the only thing that Socrates
claims to know anything about is love. Apparently, he was a rather
emotional guy--more than most philosophers today.By the way, his
theory of design and interactive design was also quite passionate--more
than most design theories today.
Totally agree with this.
Who cares about the theoretical values of design in a profession aimed directly
towards sales?
Loewy beat out the Bauhaus in his legacy of change for change's sake. Where did
the word marketing sit with Gropius for example?
Are we simply analysing a "talent, skillset or ability" nowadays directed
towards the increasingly more profitable ability to create land-fill?
The replies will surely mention Papanek and wind-up radios, green design
theories, etc. But that is not what is really happening - how many new
toothbrushes did you throw away last year - each one very cleverly designed?
What was the last 'green' injection molding anyone, anywhere purchased?
Please answer that and stay fashionable.
Glenn Johnson
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