Mat Desjardins
Designer · Creative Director · Type Designer · Founder
5 articles · Oct 2021 — Sep 2025
Quotes
“Even if the previous site was award-winning, it was lacking a few things.”
“We research in new places, we explore differently, we iterate more.”
“The real breakthrough will come from pairing these workhorse types with something bolder: highly expressive typefaces that add contrast, character and soul.”
Articles & interviews
- "Top 50 Fonts Designers Will Love in 2026"
Creative Boom · Sep 18, 2025
Creative Boom’s article by Tom May surveys the design community to identify 50 typefaces expected to trend in 2026. The roundup highlights a mix of contemporary and classic fonts from leading foundries such as Grilli Type, Klim, ABC Dinamo, and Pangram Pangram. It reflects a broader trend toward revisiting familiar grotesques and serifs with modern refinements for digital and branding applications.
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The Brand Identity · Jul 1, 2025 · Interview
The Brand Identity interviews Mat Desjardins about Pangram Pangram Foundry’s evolution and the year-long redesign of its website. Desjardins discusses the motivations behind the update, the design and development process with François Coté, and how the new site reflects the foundry’s global growth. The conversation also touches on upcoming type releases and a secret collaboration tied to the future of typography.
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Creative Boom · Oct 17, 2024
Creative Boom’s 2025 font roundup highlights 50 typefaces expected to shape the year’s visual landscape. The article, written by Katy Cowan, gathers community input to showcase a mix of reimagined classics and innovative new designs, reflecting trends like elegant serifs, expressive sans serifs, and versatile variable fonts. It features work from notable designers and foundries including Fred Smeijers, Margot Lévêque, Pangram Pangram, and Oh No Type Co.
- Top Font Trends to Watch in 2025
Creative Boom · Oct 17, 2024
Creative Boom’s feature by Katy Cowan explores the key font trends expected in 2025, drawing insights from designers across several studios. The article highlights a return of serif typefaces, a pushback against minimalist sans serifs, and the continued rise of variable and expressive fonts. It also notes a growing interest in neo-retro and DIY-inspired typography as brands seek individuality and emotional connection.
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Creative Boom · Oct 27, 2021
Creative Boom’s article by Tom May highlights 36 fonts expected to trend in 2022, exploring the evolution of typography after the pandemic. It discusses key movements such as retro revivals, sustainability, accessibility, and the rise of custom and variable fonts. Designers and studios share insights on how type design is adapting to inclusivity, technology, and brand differentiation.
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