Kasper Pyndt Rasmussen, a Danish type designer, created the Aguzzo typeface in 2015, inspired by the Italian Augustea typeface. Initially, he designed a single weight that referenced Augustea's unique traits, like triangular punctuation. However, Aguzzo diverges from its predecessor by blending carved geometry with transitional elements, resulting in a distinct character. Displaay’s Martin Vácha highlights the originality of Aguzzo, noting how Rasmussen’s approach adds a strong sense of identity beyond its Italian influences. The typeface features sharp upright styles paired with steeply angled italics, creating a contrast that enhances its flexibility across various applications. Rasmussen’s background in creative work and publication design informs this hybrid approach, allowing Aguzzo to feel both innovative and functional. When Displaay collaborated with Rasmussen to expand the typeface, they refined several letterforms, including the terminals on certain characters. This collaborative revision process deepened the design's complexity and appeal. Aguzzo includes seven weights and 14 styles, along with a variable font axis, making it suitable for a wide range of contexts. One standout feature is the double-storey lowercase 'a,' which Vácha emphasizes as a perfect example of Aguzzo's balance between uniqueness and readability. The name Aguzzo, meaning "sharp" in Italian, reflects its aesthetic. Rasmussen argues for the importance of developing new typefaces, asserting that they play a vital role in visual communication and should continue to evolve alongside language.