School of Design
Communication
Thaqif Nazri
Thaqif Nazri is always keen to learn new things and believe in understanding concepts that differ from his own. He strives to have strong knowledge in the arts and culture to grow and develop as a cognitive designer, which he profoundly believes would empower him to contribute to society.
Work
Damascus Modular Typeface
The Damascus Modular Typeface is based on the Omayyad Mosque in Damascus, Syria. Known for its pillars that stretch across the mosque's courtyard, I decided to dissect the form of the pillars and create a modular grid system that would allow me to design a typeface with the mosque's characteristics. The concept and style of the typeface were also considered to ensure that each letter can be connected to replicate the arcade of the mosque. A type specimen and artefact were also made to showcase the modular type.
