--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: In some cases there are ways of thinking…" description: "\"In some cases there are ways of thinking about what an architectural program produces - interior and exterior - that is not necessarily directed by an ..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/81c/jimenez-lai-17092_action_in-some-cases-there-are-ways-of-thinking_2580879.jpg" --- # In some cases there are ways of thinking about what an… ![“In some cases there are ways of thinking about what an architectural program produces - interior and exterior - that is not necessarily directed by an economic requirement, but is a diagram based on human actions, selfish or otherwise.” quote by Jimenez Lai](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/81c/jimenez-lai-17092_action_in-some-cases-there-are-ways-of-thinking_2580879.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/81c/jimenez-lai-17092_action_in-some-cases-there-are-ways-of-thinking_2580879.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/81c/jimenez-lai-17092_action_in-some-cases-there-are-ways-of-thinking_2580879.jpg) > “In some cases there are ways of thinking about what an architectural program produces - interior and exterior - that is not necessarily directed by an economic requirement, but is a diagram based on human actions, selfish or otherwise.” [Jimenez Lai](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/jimenez-lai/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Design should prioritize human behavior over pure economics, using diagrams that map actions and motivations. **In simple terms:** Design based on human actions, not just profit. Key Takeaway Design with people in mind. Themes design human-centered economics Mood analytical inspired Type theoretical practical When to use this quote - urban planning - architecture - product design Key Concepts behavioral design systems thinking Questions to Reflect On - How do you balance profit and human need? - What actions drive your design? 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