Less Is More

Max is designing a gaming chair for his woodshop class, aiming to include numerous features. However, he receives advice on the 'less is more' design philosophy, which suggests simplicity can be more effective. This concept, originating from Robert Browning's poem and popularized by designer Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, emphasizes sleek and timeless design. Max considers this advice for his project.

What is Max's project for his woodshop class?

• A gaming chair

• A toy car

• A wooden table

• A bookshelf

What does the phrase 'less is more' suggest in design?

• More colors should be used

• Complexity is key

• Simplicity can be more effective

• Adding more features is better

Who first used the phrase 'less is more'?

• Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

• Frank Lloyd Wright

• Robert Browning

• Le Corbusier

Which designer is known for adopting the 'less is more' philosophy in the 1900s?

• Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

• Zaha Hadid

• Frank Gehry

• Robert Browning

What kind of look does the 'less is more' approach lead to?

• Rustic and traditional

• Sleek, modern, and timeless

• Ornate and detailed

• Colorful and vibrant