The exhibition "Graphic Collection: 50 Years of Design in Portugal (1974-2024)" presents a contemporary and multifaceted view of Portuguese graphic design, highlighting its evolution from the 25 April 1974 Revolution to the present day. The exhibition features a selection of original objects, including posters, publications, books, postcards, and other printed materials, offering a comprehensive perspective on the contributions of various designers and studios over the past five decades.
Curated by a graphic collective formed by bárbara says..., António Silveira Gomes, Cláudia Castelo, and José Albergaria, the exhibition reflects the diversity and creativity of Portuguese design. By bringing together pieces from different periods and styles, it invites visitors to explore the evolution of an art form essential to contemporary visual culture.
Among the featured participants are renowned Portuguese designers and studios, including Alda Rosa, Alfaiataria, Alice's House, Ana Baliza, And Atelier, André Cruz, Andrew Howard, ATA, Atelier d'Alves, Atelier Nunes e Pã, Atlas Projectos, B2, barbara says..., Bráulio Amado, Cláudia Lancaster, Dayana Lucas, Desisto, Dobra Studio, Drop, Eduardo Aires Studio, Francisco Laranjo, Francisco Providência, Frau im Mond, Germes Gang, Gonçalo Fialho, Henrique Cayatte, Homem do Saco, Ideias com Pelos, Inês Nepomuceno, Isabel Lucena, Item Zero, Joana Durães Studio, Joana Monteiro, Joana Pestana, João Machado, João Maio Pinto, João Vinagre, José Albergaria, José Mendes, Kai Bernau, Letra, Macedo Cannatà, Mackintoxico, Mantraste, Márcia Novaes, Mariana Veloso, Né Santelmo, Nora Design, Oficina ARARA, Pã Design, Paul Hartman, Pedro Falcão, Planeta Tangerina, R-Typography, R2, Royal Studio, Secretonix, Silva Designers, Sofia Gonçalves, Trienal de Arquitectura + Yara Kono, Vera Tavares, Vera Velez, Vida Justa, Vivóeusébio.
Each piece in the exhibition contributes to a rich and diverse visual narrative, showcasing the significance of graphic design in shaping Portugal’s cultural identity.
