DBU
Studio Linda Hintz · Linda Hintz, Trine Rask · 2023
A bespoke two-weight typeface in three widths designed for the Danish Football Association, with details drawn from Thorvald Bindesbøll's century-old DBU seal.
About
Commissioned through Urgent.Agency and created in collaboration with Trine Rask, the family balances everyday text use with demanding display applications across banners, websites and social media. The Condensed cuts handle data-heavy lists and statistics, while an Extended variant serves caps-only headline settings. Subtle references to Bindesbøll's original 1900 seal give the design a grounded historical thread without leaning into pastiche.
Classification
A custom sans-serif with geometric tendencies and condensed/extended variants, designed for sports branding and multi-channel use. Its proportions and details reference Thorvald Bindesbøll's historical DBU seal.