Rotary Sans
Typeface for S6 Foundry
Rotary Sans is an OpenType sans-serif typeface with geometric structures and slight shape variations. It includes pear-shaped ink traps that aid legibility and add a distinct visual element. The typeface provides a full Latin glyph set, plus alternative characters and ligatures, for various typographic uses. Its design emphasizes clarity and consistency, suitable for contexts such as branding. Rotary Sans comes in multiple weights and styles, usable in both digital and print formats where legibility and uniform appearance are needed.
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Unique Properties
Rotary Sans is a modern OpenType sans-serif typeface that blends contemporary aesthetics with strong geometric contrasts. Its most distinctive feature is the pear drop-shaped ink traps, which add a unique visual character while enhancing legibility. Designed with versatility in mind, Rotary Sans includes an extended Latin glyph set, complete with alternative characters and ligatures, making it well-suited for a wide range of typographic applications.
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Type design, Typeface, Specimen
Production Technology
The font was meticulously designed and digitally crafted, offering support for over 200 Latin-based languages. To celebrate its launch, a limited-edition specimen box was digitally printed, showcasing the typeface’s versatility and strength across various applications.
Design Challenge
The development of Rotary Sans presented several key design challenges, requiring a careful balance between form, function, and originality. One of the primary hurdles was achieving a distinctive aesthetic while maintaining the clarity and versatility expected of a contemporary sans-serif. The typeface needed to feel fresh and modern yet still be highly functional across a range of applications, from branding to editorial use.
Project Duration
Location Italy. The research project began in late 2023 and progressed through development, culminating in its production and launch in July 2024.
Operation Flow
The presentation box was gifted to the first ten companies that purchased the complete typeface family.
Research
The initial research for Rotary Sans focused on striking a balance between geometric precision and functional versatility. The design process began with an in-depth study of mid-century modern typography, particularly the clean, efficient letterforms found in grotesque and neo-grotesque typefaces. These styles, known for their straightforward and utilitarian approach, served as a foundation for Rotary Sans, but the goal was to introduce a contemporary refinement that would make it more adaptable to modern branding and communication needs.
Inspiration
Rotary Sans draws inspiration from the interplay of geometry and functionality found in mid-century modern design, where clean lines and purposeful details create a sense of clarity and efficiency. The typeface takes cues from classic grotesque and neo-grotesque sans-serifs but reinterprets them with a contemporary twist—most notably through its distinctive pear drop-shaped ink traps. These ink traps not only enhance legibility but also introduce a subtle organic contrast to the structure.
Image Credits
Paul Henry Robb
Project Overview
Rotary Sans Typeface has been a Silver winner in the Graphics, Illustration and Visual Communication Design award category in the year 2024 organized by the prestigious A' Design Award & Competition. The Silver A' Design Award celebrates top-tier designs that embody excellence and innovation. This award acknowledges creations that are not only aesthetically pleasing but also highly functional, reflecting the designer's deep understanding and skill. Silver A' Design Award recipients are recognized for their contribution to raising industry standards and advancing the practice of design. Their work often incorporates original innovations and elicits a strong emotional response, making a notable impact on the improvement of everyday life.
Silver Recognition
Paul Robb was recognized with the coveted Silver A' Design Award in 2025, a testament to excellence of their work Rotary Sans Typeface.
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