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Garry Tan

09/20/18

@ Y Combinator

Visual design should focus on conveying important information clearly, avoiding unnecessary ornamentation that distracts from the message.

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Design for Startups by Garry Tan (Part 1)

@ Y Combinator

Design for Startups by Garry Tan (Part 1)

09/20/18

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Garry Tan

06/16/23

@ Y Combinator

When designing a website, it's important to balance visual elements; too much movement can overwhelm users and detract from the message.

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Dieter Rams

06/01/13

@ ArtCenter College of Design

Designers must be honest in their work, focusing on simplicity and eliminating unnecessary elements to create meaningful products.

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Jony Ive

05/09/25

@ Stripe

Simplicity in design is about expressing the essence and purpose of something, not just removing clutter.

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Bob Baxley

06/12/25

@ Lenny's Podcast

Design is clear thinking made visible, and there's nothing worse than a brilliant image of a fuzzy concept.

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Matt Cutts

12/04/19

@ Y Combinator

Design is not just about aesthetics; it's about creating a user-friendly experience that ensures users can navigate and interact with your product easily.

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Garry Tan

09/20/18

@ Y Combinator

The principle of contrast is vital in visual design; it helps highlight what is important and guides user attention effectively.

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Garry Tan

09/20/18

@ Y Combinator

White space is a powerful tool in design; it can help direct user attention and clarify the layout without overwhelming the interface.

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Bob Baxley

06/12/25

@ Lenny's Podcast

Design is clear thinking made visible; it's a holistic mindset that goes beyond just visual expression.

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Katie Dill

10/16/24

@ Y Combinator

Design should be intentional; choose options that are appealing, easy to use, and bring joy to users, especially in enterprise software.