Design as (Programmed) Art

Bruno Munari wrote: ‘In nature, everything changes… Art has to keep renewing itself. Organic art will always be changing.’ This idea of constant change permeates Munari’s work, from his graphic design to his broader artistic practice. In this volume, David Reinfurt, graphic designer and co-founder of ‘The Serving Library’, explores Munari’s programmed art – spanning typography, layout, and color – in projects such as the Campari poster for the Milan subway and book covers for Einaudi and Bompiani (1960s–70s). ‘Design as (Programmed) Art’ is part of Corraini Edizioni’s series I Quaderni di Spazio Munari, offering new insights into Munari’s ever-evolving creative vision.