When something's made in the smallest volume - as a one-off couture piece - or in large quantities, deep care is critical to determine authentic, successful design and, ultimately, manufacture.
Jonathan IveRead
We’re keenly aware that when we develop and make something and bring it to market that it really does speak to a set of values. And what preoccupies us is that sense of care, and what our products will not speak to is a schedule, what our products will not speak to is trying to respond to some corporate or competitive agenda. We’re very genuinely designing the best products that we can for people.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote highlights the importance of values and care in product development over commercial pressure.
Jonathan Ive emphasizes that the true essence of product development lies in aligning with core values and a genuine sense of care for users, rather than succumbing to corporate pressures or market competition. He advocates for a focus on creating high-quality products that genuinely serve people, reflecting an ethical approach to design.
Themes
DesignValuesCareProduct DevelopmentQuality
In practice
Example use cases
During a keynote address on ethical technology practices.
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