Areas Quote by Jeanne Gang
“If you want to push design into new areas, you have to work closely across the boundaries of people's trades and professions. If you know the questions to ask, you can pull out the expertise.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Design conference, 2018
Effective design requires interdisciplinary collaboration and asking the right questions to tap expertise.
In simple terms: Design works best across fields.
Key Takeaway
Collaborate and ask insightful questions.
Themes
design
collaboration
expertise
innovation
Mood
inspirational
practical
Type
professional
educational
When to use this quote
- architecture projects
- product development
- team workshops
- research initiatives
Key Concepts
interdisciplinary work
questioning
knowledge sharing
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you bridge professional gaps?
- What questions unlock hidden expertise?
A Different Perspective
Barriers between professions can hinder communication.
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