Dubai is a Humanist typeface commissioned by the Government of Dubai in partnership with Microsoft and designed by a team of six members led by Nadine Chahine from Monotype. Released in 2017, it’s named after the city and represents a blend of Naskh script with modern influences, catering to over 85 million users in 180 countries. With 550 characters and 677 glyphs, Dubai font supports 23 languages and is included in Microsoft’s Windows 10 and Office 365. It offers four different weights, providing flexibility in design applications. These may include:
- Dubai Light
- Dubai Regular
- Dubai Medium
- Dubai Bold
The font’s changing thickness and contrasting strokes, reminiscent of Qalam writing, contribute to its modern yet welcoming appearance. It features sharp edges and curved strokes, reflecting the region’s culture with subtle hints of Arabic calligraphy for elegance. Dubai font is highly readable on screens and suitable for long textual blocks, making it versatile for various applications, including social media posts, headers, creative posters, and book covers. Its balanced proportions and modern design make it a neutral font that can complement other typefaces seamlessly, expressing Dubai’s forward-thinking spirit while respecting its cultural heritage.
