Javier Unknos

Custom typeface for LA VIDA ERA MÁS CORTA, the latest album by Argentinian artist @milo.j Developed from an earlier version of ACADEMIC typeface, this custom version translates the conceptual core of the album into typographic form. LA VIDA ERA MÁS CORTA revisits Argentinian folklore and brings it into the present, an emotional landscape shaped by memory, cadence and the tension between what is inherited and what is lived now. The typeface keeps the original ACADEMIC structure, but expands it through a wider system of ligatures, subtle and exaggerated swashes and contextual alternates that introduce irregular rhythm and movement. These additions let the typeface shift voice and intensity, mirroring the album’s blend of tradition and contemporaneity. Creative direction @ga.lo.pe Art direction & Graphic design @adrian_vision Photography @monty.kaplan #typedesign #typeface #graphicdesign #miloj #lavidaeramáscorta ©2025 Javier Unknos

Font producción for MA SERIF, a typeface designed by N-E Studio @naranjoetxeberria for MARTÍN ALCAIDE @martinalcalde.studio “MA SERIF is characterized, broadly speaking, by INTRODUCING SERIFS in a SANS SERIF FONT. These FORMS are inspired by the SHOULDER PADS on MARTÍN ALCALDE’S CLOTHES, the brand’s hallmark.” Type Design @naranjoetxeberria Photography @amedinasierra #typedesign #graphicdesign #typeface #fontproduction

Visual identity & website for INSTANTE, a creative production company and full-service artist facility. Design @javierunknos Development @geminiservic.es

Custom typeface for TROBAT, a digital concept store showcasing and selling collections from undiscovered artisans from all corners of the globe. The typeface named “FOUND” was conceived as a singular piece within the identity system. Inspired by geometric forms and developed through a process that blends manual and digital craftsmanship, it introduces irregularities and four hand-modified versions of the logo characters that appear randomly across applications. More than a visual tool, it becomes part of the collection itself, a typographic artefact shaped by the same values of care, curiosity and discovery. Strategy & Creative direction @camposatraves Art direction @pauladealvaro #typedesign #graphicdesign #typeface #branding #graphicdesign

Brand identity and visual system for KOPI KRATE, a subscription service that curates and delivers specialty coffee from independent Spanish roasters every month. The identity approaches the visual system as a flexible framework designed to hold the diversity of coffees they offer, becoming a space for storytelling and experience. At its core, a modular classification system inspired by the idea of modern alchemy captures the essential characteristics of each coffee: roast type, production process, geographical origin and the Spanish region of the roaster. #graphicdesign #visualidentity #specialtycoffee #designsystem #packagingdesign

After a lot of hard work, I’m really happy to share my final project for the Type@Cooper @coopertype Extended Program 23/24. “Academic” is a tool-based typeface that unites the various techniques behind the original forms of the Latin alphabet, drawing inspiration from the brushstrokes of Roman capitals and the broad-nib pen used for lowercase. It features asymmetrical serifs with sharp angles and clean lines, conveying a serious tone while balancing functionality and character. Thoughtfully blending tradition and modernity, “Academic” is a versatile typeface suitable for both classic and contemporary environments. Thank you to everyone who supported and guided me along this journey. To my classmates and our teachers—Hannes Famira @famirafonts , Alexander Tochilovsky @alexandertochilovsky , Cara Di Edwardo, Colin Ford @colinmford , Aleksandra Samulenkova @aleksandrasamulenkova , Eric van Blokland @letterror , Flavia Zimbardi @flaviazim , Zrinka Buljubašić @zrinzrin , Gen Ramírez @genramirez , John Downer @downervolt , Ken Barber @typelettering , Ryan Budgen @ryanbugden —thank you for your ideas and dedication. Your expertise and passion have shaped this project, and I’m deeply grateful. You can explore all the amazing projects from our class at coopertype2024.github.io/ExtendedProgram. DM or email for trial and beta licenses. #typecooper #cooperunion #typedesign #graphicdesign #typeface

Title credits for “Does the ocean know the sea exists?” a very special collaboration written and directed by @pablocurto for @rowsebeauty , developed closely with @thisis_sample “Through this question, that mirrors Pablo Curto and Nuria Val’s connection with the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea, we seek to build a bridge that generates a conversation about community and connection with nature - there’s something magical under every stone, grain of sand, in the clouds and in the wind. It’s precisely Pablo and Nuria’s devotion to nature, present throughout all their work, that brought them together to collaborate after years of friendship on this project.” Written and directed by @pablocurto Produced by @thisis_sample Executive Producers @maycamarquez  @lozano_edu ROWSE Creative Dir. @frecklesnur DOP @nauzetgaspar   Focus Puller @das_ist_hector Light assistant @rofera_ Producer @_gemaruiz_ Fixer @cinefilosftv Stylist @pauladelgado_sj Make up & Hair @yadrobeauty Casting director @lasantacasting Model @umastellaa  @blowmodels Postproduction coordinator @marmg11 Postproduction @addemonicum Color Grading @nadia.khairat Music & Sound Design @_ortegaluis Title Credits Javier Unknos PAs Idoya Perello, Mateo Berupe Special thanks Helena Fradera, Conrado López, Tessa Doniga, Jeremy Taffin

Graphic identity for the exhibition “Lo de siempre donde siempre,” organized and curated by @saracoriat at Taberna La Mancha en Madrid. “Lo de siempre donde siempre” is a gathering of friends, a meeting on the walls, at the bar, and in the bathrooms of La Mancha en Madrid. Where it always happens. Where art takes place after art. “Lo de siempre donde siempre” has been an excuse to go to the bar. Or maybe we went to the bar as an excuse to meet on the walls. “Lo de siempre donde siempre” wasn’t just another exhibition, but a gathering of friends. Where it always happens. Curator @saracoriat Text of the day @adanaval Pictures [02] @tamara___delafuente Participants @albalorentehernandez @alejandrapastrana_ @ampparito @anweiluli @anavasco_ @blanca._.guerrero @brunodelgiudice @candelasotos @carlos_pesudo Concepción de Andrés ó la tía Conce, @eloy.arribas @faustoeas Gabi Romero, @gador.salis @gigi_ei @gripface_ @gviiie @irenebaque @irenelunaz @jacobo.cayetano @12javieres @juanbaiges @losbravu @nachogarciaaaaaa @eversiempre @pablocurto @paulavaldeonlemus @tamara___delafuente @todo_to_do Toezio, @vicenteprietogaggero y Victor Hijón. “Lo de siempre donde siempre” took place from April 6th to May 19th 2024 at Taberna La Mancha en Madrid, Calle Miguel Servet 13, 28012 Madrid. #graphicdesign #typography #exhibitiondesign #visualidentity #print

“Vigilia” is my revival project from the first term of the @coopertype Extended Program 23/24 – Based on a series of religious books owned by my grandfather, printed in Barcelona in the year 1851 by the printer D. Pablo Riera. Big thanks to our tutor Hannes Famira @famirafonts , as well as Alexander Tochilovsky @alexandertochilovsky , Cara Di Edwardo, and the entire Type@Cooper team. DM or email for trial and beta licenses. #typecooper #cooperunion #typedesign #revival #revivaltype #digitalarchive #graphicdesign #typeface #fontainebleau

Outcome of the two-day “The Modern Letter” workshop led by @typelettering for @coopertype Extended Program.

RECREO will be available as part of 13th @solitype from the 13th to the 17th December in exchange for donations to #stopgeas All donations of this round are going to @seebrueckeoffiziell that is part of the campaign @stopgeas together with many other activist groups to demand an improvement to the precarious situation of people seeking refuge rather than to further abolish their human rights. Thank you @charlotte__rohde & @vivien_hoffmann_ for inviting me to this amazing project. This time with amazing typefaces by @abcdinamo @amelie.tnomud @dominikbissem @javierunknos  @notyourtypefoundry /en/donate RECREO Typeface was made possible thanks to the amazing team of @recreoartbookfair . You will have more info about this project soon.

Graphic identity for @sandramossofficial SS23 campaign. Art & Creative direction @lets____play  @nereamanzano Photography @markyareham Styling @adrianguilllen Muah @oliviaguade Models @emmmmanuel_  @albaparras  @cleoj.19  @angelazhanglin Graphic design @javierunknos Brand collab @errres__ Special thanks @__yt__ — Video by @markyareham Talent @alvaro.carpena Graphic design @javierunknos Creative direction @lets______play  @markyareham @nereamanzano Special thanks @gerseys Club de golf Las Rejas #graphicdesign #campaign #ss23