# Sofa-Inspired Fonts IKEA Launched 'Soffa Sans' Font Using VALLENTUNA Software By Grace Mahas | Published 2019-06-28 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soffa-sans References: [ikea](https://www.ikea.com/gb/en/planners/design-your-own-sofa-pube4af8d71) IKEA recently announced the launched of its new 'Soffa Sans' font that was created using VALLENTUNA software-- a sofa planning tool. The font was made in partnership with Proximity London and each letter of the font can form a section of a sofa. Marcos Tejedor, [Living Rooms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/antique-brass) Sales Leader [IKEA UK](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/life-in-stitches) & Ireland said: “We’ve been really enjoying seeing the fun that people are having with our sofas, and the innovative solutions they are creating. Inspired by their creativity, we’ve launched Soffa Sans: the world’s comfiest font. Its [modular form](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aire-modular) and relaxed letter-spacing makes it one of the most versatile fonts out there and we’re looking forward to seeing where it’s used.” This restrained typography denotes a comfortable yet universal experience. The well-crafted fonts can be downloaded to allow users to create their own sofas. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.2/10 - Popularity: 71% | Activity: 77% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Modular Fonts:** Creating fonts that can be deconstructed and rearranged offers opportunities for customizable design solutions. - **Branded Typeface:** Collaborating with well-known brands to create unique typefaces can enhance brand identity and user experience. - **Typography in Unexpected Contexts:** Using fonts in unconventional ways, such as forming furniture sections, can spark creativity and showcase innovation. ### Who This Affects Most - **Graphic Design:** Integrating modular fonts and branded typefaces can revolutionize graphic design practices and options. - **Furniture:** Exploring typography in furniture design can lead to innovative and playful product concepts. - **Marketing and Advertising:** Utilizing unique and creative typography approaches can help businesses differentiate their branding and attract consumer attention. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Realistic Bread-Inspired Sofas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-loafa.md) - [Dynamic Typeface-Like Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orma-chair.md) - [Futuristic Comfortable Sustainable Sofas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anagram-sofa.md) - [Typography-Inspired Canadian Sweatshirts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/okayok.md) - [Curved Bed-Inspired Sofas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/velar-sofa.md) - [Typography-Inspired Lifestyle Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-industries.md) - [Mood-Based Typography Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/font-moodify.md) - [Playful Font-Associated Personalities](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adobe-acrobat.md) - [Flexible Tech-Informed Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shift-sofa.md)