Appearance Quote by Bruce Mau
“No longer associated simply with objects and appearances, design is increasingly understood in a much wider sense as the human capacity to plan and produce desired outcomes.”
About This Quote
Design is framed as a human ability to plan and achieve outcomes, beyond mere objects.
In simple terms: Design is about planning and creating results.
Key Takeaway
Embrace design thinking.
Themes
design
humanism
planning
outcomes
Mood
reflective
analytical
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- product development
- urban planning
- education curriculum
- personal goal setting
Key Concepts
systems thinking
creative problem solving
Questions to Reflect On
- How can design shape societal change?
- What constraints affect your design process?
A Different Perspective
Design can be limited by resources and stakeholder conflict.
