This is a selection of inventive reinterpretations of words by students on the HND Graphic Design course at Bedford College. Tutor Jeffrey Tribe explains “students were challenge to create a unique an expressive typeface as a cover for an imaginary Dutch arts magazine”.

The different treatments of the word ‘human’ alter its meaning interestingly, adding depth, twists or make a comment about human behaviour. What do the reinterpretations mean to you?

Above: burning ‘human’ by Keris Smith, shattering ‘human’ by Jack Templeman

Experiments with broken mirrors and reflections by Jack Templeman

Fire alphabet by Keris Smith

‘Machine’ clothing in front loading washing machines by Tiffany Trethowan

Roughly cut wooden type by Jackie Hough

Examining skin effects by Jack Templeman

Plastic packaging found on packs of beer by Sean Wood

Click here to go to the Type Tasting Tested on Humans HQ. These are fun and thought provoking surveys which are part of the research into the experience of being a type consumer. Please take part and share the link with friends and colleagues.