Banking Quote by Louise Wilson
“Are there a lot of designers that matter? The industry hasn’t got a litmus test any more. The whole thing has imploded. Watch it die, like the banking industry”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Design Matters Podcast, 2023
The design field lacks clear standards, leading to collapse and comparison to failing industries like banking.
In simple terms: Design has no clear quality test now.
Seek clear criteria for design value.
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When to use this quote
- product launches
- agency hiring
- budget cuts
- client negotiations
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What metrics could define good design?
- How can designers protect their work from market volatility?
Not all collapse is inevitable; niches can thrive.