"My father never believed in me saying dreams or ambitions. He always taught me to write them on a piece of A4 paper so they would become proofs of my dedication sent out to the future. I continue the ritual to this day."
Naoki Kotaka is the founder of Front, a Tokyo-based consultancy specializing in brand development and creative direction for international clients across art, fashion, culture and lifestyle sectors. Naoki has a background in architecture and worked for leading London design studio Amanda Levete Architects (formerly known as Future Systems). On relocating to Tokyo, he joined VACANT, where he ran the international projects and communications programs. In 2014, he formed FRONT and began working as a creative consultant. He is a contributing editor to FREE Magazine, Nichola Formichetti's latest publishing venture.
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