James Irvine

"Always question why you are doing something, unless you are being paid a ridiculous amount of money, then really question it."

I found these quotes recently in Design for the 21st Century (Charlotte & Peter Fiell, Taschen 2003) and I really like and agree with them. Sadly, I don't think that his work follows his thinking - he designs chairs, pens, etc...

"The classic role of designers is destined to change in the near future... industry and designers alike are becoming aware that it's all getting a bit pointless. even consumers are starting to wise up. They are beginning to question the fundamental necessity of all these things..."

James Irvine, Design for the 21st Century (Charlotte & Peter Fiell, Taschen 2003)