Emphase studio wins competition to design Switzerland's tenth banknote series
Lausanne-based Emphase studio wins the SNB competition for the 10th Swiss banknote series. Theme: "Switzerland and its altitudes."
By: AXL Media
Published: Mar 5, 2026, 6:02 AM EST
A Topographical Homage
The winning design, led by Fabienne Kilchör and Sébastien Fasel of Emphase, pays tribute to Switzerland’s diverse geography. The series is structured around six distinct altitudinal zones, with each denomination dedicated to a specific region:
10-franc: Lowlands
20-franc: Central Plateau
50-franc: Jura
100-franc: Alpine foothills
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