Apax
Optimo · François Rappo · 2016
François Rappo's constructivist grotesque, geometric in architecture but optically tuned for fluent text and identity work.
About
A grotesque by François Rappo that explores the visual grammar of constructivism through a modernist lens. The geometric architecture produces radical shapes and many distinctive letters, while the optical balance Rappo is known for keeps the family fluent across body texts and visual identities. Six weights from Thin to Superbold come with italics, and each style includes alternate glyphs that let designers tune the constructivist character up or down.
Classification
Optimo positions Apax as Rappo's reading of constructivism through a modernist lens, combining a rigorous, systematic geometric architecture with the functional tradition of modern grotesque design.