Developed as part of the Type Design course in the Master’s in Graphic Design and Editorial Projects, the project’s goal was to create a complete text font inspired by an existing typeface.

The research examined five serif fonts renowned for their readability and balanced proportions: Walbum (1804), Normande (1860), Goudy Light Old Style (1908), Verona (1923), and Bembo (1929). Among them, Walbum was selected for its modern character and precise attention to spacing, contrast, and proportion. From this foundation, key features were preserved while others were reinterpreted to achieve greater elegance and harmony.

The result is Birrigon, a contemporary variable serif typeface available in four weights — Light, Regular, Bold, and Black. Birrigon Regular conveys a jovial, balanced spirit with geometric serifs and gentle curves, while Birrigon Bold amplifies contrast and expressive strength, highlighting the font’s refined character.