Go Quote by Jay Blades
“If you're not making something that can be repaired, why are you making it? It's just going to go to landfill.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Sustainable design, Jay Blades, 2020
If products aren't repairable, they become waste; design for repairability to reduce landfill.
In simple terms: Design for repair, not disposal.
Key Takeaway
Make things that can be fixed.
Themes
sustainability
design
environment
Mood
thoughtful
concerned
Type
educational
When to use this quote
- home repairs
- consumer electronics
- furniture
- public policy
Key Concepts
circular economy
product lifecycle
Questions to Reflect On
- What can you repair instead of replace?
- How does repairability affect product choice?
A Different Perspective
Repairability may increase cost.
