Charlotte Rohde
Type Designer
4 articles · Apr 2023 — Feb 2026
Articles & interviews
- Kanal by Base Design
BP&O · Feb 10, 2026
Base Design’s Brussels studio created a dynamic and flexible brand identity for Kanal, a new museum of modern and contemporary art and architecture opening in Brussels. The identity uses a custom variable typeface, Kanal Edge, and an open duotone colour system to reflect the institution’s evolving, participatory ethos. The project balances experimental, zine-like energy with a robust strategic framework that unifies its many cultural strands.
- The graphic trends you’ll want to bookmark for 2026
It's Nice That · Jan 12, 2026
The article, written by Ellis Tree for It’s Nice That’s Forward Thinking series, explores five emerging graphic design trends for 2026. It highlights a growing return to analogue and imperfect aesthetics, such as photocopied textures, scanning, and collage, as designers push back against hyper-digital polish. Examples include Charlotte Rohde’s Oficía Mono campaign, How&How’s branding for Big Cartel, and Louis Garella’s logo for Sonata Electronica.
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The Brand Identity · Apr 30, 2025
The article explores how branding is becoming more participatory, featuring Feeld’s community-driven rebrand with Made Thought and Figma’s remixable identity for its Config conference. It examines how both brands invite their audiences into the creative process—Feeld through structured co-creation and Figma through open remix culture—highlighting a shift toward democratic, flexible brand systems.
- Justified Studio’s identity for FIDO embraces its cultural context and necessary accessibility
The Brand Identity · Apr 18, 2023
Justified Studio created a vibrant and accessible brand identity for African fintech company FIDO, inspired by West African culture and Ankara Wax Prints. The identity uses a colourful palette, playful iconography, and flexible typography to balance personality with functionality. The project reflects FIDO’s mission to make financial services accessible across Africa.
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