Lorenz Klingebiel: Graphic Designer and Art Director for Frieze

Lorenz Klingebiel is a distinguished graphic designer and art director who maintains an active practice between Berlin, Germany, and London, UK. He is widely recognized for his role as the Art Director of frieze Magazine, a leading international publication on contemporary art and culture. Throughout his career, Lorenz Klingebiel has developed a robust portfolio that spans across editorial design, visual identity, books, catalogues, and posters. He is also the founder of *akʷā, a design studio and platform. His professional approach is deeply rooted in collaboration, working alongside a diverse range of practitioners including artists, architects, curators, musicians, and publishers. Notable collaborations include projects with the Josef and Anni Albers Foundation, Whitechapel Gallery, and Ancient Future Now. His design philosophy emphasizes the integration of typography, materials, and composition to enhance reader engagement and clarity. This meticulous attention to detail has earned him international acclaim, including multiple awards at the '100 Best Posters' competition. Lorenz Klingebiel's work has been exhibited globally in countries such as Austria, China, Finland, South Korea, and Switzerland. In addition to his editorial and studio work, he occasionally designs typefaces and contributes to the broader design discourse through lectures and interviews, such as the Fedrigoni 'Design Signatures' series. His practice continues to explore the intersection of aesthetic impact and functional readability across both physical and digital media.