Reformat B
SM · Mark Niemeijer · 2024
A seven-font grotesque family by Mark Niemeijer that bridges 19th century grotesque traditions and 20th century neo-grotesk rationalism through organic curves and distinctive detailing.
About
Reformat B is one half of the broader Reformat family, distinguished from its sibling Reformat A by its natural curves and more characterful letterforms rather than a systematic, rational approach. Designed by Mark Niemeijer and released in February 2024, the family comprises seven fonts informed by historic grotesque examples without directly reviving any single source. It suits projects that need the structural familiarity of a grotesque but with more personality in the details.
Classification
Classified by the foundry as Grotesque, drawing on 19th century grotesque and 20th century neo-grotesk influences. Reformat B specifically emphasises natural curves and distinctive details over systematic rationalism.