Hackney Type Map is a unique map dedicated to architectural lettering.
Discover the London borough of Hackney from a new perspective, with
insightful descriptions and original photography by Lilly Marques. The
guide explores centuries of typography across the borough, from
hand-painted signs and centuries-old stonework to neon letters and
contemporary metalwork. The unique lettering of Hackney connects us to
the borough's cultural history and thriving present, and inspires us to
find the hidden stories of signs all around us.
Author Lilly Marques is a Hackney-based designer and the curator of the
Hackney Type Project. She is part of the St Bride Foundation type
community, and lectures at Kingston University School of Arts.
Blue Crow Media's maps are printed in the UK by a family-run B
Corp-certified printer. We use quality recycled paper and print with
vegetable-based inks to ensure minimum environmental impact. The
Hackney Type Map is printed on A2 (420 x 594 mm / 16.5in x 23.4in)
paper, folded to A5 (148 x 210 mm) and is wrapped in a band.