Otl Aicher
Graphic designer, typographer, and entrepreneur
Born
May 13th, 1922
103 years ago
Died
September 1st, 1991
34 years ago — 69 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Germany
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A prominent graphic designer and typographer, made significant contributions to visual communication and design. Co-founded the renowned design agency, Hochschule für Gestaltung, in Ulm, which became a key institution in post-war design education. Developed the iconic visual identity for the 1972 Olympic Games in Munich, establishing a modern aesthetic in sports branding. Aicher emphasized clarity and functionality in design, influencing numerous projects in both corporate and public sectors. His work encompassed corporate identities, typefaces, and signage systems, leaving a lasting legacy in the field of graphic design.
Visual identity for the 1972 Munich Olympics
Co-founding Hochschule für Gestaltung in Ulm
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