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7 Lessons from Bruce Mau

Trans-formative Insights for the Modern Creative Mind

Bahram H Yousefi, Dr. techn.
3 min readFeb 20, 2024

Bruce Mau, a visionary in the world of design, offers more than just aesthetic principles; he provides a roadmap for transformative thinking. Drawing from his extensive experience and unique approach, let’s uncover seven new, inspiring, and practical lessons that can reshape the way we approach design and creativity in our daily lives.

WORK ON WHAT YOU LOVE. A Creative … Bruce Mau signs personalised copies of the roughly 250 books which he has designed in his forty year career.

1. Embrace Complexity, Seek Simplicity Lesson:

In a world brimming with complexity, the role of a designer is to distill simplicity.

Takeaway: Challenge yourself to find the essence of a project. Look beyond the clutter and chaos to uncover the simple solution that often lies hidden. This approach leads to designs that are not only elegant but also more effective and user-friendly.

2. Design Beyond the Visual Lesson:

True design transcends visual appeal and taps into emotional and experiential realms.

Takeaway: Aim to create designs that evoke emotions, tell stories, and create experiences. This holistic approach ensures your work resonates…

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Bahram H Yousefi, Dr. techn.
Bahram H Yousefi, Dr. techn.

Written by Bahram H Yousefi, Dr. techn.

I write on Design, Cognification/Innervation, Gamification & Entrepreneurship. As a coach & instructor, I merge knowledge with innovation. http://bhy.solutions/

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