In this episode of Beautiful Legacy, we explore the work of Ludwig Goller, the designer who helped transform typography into infrastructure.

DIN 1451 was not created for reading, expression, or style. It was designed for movement. For roads, railways, factories, and public systems where information must be understood instantly - often at speed, under pressure, and without room for error.

This episode examines how Goller approached letterforms as tools for decision-making, prioritising legibility, neutrality, and consistency over authorship. Through standardisation, DIN 1451 reduced cognitive load, increased safety, and enabled millions of people to navigate shared spaces independently.