"Good design begins with honesty, asks tough questions, comes from collaboration and from trusting your intuition."
- Freeman Thomas
Freeman Thomas was an automobile designer who was involved with the design of the Volkswagon Beetle and Audi TT, as well as many others. He currently works as the director of the Ford Advanced Engineering Design Studio. I believe this quote sums up what good design is all about. First and foremost, honesty is the best policy in any design, whether it be an automobile or a work of art. An honest designer will gain trust and respect, not only from their audience, but from those they are in collaboration with on the project as well. The next step is to constantly question yourself throughout the design process, but be sure that this mediation does not turn to doubt. Trust your intuition, regardless of what outside influnences may say or believe. It is your idea, your design, and your plan. Keep it original, and perfect it as you go along.
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