Fonts from Foundry5
Foundry5 is an independent type foundry dedicated to creating bold, innovative typefaces for global scripts. Our diverse team designs unique, culturally aware typefaces that elevate communication in a world where effective graphic and linguistic expression is crucial.
Popular Foundry5 fonts.
Just like a well-curated playlist, Peridot brings together diverse influences into a cohesive sans serif type system. Blending soft curves with striking angles, it offers a fresh yet familiar aesthetic. With 10 weights and matching italics in 6 widths, Peridot excels in body text and headlines. Supporting Cyrillic, Greek, Latin, and Devanagari scripts, along with upcoming Arabic and Tamil support, it is the essential typeface for every creative endeavor. Peridot has also received prestigious awards, including the Evge and Communication Awards.
Jali is a humanist sans serif typeface expertly crafted for wayfinding applications, embodying its design philosophy with a name that means “clear” in Arabic. Featuring low-contrast strokes and generous counters, Jali prioritizes readability and delivers an efficient reading experience. It supports Arabic, Greek, and Latin scripts, adapting seamlessly to various environments. Recognized for its excellence, Jali has garnered prestigious awards, including the TDC Certificate in Typographic Excellence and Granshan’s 1st Prize in the Arabic & Latin Category in 2019.
Evert is a typeface that breaks the mold while honoring classic roots, inviting exploration into a vibrant world of expressive typography. Inspired by Miller and Richard’s Grotesque No.1 and Roger Excoffon’s Antique Olive, it blends subtle rigidity with humanistic elegance. Supporting both Latin and Greek scripts, Evert offers localized forms, old-style numerals, and discretionary ligatures. With 48 styles and 3 optical sizes, Evert is your trusted companion for any creative endeavor and has received accolades, including the Evge and Communication Awards.
Fonts in Use.
Foundry5
In today’s interconnected landscape, clear communication across various languages is essential for multinational organizations. Unfortunately, fonts for many scripts have been neglected, often designed without the necessary expertise and categorized in ways that reinforce their marginalization. Foundry5 is here to change that with our premium library of high-quality fonts. Each script we offer is significant and thoughtfully crafted! Our dedicated team has developed visually striking and technically robust global type families, ready to enhance your brand across all platforms. With F5, you can trust our exceptional typefaces to make a lasting impact in every language and culture!
Type designer & Director
Dr. Mohamad Dakak
After studying visual communication at Damascus University, Mo’s passion for type design led him to pursue an MA in Typeface Design from the University of Reading, followed by a PhD focused on "Towards Understanding Diversity in Arabic Type Styles: Its Origins, Current Usage, and Its Impact on Arab Readership." Now a dedicated type designer and researcher, Mo brings a wealth of knowledge and creativity to the team. Currently based in both Cambridge and Cairo, he leverages his experience as a graphic designer to create innovative, functional typefaces that remain true to the Arabic script and resonate with diverse audiences.
Type designer & Director
Dr. Pria Ravichandran
Pria is a graduate of the University of Reading, where she earned both her Master’s degree and a doctorate focused on "The Development of Typographic Forms for the Kannada and Telugu Scripts." She believes that design must solve problems and is passionate about exploring how scripts from the Indian subcontinent, which lack the typographic history of Latin scripts, can achieve a similar breadth of design variations. At Foundry5, Pria wears many hats—not only designing but also managing administration and finances—ensuring that everything runs smoothly and efficiently.
Type designer & Director
Kostas Bartsokas
Kostas is a type designer and font engineer with an MA in Typeface Design from the University of Reading. He is the creator of Averta, a typeface celebrated among the top 100 fonts used online. His work has received numerous accolades from prestigious organizations such as TDC, Granshan, Evge, and Communication Design, among others. Additionally, Kostas serves as a judge at both TDC and Granshan, sharing his expertise with the broader design community. With a focus on crafting original typefaces, he enhances script support for Greek and Cyrillic, ensuring that each design adheres to the highest standards of quality.
Commercial Lead & Director
Jason Harcombe
A committed professional, Jason enhances the type experience for brands and creatives. He brings a deep understanding of the commercial aspects of the font industry and develops tailored solutions that empower clients to effectively utilize the fonts they need across various environments. His strategic approach simplifies the process of working with type, making it both accessible and efficient. By allowing clients to concentrate on their core strengths, he plays a key role in helping them craft outstanding designs that make a lasting impact.
Foundry5 fonts are included in Monotype Fonts.