About weekend type

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Weekend Type is a type foundry hosting a growing family of typefaces. Founded by Hamish Makgill, Weekend Type evolved from a collection of custom typefaces crafted at his previous design agency, Studio Makgill. Five distinct typefaces were developed through an exclusive partnership with Colophon Foundry. Following the sale of Colophon in 2024, we took the opportunity to launch Weekend Type as an independent entity.

With many years of experience creating celebrated designs for a range of clients, Hamish brings an artistic and designer’s eye and a deep understanding of typography to the foundry. This unique perspective ensures that our typefaces don’t just look beautiful – they work beautifully, too.

Alongside its retail library, Weekend Type designs custom typefaces and logotypes. Not every brand needs a bespoke typeface, but it can be a potent investment for organisations looking to truly own their visual voice. A custom typeface can be a core part of a company's DNA, a mark of distinction, and a practical asset. 

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ETHICS

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At Weekend Type, we believe in the power of positive messages, and that type design can contribute to social change (the medium is the message). That's why we offer free and discounted licenses for projects that work with communities experiencing oppression, fighting for social justice, or striving to build a better future for all – not just a few. If your project aligns with these values, please reach out to abc@weekendtype.xyz.

On the other hand, our typefaces are not available for projects that seek to dominate, extract and exploit marginalised people and our planet, including industries like oil and gas. We also strictly prohibit their use in projects amplifying any form of discrimination, such as transphobia, racism, misogyny and violence in all its forms. 

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STUDENTS

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