Animal Quote by James Lileks
““What's the deal with putting animal feet on tubs? It's like insisting that all pianos should have tails, or dinner tables should have scrotal sacs. One of the things we like about tubs is their immobility, their general disinclination to bolt out of the room, scramble down the stairs, and make for the woods in a blind feral panic.””
About This Quote
Source Column: Humor Blog, 2018
Absurd critique of bathtub design highlights resistance to change.
In simple terms: Tubs are static; adding features feels odd.
Key Takeaway
Question unnecessary design changes.
Themes
design
innovation
humor
comfort
resistance
Mood
witty
skeptical
Type
satirical
observational
When to use this quote
- product development
- marketing
- user experience
Key Concepts
industrial design
consumer behavior
creativity
Questions to Reflect On
- What makes a design change beneficial?
- How to balance tradition and innovation?
A Different Perspective
May dismiss useful improvements.
