Every time I compile our annual Top 50 designer lineup, Im constantly inspired by the conversations I have with them. While its hard to put creativity in a nutshell, between the lines, you always get a glimpse of their creative intelligence that made them successful designers. Weve rounded up 10 most inspirational quotes from this years Top 50 edition that we believe might give you a light bulb moment.
Choose one path and dedicate your life to it.
— Joe Cheng from CCD/Cheng Chung Design (HK)
Every era has its difficulties, challenges, and opportunities. What matters is how we leverage our strengths and seize opportunities.
— Steve Leung from SLD
We must approach design with people in mind.
— Richard Wood from Snøhetta
We tend to subtract rather than add.
— Betty Ng from COLLECTIVE
Always to understand the brand and its ambition.
— Tina Norden from Conran & Partners
Good design effectively meets the needs of its users.
— Eric Yim from Hong Kong Design Centre
We aim for the interiors to subtly disappear once the food arrives.
— James JJ Acuna from JJ Acuna / Bespoke Studio
Hong Kong is a very inspiring city in and of itself.
— Yip Chun Hang & Otto Ng from LAAB Architects
Design is never about transient superficial beauty.
— Ada Leung from Adapa Architects
Nature is a continual source of inspiration for us.
— Lorène Faure & Kenny Kinugasa-Tsui from Bean Buro
