Bruno Munari
Designer
In their own words
designing for industry means prostituting oneself to materialism
Articles & interviews3
- Sibling Duo Democràcia Redefines Design with Bold Brand Identities
The article profiles Democràcia, a Valencia-based sibling-run design studio founded by Marta and Javi Tortosa. Known for their bold, concept-driven identities and editorial projects, the duo’s work spans cultural and creative sectors, including projects for Cotec, NEO2, and Aceituna de España. Their design philosophy balances narrative and form, drawing inspiration from midcentury art and fashion influences.
- Branding for Thick Pickle by Studyhall
BP&O’s Thomas Barnett reviews Studyhall’s self-initiated conceptual brand ‘Thick Pickle’, a humorous and maximalist identity project that blurs the line between satire and viable product. The article critiques its trend-driven nature and questions the seriousness of its intent while praising its visual exuberance and experimental design approach.
- New Brand Identity for .Oddity Frangrance by .Oddity Studio
BP&O’s feature on .Oddity Studio’s self-initiated project, .Oddity Fragrance, explores how the Hong Kong-based collective merges design and scent to create a multi-sensory brand experience. The project, developed with perfumer Mark Buxton, emphasizes craftsmanship, conceptual storytelling, and the intersection of art and design. The article positions the work as an experimental, poetic, and tactile exploration of inspiration and sensory perception.