Grazie Enzo: Contemporary Responses to Enzo Mari

Enzo Mari was a pivotal figure in 20th century design and has had a major influence on many contemporary designers and their work. Accompanying the retrospective exhibition 'Enzo Mari Curated by Hans Ulrich Obrist with Francesca Giacomelli', this free display showcases the work of 14 London-based designers, studios and collectives whose practices share an affinity with Enzo Mari's.

Sometimes a designer’s work is so influential that it inspires generations and continues to resonate beyond their lifetime. The Italian designer Enzo Mari (1932 – 2020) was one of the most significant designers of the 20th century, his work spanning disciplines such as art, graphics, product design and education.

Mari’s wide-ranging practice has been a reference point for many and this display features a selection of London-based designers and studios whose work shares an affinity with Mari’s. They have connected with Mari’s interest in challenging production processes, his attention to the simplification of form, his engagement with toys and games, and his desire to democratise design.

Combine your visit to see Enzo Mari curated by Hans Ulrich Obrist with Francesca Giacomelli. This unmissable retrospective will span Mari’s 60-year career and bring together hundreds of his projects, ranging from furniture, children’s books and games, product and graphic design, to more conceptual installation-based works.

https://designmuseum.org/exhibitions/grazie-enzo-contemporary-responses-to-enzo-mari