Rebus

Rebus is a modular, blockish, and curve-free typeface designed by Daniel Calders, inspired by the lettering found on the façade of the building at Lange Koepoortstraat 59 in Antwerp, Belgium. The bold, geometric forms of the original letters provide a striking visual identity, while the numerals, diacritics, and additional glyphs draw inspiration from numerous alphabets created by Dutch architects in the 1920s, extending the design into a complete and cohesive system.
With its strong modular construction and uncompromising minimalism, Rebus is ideal for applications that demand impact and clarity. It is well suited for websites, posters, packaging, signage, as well as architecture and modern art museum catalogues. By combining historical influences with contemporary design sensibilities, Rebus offers a versatile tool for designers seeking a typeface that is simultaneously rooted in early 20th-century modernist lettering and fully adapted for today’s visual communication needs.