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?

This was an unmarked building that has become derelict. The building resides near the ceramic shop in an area which, has been left to decay. I found the font used for the name of the hospital quite gothic as if it had been written on by hand. I am being reminded of the gothic font Fraktur, used by the Nazis in world war two. The lettering looks intimidating rather than welcoming. I believe this hospital facility hasn’t been used in a long time and the font reflects this with its un welcoming inscription. ΚΕΝΤΡΟ ΒΟΗΟΕΙΑΖ reads ‘Help Centre’.

Location

3is Septemvriou 19, Athens, Greece