TYPEONE Magazine #9

Where food, typography, language, and packaging design converge, TYPEONE Magazine Issue #09 serves up a fresh perspective on the way we interact with the world around us. Curated by Norwegian design studio Olsson Barbieri, Issue #09’s editorial delves into the broader ecological and cultural implications of food packaging, bringing a fresh perspective on the design industry’s role in shaping a more sustainable and thoughtful future.

At the heart of this issue is a provocative exploration of how packaging influences not just the marketplace but our relationship with food, the environment, and each other. Featuring a collection of essays, interviews, and design showcases, this 136-page volume offers readers a deep dive into the nuances of food-related design and the stories behind the products we consume. From zero-waste initiatives to type-driven food branding, the contributors challenge conventional approaches to food packaging and encourage reflection on the hidden structures within the global food system.

With thoughtful insights from industry pioneers and typographers, including an essay from food critic Alicia Kennedy, and hands-on advice from Think Packaging’s Mat Bogust, this issue brings together a diverse array of voices in the design and food industries. Highlighting innovations in sustainable packaging, the emotional and cultural power of food, and the role of typography in shaping perceptions.

TYPEONE Magazine Issue #09 is an invitation to question, reflect, and take action on the ways we design and consume, fostering new narratives and celebrating diversity in the world of packaging, food, and typography.