Design as (Programmed) Art – Bruno Munari and the Ever-Changing Vision of Creativity

Design as (Programmed) Art delves into the dynamic and endlessly evolving work of Bruno Munari, highlighting his belief that “in nature, everything changes… Art has to keep renewing itself.” This volume, curated by David Reinfurt, co-founder of The Serving Library, explores Munari’s innovative approach to graphic design, typography, layout, and color, illustrating how his ideas of programmed art shaped both his visual and artistic practice.

From iconic Campari posters for the Milan subway to meticulously designed book covers for Einaudi and Bompiani, Munari’s work embodies a philosophy of continual transformation, blending systematic design with playful experimentation. Through careful analysis and contextual commentary, Reinfurt provides readers with a window into Munari’s methods, demonstrating how structure and spontaneity coexist in the pursuit of artistic evolution.

Part of Corraini Edizioni’s series I Quaderni di Spazio Munari, this volume offers both scholars and creatives a fresh perspective on Munari’s groundbreaking approach to visual communication, showing how design can function as a living, programmed form of art.