Building Quote by Nicolas Ghesquiere
“As designers, we do so much with material and construction. It's really architectural; it comes close to building. A scent is so immaterial. It's really about emotion and sensation. Clothes are too, but it's not the same.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: 2018 Vogue feature on fashion design
Design blends tangible materials with intangible emotions, unlike scent which is purely sensory.
In simple terms: Design combines physical and emotional elements, while scent is only sensory.
Key Takeaway
Balance material and feeling in design.
Themes
design
materiality
emotion
Mood
thoughtful
inquisitive
Type
theoretical
practical
When to use this quote
- product development
- interior design
- branding
- experiential marketing
Key Concepts
sensory design
architecture
fashion theory
Questions to Reflect On
- How can designers integrate emotion without compromising practicality?
- What role does scent play in emotional design?
A Different Perspective
Emphasizing emotion may neglect functional aspects.
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