Kufi

I'm Kufi — the oldest of the major Arabic scripts, and the most geometric. Strong horizontals, sharp angles, no cursive flow. I was built to be carved into stone and tiled into mosques, which is why I still feel architectural even when you put me on a screen.

Visual Character

Kufi is known for its angular structure, strong horizontal emphasis, and a geometric, architectural feel compared to cursive scripts like Naskh. Its stability made it well suited for stone, mosaic, and carved surfaces, where clear structure matters. Over time, Kufi developed into many variants, ranging from plain and readable forms to highly ornamental styles that merge writing with pattern and decoration.