Andreu Balius is a type designer based in Barcelona, Spain. He designs retail and custom typefaces at typerepublic.com and has received several Excellence in Type Design awards for his work. Andreu is a member of AGI (Alliance Graphique Internationale), TDC (Type Directors Club), and ATypI (Association Typographique Internationale).
 He holds a PhD in Design from the University of Southampton, UK, and teaches typography and type design at EINA, University School of Design and Art in Barcelona. Andreu has delivered keynote lectures at national and international congresses and events, written articles for specialized books and magazines, and conducted workshops at various schools and universities. 
In addition to his professional pursuits, he enjoys hiking and mountain biking.