Human Behaviors

To understand what is not considered sublime, we must first take a look at what is. In the interior design world, sublime design can be described as "both beautiful and functional" and "a luxurious and sophisticated way to create a space that meets all of the needs of the occupants" (Willson 2022). My version of sublime design is when something is made to be flashy and over the top. Not only does it meet the needs of its users, but it can also be visually appealing. If sublime design is visually appealing and attractive, design that isn't sublime must be the exact opposite. Is there anything in your life that you use on the daily that could arguably be a necessity, however is simple and basic in design? I have been fascinated by this discussion topic and come up with multiple that I am excited to share. Pumping Gas During the colder months, pumping gas can be a real pain. Your hands can get cold and hurt after holding the pump for too long. Do you ever wish that...

Having a design philosophy is an essential component for any designer to have a successful and cohesive brand. It encompasses the principles that establish the core values of a designer. "The greatest brands of our time have a visionary behind them who sets the design philosophy for their product or service, then validates it with users." (Andrews 2018) At first it was difficult to really define my personal design philosophy, however I have come to the conclusion that it is composed of three main points. Less is More. As a young designer, I have struggled with accepting this as one of the focal points to my design principal. I have always had a hard time creating heavily detailed work and believed it to be a flaw in my process. However, after learning more about my field and studying other designers with similar interests as myself, I have come to the conclusion that it is actually a strength in my philosophy. I believe it is important to design with simplicity in mind and to...