Every time I compile our annual Top 50 designer lineup, I'm constantly inspired by the conversations I have with them. While it's hard to put creativity in a nutshell, between the lines, you always get a glimpse of their creative intelligence that made them successful designers. We've rounded up 10 most inspirational quotes from this year's 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