My Favorite Type of Designers — From the Desk of Van Schneider — Edition №272
She is as skilled at place-making as she is at sketching. She deals in stories as often as schematics. She is honest about the limitations of her chosen craft. And, yet, she remains convinced that thoughtful, accountable, and inclusive design is our best path toward positive and durable change.
Zack Bryant • Moral Design — Journey Group
- What is the user trying to DO?
- How does the user want to FEEL?
- Who does the user want to BE?
How I design is how I lead - Vinay's musings
1. 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