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Kumi Hori's Inspirational Art of Deconstruction

Designer Kumi Hori impressively deconstructs Biliktu Foundry's BM Ikon typeface, crafting new forms with precision and creativity.

Illustration: Kumi Hori

Kumi Huri, a remarkable designer, published an article about their innovative approach to deconstructing a font, Biliktu Foundry's BM Ikon typeface. With precision and creativity, they redraw the typeface, categorize its similar elements, and craft new forms from it.

They even made a bicycle out of type! Be sure to read the full article to learn more about their process.

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Photo: Kumi Hori

Illustration: Kumi Hori

Illustration: Kumi Hori

Illustration: Kumi Hori

Illustration: Kumi Hori

Illustration: Kumi Hori

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