hyskenstræde 5,
1207 copenhagen
info@stanza.dk
open: Mon–Fri, 10:00–16:00
and by appointment
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stanza is a PROGRAMME & STUDIO for critical graphic design & publishing in Copenhagen.
As a graphic design studio we accept commissions for projects such as visual identities, exhibition design and books within a broad range of cultural, institutional and political initiatives. For each project we like to occupy various roles besides graphic design, such as editing and researching, at times writing, photography and printing takes part as well.
As a noun, stanza has a double meaning, referring both to the linguistic (from English) and to the spatial (from Italian). While the first, points to the sentence structures within poems, the later simply means ‘a room’. Through various formats such as exhibitions, talks, screenings and presentations, stanza's project space manifests publishing as an independent artistic praxis.
s/z is our imprint for independent publishing.

- Marie Højlund
- Freja Kir
- Line-Gry Hørup
- Laura Silke
- Anni Vestergaard
- Åse Eg
- Mai Dengsøe
- Klara Li Scheutz
- Isabel Seiffert
stanza is a non-profit association and union founded on an interest in developing the way in which the concept of publishing is seen and discussed. Supporters of our space can become members of the association.
stanza curate and host local events, talks, presentations and exhibitions. These activities rely on research, fair working conditions and public inclusivity. The programme of stanza relies on the generous support of funding, donation and members.
As a member, you will receive a quarterly members-only newsletter, receive discount on selected events and publications, be invited for special previews, get priority access to any RSVP events, and most importantly, support the space.
- student, other valid reason: 100 kr / 14 euro
- regular: 300 kr / 42 euro
- company, institution: 1.500 kr / 210 euro
- donation: any amount welcome
stanza is generously funded by Statens Kunstfond and supported by our members.
stanza is located in the old center of Copenhagen. By public transport stanza can be reached via:
Metroline M3 or M4 to Gammel strand
Bus lines 2A, 5C and 250S stop at Rådhuspladsen
Bus lines 2A, 23, 31, 37 stop at Stormbroen
Train to Nørreport + 10 minutes walk
stanza is facing the street, located in a high ground floor former store. To visit stanza, you have to knock on the window, climb three steps leading to the main entrance. With this in mind, we regret that stanza currently has limited access for wheelchair users. If you have any specific questions regarding accessibility, please do not hesitate to contact us, we will do our best to accommodate all.
- Website by Robert Milne with Ronja Andersen