AIGA 100: A Century of Design

A few iconic pieces from MODA Atlanta, from their AIGA 100 Exhibit. AIGA (formerly known as the American Institute of Graphic Arts) celebrates its centennial year with a remarkable exhibition from the organization’s archives. Cutting edge work by esteemed designers like Paul Rand, Saul Bass, Milton Glaser, Stefan Sagmeister and many more reveals, precision and nuance that design brings to our commercial and cultural dialogue.


The exhibit ended October 5.

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