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“Any color works if you push it to the extreme.”

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Massimo Vignelli

Massimo Vignelli is an Italian-American designer renowned for his contributions to graphic design, interior design, and environmental graphic design. His works include the iconic New York City subway logo, the American Airlines logo, and visual identity systems for numerous brands and institutions. more

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