Well, that's what it was bloody well designed to do…
“Well, that's what it was bloody well designed to do, wasn't it?”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The speaker acknowledges that a design’s purpose is to achieve a specific, perhaps harsh, outcome.
In simple terms: Designs serve their intended function, even if harsh.
Accept design intentions and assess suitability.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- product development
- technology assessment
- risk analysis
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Is the design ethically sound?
- Can the purpose be altered?
Design may have unintended negative impacts.