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Quote by Charles Eames
In architecture the idea degenerated. Design allows a more direct

In architecture the idea degenerated. Design allows a more direct and pleasurable route. – Charles Eames

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Design is a plan for arranging elements in such a way as best to accomplish a particular purpose. – Charles Eames

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