Technique 1: Less is More

At its core, the Less is More approach is about stripping away the unnecessary, leaving only the essential.

A Brief History of Minimalism

It all began in the 1920s, when artists like Brancusi started to question the status quo.

They sought to break away from the traditional and focus on the simple, unadulterated form.

The Principles of Less is More

Here are the key principles behind this revolutionary movement:

• Remove the extraneous
• Emphasize the essential
• Use negative space

Examples of Less is More

Some notable examples include:

• Mies van der Rohe's famous "Less is More" chair
• Dieter Rams' design philosophy for Brillo Box

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