Surprise: contrast and whimsy
“One of the great joys of the surprise aesthetic comes when we surprise others, and hide-and-reveal is a fun way to do this.” (page 176)
Design Aesthetic of Play
The Design aesthetic of play produces JOY. Plain and Simple.
Yet, as we reach adulthood, we tend to use any margin of time to run errands, sleep, catch up on emails, etc. instead of holding a space for play.
Design Aesthetic of Harmony
Harmony: balance, symmetry, and flow
The design aesthetic of harmony isn’t something we can always see, often times it is something we feel.
What does harmony feel like?
Design Aesthetic of Freedom
Freedom: nature, wildness, and open spaces
“In a moment of joy, we say we are carefree, freewheeling, foot-loose, and fancy-free. Some of the most JOYful moments in life are the ones in which we gain a kind of freedom.” (page 74)
Design Aesthetic of Abundance
Abundance: lushness, multiplicity, and variety
I have been paying close attention to when I feel JOY as I have been writing in my #JOYfinding journal.
Who am I with when I feel JOY?
Design Aesthetic of Energy
Energy: vibrant color and light
One of the most beloved stories of city transformation and impact comes from Tirana, Albania.
Edi Rama, a former 11-year mayor of the city, was an artist before becoming a politician.