Metro

This sign, was found in the montreal metro, is set in Univers. This font was used throughout the systems signage. It was also used for the Expo 67 and the 76 Olympics. Univers was very popular during the time when the Metro was being constructed (1966). Designed by Adrian Frutiger, it used a unique classification system to eliminate naming confusion. It has been used in other transit systems such as Paris' metro. This font is easy to read and is very appropriate for the aging, yet not bland, metro system. In fact, Toronto could learn a little something from Montreal in regards to subway station design! There had been talk about modernizing the signage. I, for one, am glad that it was decided against such and idea.

-michelle