Geotype Submission

The Geotype project charts the rich history of lettering and type forms that have established the identity of cities and towns around the world. Explore the map

How does this letter-form communicate its location?

Different typographic styles combine to tell a story. Set against an old industrial building, this fabric shop has an outdated shop front, clashing slightly with the strong, bright imagery in it's windows. Clashing further, the bold, expressive graffiti is an example of how creative expression has taken over the walls of this once industrial setting with exciting forms of letter and colour. More subtle but no less important, the relatively new street sign is also significant - the quirky style of the lettering is another symbol of the area's shift from it's industrial past into a trend setting place of creativity.

Location

111-115 Oldham St, Manchester M4 1LN, UK