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“I made some salt and pepper shakers a while back and waited three years for them to come.” quote by Marc Newson
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“I made some salt and pepper shakers a while back and waited three years for them to come.”

Marc Newson

About This Quote

Source Interview: Design Museum, 2015

Patience and anticipation can be part of the creative process, even for mundane objects.

In simple terms: Waiting can be part of creating.

Key Takeaway

Embrace patience in design work.

Themes

design patience process

Mood

contemplative calm

Type

design philosophical

When to use this quote

  • craftsmanship
  • consumer product launch

Key Concepts

product development creative timing

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does waiting influence your creativity?
  • What objects benefit from delayed gratification?
A Different Perspective

Rushing may diminish quality.

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