# Typographic Chess Boards The type(chess)set is Ultra-Modern and Exudes Artistic Talent By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2012-11-09 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contemporary-chess-set References: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/design/hat-trick-design-typographic-chess-set/) & [hat-trickdesign](http://www.hat-trickdesign.co.uk/shop/product/24?typechessset) Chess and typography fans alike are sure to be pleased by the type(chess)set that transforms traditional pieces into contemporary art. Designed in the classic black and white format, this [chess set](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dune-chess-set) doesn't feature the usual medieval figurines, but rather [capital letters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orma-chair) for each one: K for king, Q for queen and so on. Designer Jim Sutherland had a tough time getting the design just right, as he told DesignBoom, "It was a really tricky production in order to get the fine detail and the counters sharp etc, plus making sure everything stood up properly for example the Q and P had to be redrawn for stability and the 'Kt' ligature for knight was redrawn." The set is available over at the Hat-Trick Design site for £275. Additional Sources: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/design/hat-trick-design-typographic-chess-set/) | [hat-trickdesign](http://www.hat-trickdesign.co.uk/shop/product/24?typechessset) Photo Credits: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/design/hat-trick-design-typographic-chess-set/), [hat-trickdesign](http://www.hat-trickdesign.co.uk/shop/product/24?typechessset) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 41% | Activity: 85% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Artistic Chess Sets:** Creating chess sets that transform traditional pieces into contemporary art opens up opportunities for unique and visually appealing designs. - **Typography-inspired Products:** Blending the worlds of typography and product design allows for innovative and visually striking creations like the type(chess)set. - **Customized Game Pieces:** Introducing customized game pieces, such as using capital letters for each chess piece, offers a fresh take on traditional games and can spark consumer interest. ### Who This Affects Most - **Art and Design:** The art and design industry can explore the creation of unique chess sets that appeal to design enthusiasts and collectors. - **Graphic Design:** Graphic designers can explore creating typography-inspired products that push the boundaries of traditional design. - **Toy and Game Manufacturing:** Toy and game manufacturers can tap into the market of customized game pieces to offer consumers a new and personalized gaming experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Ceramic Chess Seating Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chair-chess.md) - [Minimalist Artful Chessboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tarek-elkassouf.md) - [Incredibly Elegant Chess Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elevated-chess-set.md) - [Minimalist Monolithic Chess Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimalist-chess-set.md) - [Chess-Themed Art Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/checkmate-collection.md) - [Brutalist Chess Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mohmaya.md) - [Celestial Anti-Conflict Chess Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/another-kingdom-light-stage-chess-set.md) - [Flat-Pack Chess Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jigsaw-chess-set.md) - [Stealthy Automotive Chess Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rollsroyce-chess.md)