Computer Quote by Dieter Rams
“Design is a thinking process that starts in the head and with sketches. Thinking cannot be done by a computer.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Rams: A Critical History of Design, 2018
Design begins as mental activity, then externalized through sketches; computers cannot replicate this intuitive, tactile thinking.
In simple terms: Design starts in mind, then sketches; computers lack intuition.
Key Takeaway
Embrace sketching to capture ideas.
Themes
design
creativity
process
intuition
Mood
reflective
inspired
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- product development
- architectural planning
- graphic design
- ideation sessions
Key Concepts
cognitive design
visualization
Questions to Reflect On
- How do sketches change your thinking?
- Can digital tools ever fully mimic tactile iteration?
A Different Perspective
Computer tools can aid but not replace human intuition.
