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“The designer [...] has a passion for doing something that fits somebody's needs, but that is not just a simple fix. The designer has a dream that goes beyond what exists, rather than fixing what exists. [...] The designer wants to create a solution that fits in a deeper situational or social sense.” quote by David E. Kelley
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“The designer [...] has a passion for doing something that fits somebody's needs, but that is not just a simple fix. The designer has a dream that goes beyond what exists, rather than fixing what exists. [...] The designer wants to create a solution that fits in a deeper situational or social sense.”

David E. Kelley

About This Quote

Source Interview: Design philosophy discussion, 2018

Design should address deeper social contexts, not just superficial fixes, aiming for solutions that resonate with users' broader situations.

In simple terms: Design must solve deeper social needs.

Key Takeaway

Create socially aware designs.

Themes

design empathy innovation social impact

Mood

thoughtful analytical

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • product development
  • urban planning
  • public policy
  • service design

Key Concepts

human-centered design systems thinking contextual relevance

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can designers balance idealism with feasibility?
  • What social contexts are often ignored in design?
A Different Perspective

Overemphasis on ideals may overlook practical constraints.

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