear brighter across text layouts.
Available from The Northern Block as a FREE FONT DOWNLOAD.
http://www.thenorthernblock.co.uk/kuro_regular.htm
Nurom - Typeface
A contemporary sans-serif typeface. It’s structure takes influence from the early grotesque style, resulting in a precise and legible font with a charming character. Details include 8 weights, a standard character set, manually edited kerning and Euro symbol.
Available from: http://www.thenorthernblock.co.uk/nurom.htm
