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Design as Art

Bruno Munari

Design as Art

Penguin Classics, 2008 (1st edition 1971)

An illustrated journey into the artistic possibilities of modern design, Munari insisted that design be beautiful, functional and accessible. The book sets out his ideas about visual, graphic and industrial design and the role they play in the objects we use everyday. Going beyond formal conventions and stereotypes to widen perceptual awareness.