"Design is the search for a magical balance between intuition and reason; concept and detail; playfulness and formality." — Valerie Pettis
Need for balance is one of the most important influences on human perception.
We look for it, we strive for it.
And yet, it takes work.
Harold Lloyd, a silent film comedian, performs a headstand on the edge of a skyscraper. 1930s.
Joe Steinmetz balancing five eggs on the edge of a knife. 1939. Image: Via Florida Memory
It's pure magic, when we arrive at it!
Royal Asscher Limited Edition 'Diamond Jubilee Stars' Collection designed by Reena Ahluwalia. Collection especially made in honor of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II's Diamond Jubilee. The colors of the diamonds - pink, blue and white resemble the three colors of The Union Jack, the British National Flag.