In the media: Japan, China, Denmark
Recently, Kontrapunkt has met rising attention from not only local, but also global media. The attention corresponds to the company's growing list of global commitments.
Under the heading "Hot Type", the May issue of the Chinese design magazine CASA International features Kontrapunkt and talks to creative director Bo Linnnemann. In addition, the April issue of Japanese design magazine Axis highlights Kontrapunkt in an introduction to the latest examples of branding around the world.
Moreover, Kontrapunkt has appeared in various local media, commenting on specific design matters as well as broader cultural matters:
- • Feature article in Politiken (May 14) about the Kontrapunkt font and the ability to download it free from our website.
- • In an article in Berlingske Tidende (June 8) addressing the FIFA World Cup, Kontrapunkt designer Andreas Emenius comments on the duel between adidas and Nike.
- • Newsflash in Erhvervsbladet (April 21) concerning Kontrapunkt's award-winning retail design for the new tourist information centre, Copenhagen Right Now.
- • Creative director Bo Linnemann quoted in feature article in Dagbladet Børsen (April 19) about the Chinese market for branding and design.
- • Strategic director Rasmus Bech Hansen interviewed in TV2 Nyhederne. (April 17) about the Mohammed cartoon row and the effect it has had on the Danish brand.
For further information, please contact Rasmus Bech Hansen, strategic director, ///
June 2006