The essence of interior design will always be about people and how they live.
Albert HadleyRead
So many young decorators are trying to reinvent the wheel, and the results are sometimes very dubious. They're striving to do things that have never been done before. Quite often it is done without authority, without knowledge, and without a background in taste. They need to be educated about the past, and they need a richer vocabulary.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the importance of understanding historical context and foundational knowledge in creative fields.
Albert Hadley suggests that many emerging decorators attempt to create innovative work without a sufficient understanding of established design principles and history. He highlights the need for education and a deep appreciation of past influences to cultivate genuine taste and skill in their craft.
Themes
DecoratingEducationTasteCreativityHistory
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can serve as a reminder during a design seminar to emphasize the importance of foundational knowledge.
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