How to Ruin a Great Design - Response

In the New York Times's article, "How to Ruin a Great Design" it talks about how there are some known things that have bad design. From london having some bad traffic design to UPS replaing their company's "present logo" from 1961 by Paul Rand. The author claims that signs such as "Diverted cyclist" is a good example of a "crime against design." Upon reflection of this article, it makes sense to have good designs for the world around you. If it's pleasing to one's subjective lens but it works well within its construct, then it will be a good integral addition to everyday life.

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