The Laws of Simplicity by John Maeda Summary
Overview of The Laws of Simplicity
In just 100 pages, John Maeda's award-winning guide reveals how simplicity conquers chaos. Tech giants apply his ten laws daily - from "Reduce" to "Emotion." Why did MIT Press deliberately limit this PROSE Award honoree's length? Because sometimes less truly unlocks everything.
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The Art of Less: Why Simplicity Matters
In our relentlessly accelerating digital age, simplicity has become both a rare commodity and a powerful competitive advantage. The paradox is striking-why would Apple's iPod, which does less but costs more, inspire such passionate loyalty? The answer lies in our desperate search for respite from technological overwhelm. When everything around us screams for attention, simplicity cuts through the noise like a whisper that somehow drowns out the shouting. Think about your reaction when encountering a clean, minimal space after a day of digital bombardment. That feeling of relief? That's the power of simplicity at work. But achieving true simplicity isn't about dumbing things down-it's about thoughtful reduction that preserves what matters most. It's the difference between a cluttered dashboard with fifty buttons and the elegant simplicity of a device that anticipates your needs before you even realize them yourself.
Reduce: The Delicate Art of Taking Away
Organize: Making Chaos Manageable
Time: The Perception of Waiting
Learn: Knowledge Makes Everything Easier
Differences: Finding Rhythm in Contrast
Trust: Surrendering Control for Simplicity
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Criado por ex-alunos da Universidade de Columbia em San Francisco
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
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