Massimo Vignelli, a graphic designer who was well regarded by his most notably design of NY subway map has died today at the age of 83. It's a sad day for all graphic nerds. His work is truly a finest example of modern classical era in graphic design.
“Massimo, probably more than anyone else, gets the credit for introducing a European Modernist point of view to American graphic design,” Michael Bierut, a partner at Pentagram, a leading graphic design firm, said.
Watch his past interview below.
newyork city subway map from 1972, designed by Mr. Vignelli
american airlines identity and branding by vignelli associates, 1967
united colors of benetton identity by vignelli associates, 1995
heller packaging program by vignelli associates, 1968
knoll international poster by vignelli associates, 1966