Agency Quote by David McCandless
“Information design has been around since the 1970s. Pioneers like Yale University design guru Edward Tufte and design agency Pentagram have long known and used its power. But now with the rise of the Internet, it's having something of a second birth.”
About This Quote
Design of information has long existed, but the internet revived and expanded its impact, making visual communication more vital.
In simple terms: Information design is old, now reborn online.
Key Takeaway
Leverage visual data tools.
Themes
design
information
technology
Mood
optimistic
analytical
Type
observational
insightful
When to use this quote
- marketing
- education
- journalism
- user experience design
Key Concepts
visual communication
data storytelling
Questions to Reflect On
- How can designers maintain clarity?
- What new mediums are emerging?
A Different Perspective
Online overload can dilute design quality.
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