Attitude Quote by Laszlo Moholy-Nagy
“Designing is not a profession but an attitude. Design has many connotations. It is the organization of materials and processes in the most productive way, in a harmonious balance of all elements necessary for a certain function. It is the intergration of technological, social, and economical requirements, biological necessities, and the psychological effects of materials, shape, color, volume and space. Thinking in relationships.”
About This Quote
Source Book: “The New Architecture” by Laszlo Moholy‑Nagy, 1930
Design is an integrative mindset that balances function, aesthetics, and societal needs through thoughtful organization of materials and processes.
In simple terms: Design blends function, beauty, and society.
Key Takeaway
Adopt a holistic design approach.
Themes
design
integration
functionality
beauty
systems thinking
Mood
analytical
inspired
pragmatic
Type
theoretical
practical
When to use this quote
- product development
- urban planning
- educational curricula
Key Concepts
systems theory
human‑centered design
sustainability
material science
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance efficiency with emotional appeal?
- What constraints limit holistic design?
A Different Perspective
May overlook emotional intuition in favor of rational analysis.
