Hopeless Diamond is a contemporary display type inspired by the dimensionality of 19th century carved lettering and the radical forms of the B-2 Spirit Stealth Bomber and the F-117 Nighthawk Stealth Strike Aircraft. The typeface itself contains three different styles, each with an italic and an alternate character set that can be used to generate a number of interesting permutations. The name was derived from the somewhat derisory term the test pilots gave an early model of the F-117. Due to its unusual structure and departure from aerodynamic doctrine they referred to it as the ‘Hopeless Diamond’.
Barnbrook is one of Britain’s most well-known and highly regarded independent creative studios, based in London. We work with a variety of clients across the globe and projects of varying scales. From overseeing the brand identity and environmental graphics of Art Basel to our much-discussed David Bowie album covers.
Barnbrook’s contribution to design was recognised with a retrospective at the Design Museum in London entitled Friendly Fire in 2007.
Awards
59th Annual Grammy Awards – Winner of “Best Recording Package” for Blackstar, 2016
The Design Museum Museum Beazley Design of The Year – Winner of ‘Graphic Design of the Year’ for Blackstar, 2016
Internships
Currently because of COVID-19 we are unable to continue our internship scheme until further notice.
Barnbrook
Unit 1
37 Bavaria Road
London N19 4EU
United Kingdom
General & business enquiries: us(at)barnbrook.net
