This new incarnation, known as DIN Pro, incorporated a range of weights and styles while maintaining the crisp, clean lines that made the original so distinctive. In 1995, typeface designer Albert-Jan Pool took the principles of the original DIN 1451 and expanded them into a complete font family. This font was all about clarity and legibility, traits that are still central to its identity today. The term “DIN” is actually an acronym for “Deutsches Institut für Normung”, the German Institute for Standardization. Originally known as DIN 1451, it was designed in 1936 for use in German engineering and technical applications such as road and railway signage. The story of DIN Pro is one that begins not in a design studio, but in the realm of German engineering. It’s a font that has its roots in the no-nonsense world of engineering and technical applications, yet has found a way to transcend those origins and make a lasting impact on the broader world of design. DIN Pro: Embracing Clarity and Versatility in TypographyĪmong the myriad of typefaces that adorn our visual landscape, DIN Pro stands out as a beacon of legibility and versatility. You can download this font for free by clicking on the download button. Din pro is a Grotesque, OTF, Roman, Sans serif typeface.
