Visual Systems
The Laws of Simplicity
John Maeda — 2006
In The Laws of Simplicity, MIT professor and designer John Maeda delivers a philosophical manifesto on how to balance the increasing complexity of technology with our need for clarity. Through ten laws and three technical keys, Maeda explores why "less is more" is not always the answer, arguing instead for a thoughtful rhythm between simplicity and complexity. It is an essential guide for designers seeking to create products that feel intuitive, human, and meaningful in a cluttered world.
- ISBN
- 0262134721
- ISBN 13
- 978-0262134729
- Pages
- 128
- Reading time
- 15
- Level
- Beginner
- Publisher
- The MIT Press
- Edition release date
- 21/08/2006
Notable Quotes
“Simplicity is about subtracting the obvious, and adding the meaningful.”
“The best designers in the world all squint when they look at something. They squint to see the forest from the trees—to find the right balance. Squint at the world. You will see more, by seeing less.”
“Technology and life only become complex if you let it be so.”
“When there is less, we appreciate everything much more.”
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