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“Simplicity is not the goal. It is the by-product of a good idea and modest expectations.”

Quote by Paul Rand

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Paul Rand was an outstanding graphic designer known for his minimalist and creative design style. He had a profound impact on the design world in the mid-20th century, particularly in the field of logo design. Rand's work emphasized clarity, simplicity, and functionality, and his design philosophy is still widely admired today. more

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