Designs on Policy - Allison Arieff Blog - NYTimes.com
“Design touches all sectors of our daily life, and increasing awareness of that reality can result in tremendous benefit for all. Is design about aesthetics? Of course it is, but that’s just one of its many facets. Design can save time, money and one’s sanity. It can simplify use, enhance enjoyment, and keep us safe and well. I believe the National Design Policy can help to tangibly illustrate design’s value and help to keep it from being reduced to an afterthought…”
I very much agree! This is a great initiative and a way to try to get at the root of many problems. Of course, many things need much more immediately tangible fixes, but, long term, I definitely think this is very important to persue.
What do you think?
