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Understanding these scaling laws can help us design better cities and companies.
A building can only be alive if it fits into its context.
The essence of good design is to create spaces that foster life.
The science of acoustics can transform how we design our spaces.
Good design is actually a lot harder to notice than bad design.
The beauty of a building comes from its ability to connect with the world.
The arrogance of the state is manifested in its belief that it can redesign society according to its own rationality.
From Seeing Like a State by James C. Scott
The most important part of engineering is the human factor.
Patterns are the essence of architecture.
It is not enough to design a product that works; it must also be usable.
We need to think carefully about how we design and implement superintelligent systems.
From Superintelligence by Nick Bostrom
A well-designed circuit should be easy to understand.
Understanding human needs is essential in creating effective technology.
Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication.
Understanding the behavior of real components is critical to circuit design.
We must design for the way people behave, not for how we would like them to behave.
What is remarkable about a map is its ability to convey complex information in a simple format.
People often confuse the visual with the functional.
Mistakes are a part of the design process.
A pattern is a solution to a problem in a context.
We need to redefine success, not just in terms of money and power.
From Thrive by Arianna Huffington
Each building is a living thing, a creature which has its own life.
Simplicity is the soul of efficiency.
Each pattern in this book is like a tiny piece of a larger, living structure.
Design should be intuitive and simple.
Good design is a process of discovery.
The design of a metaobject protocol is a balance between complexity and usability.
Design for change.
The patterns we create should be a source of joy and delight.
Intentionality is the key to a fulfilling life.
From The Lazy Genius Way by Kendra Adachi
When a product fails, it is often the fault of the designer, not the user.
The most important aspect of design is how it interacts with people.
Good buildings come from good people, and all problems are solved by good design.
Create a system that serves you, not the other way around.
From The Lazy Genius Way by Kendra Adachi
The goal is not to simply eliminate the bad, but to pursue and experience the best.
From The 4-Hour Work Week by Timothy Ferriss
The only way to create a pattern is to understand the life that it will support.
Every object, whether it is a door, a phone, or a car, can be designed to be easier to use.
Evolution is a tinkerer, not an engineer.
From The Violinist's Thumb by Sam Kean
The design of a system reflects the values of its creators.
He believed that interaction with computers would be as natural as talking to another person.
We should be careful about how we design future AI systems.
From Superintelligence by Nick Bostrom
Every page on your site should have a purpose.
We need to design systems that enhance human capabilities, not replace them.
The world is a complex tapestry of precision and error, woven together by the hands of engineers.
Names are important. They should be descriptive and meaningful.
From Clean Code by Robert C. Martin
We have to redefine what success looks like.
From Brave, Not Perfect by Reshma Saujani
We are the architects of our own evolution.
From The Code Breaker by Walter Isaacson
The second-system effect is the tendency to add too much to a second system.
Create a life that reflects your values.
From Drop the Ball by Tiffany Dufu
We must design AI systems that are interpretable and transparent to their users.
From The Alignment Problem by Brian Christian
Design is not just what it looks like and feels like. Design is how it works.
Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication.
We are the architects of our own future.
From The Inevitable by Kevin Kelly
User-centered design means that we must focus on the needs of the user.
Profitability doesn’t have to come from relentless hustle; it can come from thoughtful design.
From Company of One by Paul Jarvis
The design of everyday things is about how things work and how people interact with them.
The best way to build is to create a structure that is alive.
The question isn't, 'What do I want?' but 'What would excite me?'
From The 4-Hour Work Week by Timothy Ferriss
The challenge is to design a metaobject protocol that is both powerful and easy to use.
The better we understand systems, the better we can design interventions.
The design of our cities can have a direct impact on public health.
From The Ghost Map by Steven Johnson
AI systems should be designed to complement human abilities, not replace them.
Biology is the study of complicated things that give the appearance of having been designed for a purpose.
From The Blind Watchmaker by Richard Dawkins
Complexity is not the same as sophistication.
The challenge is to design AI systems that can learn without compromising safety.
From Human Compatible by Stuart Russell
A well-designed pencil can enhance the creative process and inspire new ideas.
People often confuse the quality of the product with the quality of the design.
Risks associated with AI can only be mitigated through careful design.
From Human Compatible by Stuart Russell
The future of finance could be redefined by the rise of cryptoassets.
The illusion of design is a result of the cumulative effects of natural selection.
From The Blind Watchmaker by Richard Dawkins
Designing for manufacturability is as important as designing for performance.
The art of designing circuits is as much about intuition as it is about mathematics.
The circuit designer must always be aware of the limitations of the components used.
A single flaw can unravel the most intricate of designs, reminding us of the fragility of perfection.
Good design is a lot like clear thinking made visual.
Live a life that reflects your priorities.
From The Joy of Missing Out by Tonya Dalton
The pencil is a remarkable instrument of design that has survived the ups and downs of technology.
A well-designed object is one that is easy to use and understand.
The simplicity of the shipping container hides its profound impact on the world.
In its simplicity, the pencil embodies the essence of design and functionality.
From The Pencil: A History by Henry Petroski
When designers understand how people think, they can design better products.
Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication.
From Seeking Wisdom by Peter Bevelin
The design of everyday things is in the details.
The role of design is to create understanding.
Harmony is not a thing; it is a process of coming together.
A building is not just a collection of parts; it is a whole, a unity.
The design of the pencil has remained largely unchanged, a testament to its perfect form.
From The Pencil: A History by Henry Petroski
Ethics need to be built into the design of our technologies.
From The Big Nine by Amy Webb
Be the architect of your own career.
From Power Moves by Lauren McGoodwin
Our bodies are a miracle of engineering.
The ethics of AI should be a fundamental part of its design from the very beginning.
From Human Compatible by Stuart Russell
The design of things should be intuitive and easy to understand.
The air we breathe is a marvel of design.
From The Invention of Air by Steven Johnson
The design of everyday things is in the end about people.
The patterns of life are the key to creating enduring structures.
To design is to become sensitive to the way things are connected.
The challenge is not just to build systems that work, but to build systems that work for us.
From The Alignment Problem by Brian Christian
Evolution is a tinkerer, not an engineer.
From The Selfish Gene by Richard Dawkins
A good user interface is a balance between function and form.
Design should be human-centered, not technology-centered.