1. "The details are not the details. They make the design." - Emphasizing the importance of meticulous attention to detail.
2. "Design is a plan for arranging elements in such a way as best to accomplish a particular purpose." - Defining design's core function.
3. "Get rid of everything that doesn't contribute to the meaning." - A concise statement on the value of simplicity and purposefulness.
4. "I don't believe in the term 'good design'. Design is good or bad only in terms of its effectiveness." - Focusing on functionality and usability as key indicators.
5. "The most important thing is to try and inspire people to do the best they can." - Highlighting Eames' belief in fostering creativity and achievement.
6. "Take your pleasure seriously." - Encouraging a playful and passionate approach to life and work.
7. "The world is full of objects, more or less interesting; the problem is to choose." - A reminder to be selective and discerning in our choices.
8. "The only people who are really free are those who are willing to face the consequences of their own decisions." - Emphasizing the importance of personal responsibility and self-reliance.
9. "I believe that good design is as much about how something works as how it looks." - Underlining the crucial link between aesthetics and functionality.
10. "The best things in life are free. The second best things are very expensive." - A humorous take on appreciating both simple pleasures and luxury.
11. "It's not enough to simply have a good idea. You need to be able to articulate it." - Emphasizing the need for clear communication and effective presentation.
12. "Our job is not to create a product, but to create a positive experience." - Shifting focus from simply producing objects to crafting meaningful user experiences.
13. "Don't be afraid to be wrong." - Embracing experimentation and learning from mistakes.
14. "The future is not something we enter. The future is something we create." - Highlighting the power of agency and proactive shaping of our destiny.
15. "The more you know, the more you realize you don't know." - A reminder to always remain curious and open to learning.