![]() ![]() True to the International Style, Neutraface supports over two dozen languages including Central European writing systems. Departing from the unusual proportions and stylized fashion of the display version, Neutraface Text features a larger x-height and increased contrast in its strokes for enhanced readability in lengthy passages. However, in the spirit of Richard Neutra's approach, a text version of Neutraface was conceived. The font family's architectural origins lent to its initial creation as a headline typeface. The final Neutraface Display family includes five weights in regular and alternate variations and a unique titling font. An alternate font was also developed by following certain letter forms which often varied from building to building. With limited source imagery, Christian Schwartz composed an entire alphabet and added a complementary lowercase which previously did not exist. ![]() House Industries began the inter-disciplinary task of adapting sign lettering of architect Richard Neutra to typography by consulting with his son Dion Neutra and closely studying the archives of acclaimed photographer Julius Shulman. ![]()
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