Being the best Quote by I. M. Pei
“Be the best, not necessarily the original.”
About This Quote
Source Architectural manifesto, design essay
Strive for excellence in execution, not merely originality; quality surpasses novelty
In simple terms: Be excellent, not just original
Key Takeaway
Focus on superior execution over novelty
Themes
design
excellence
originality
Mood
inspirational
thoughtful
Type
design
philosophical
When to use this quote
- product design
- artistic practice
- innovation workshops
Key Concepts
architectural theory
creative process
quality standards
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance originality with excellence?
- What defines excellence in your field?
A Different Perspective
Originality without quality is hollow
![“When I got the opportunity to do the new wing [the Schauhaus] for the German Historical Museum, for instance, I didn't see it as an opportunity for my own ego, to do something so exciting that every architectural publication would want to put it on the cover. I accepted it because I knew it was…” quote by I. M. Pei](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/89d/i-m-pei-21076_accepted_when-i-got-the-opportunity-to-do-the-new_284075.jpg)
