Beautiful Quote by Yevgeny Zamyatin
“Only the rational and useful is beautiful.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: We, 1921
True beauty arises only from elements that serve a rational and practical purpose.
In simple terms: Only useful, rational things are beautiful.
Key Takeaway
Seek functionality in design.
Themes
aesthetic
functionality
rationality
utility
Mood
contemplative
critical
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- product design
- architecture
- software interfaces
- art installations
Key Concepts
design philosophy
minimalism
Questions to Reflect On
- Can something beautiful be purely decorative?
- When is utility more important than form?
A Different Perspective
Beauty can also be found in the irrational or decorative.
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