Lotusware is entwined with ancient Korean roof-end tiles, a detail that goes under-appreciated in the sweeping roofs of traditional architecture. By repurposing these tiles as a contemporary typeface, they will spotlight the often overlooked presence of Asian art in Western cultural institutions.
A typeface inspired by end tiles that cap off the sweeping eaves of traditional Korean roofs. The lotus flower is a common Buddhist motif that embellishes them. It represents purity, rebirth, and enlightenment.
Roof end tile designs blend floral motifs and rigid geometric structure, which I emulated through letterforms.
The typeface uses a petal system specific to the anatomy of each glyph to create a consistent set.
Visualizing how the font would appear in the world, especially for museum use.
A typeface that is reminiscent of ancient art, while still being its own entity. Set with a design system that facilitated the designing process and ensured a cohesive typeface.
Building a special characters set, and expanding on the museum mockups, by centering around one exhibit design. Finding more related ways to show the font in application.