Design Quote by Tibor Kalman
“When you make something no one hates, no one loves it.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Design Critique, 1998
If a creation fails to provoke strong reactions, it lacks impact and relevance.
In simple terms: Avoid blandness; aim for boldness.
Create work that sparks emotion.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- Advertising
- product design
- art installations
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What emotions do you want your work to evoke?
- Is controversy always valuable?
May alienate some audiences.