Design is compromise
hot take: designers often feel like they have to defend every single choice they make, as if they're constantly on trial. that's because design is so visual—anyone can glance at it and throw out opinions, even if those opinions are vague or come from someone without much expertise. for instance, a non-designer might casually say, "this color feels... See more
orkward ☄︎x.com1. Design isn't about you.
Good design isn't pure self-expression. It's problem-solving. The work isn't yours; it's for an audience, a client, and a cause. Put ego second, impact first.
2. Ideas beat beauty.
Shiny doesn't mean smart. A simple idea, executed well, will always outlast decoration or new tech. Start with the thinking.
3. Look beyond... See more
Good design isn't pure self-expression. It's problem-solving. The work isn't yours; it's for an audience, a client, and a cause. Put ego second, impact first.
2. Ideas beat beauty.
Shiny doesn't mean smart. A simple idea, executed well, will always outlast decoration or new tech. Start with the thinking.
3. Look beyond... See more
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A well-designed surface conveys a point of view on how work should be done. Notion has an opinion about what a blank page should look like. Figma has an opinion about where your tools live.