Vanguard
Description
Vanguard is a project inspired by the anti-gentrification protest. It serves as a visual statement, amplifying the voices of those affected by gentrification and demanding that gentrifiers take notice. The design draws from the historical use of wrought iron gates, symbols of wealth, protection, and stability, but reinterprets them as tools of protest. In doing so, it reclaims these elements, transforming them from symbols of exclusion to ones of resistance and community empowerment.
This type family consists of three fonts. Each symbolizes different aspects of fighting against gentrification. Defender reimagines the sharp spikes at the top of the gates once used to protect the wealthy, now to a symbol of defiance and protection for the marginalized communities. Preservor draws from the ornamentals, representing the preservation of culture and history in the face of displacement. Lastly, Fortis takes in the sturdiness at the bottom of the gate to embody strength and resilience. It represents the unwavering commitment to stand firm and make a powerful statement against the forces of gentrification.
