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Proportion

by Ted Konnerth

Arne Jacobsen, a famous architect from Denmark, who was noted for avant-garde designs in architecture and objects that ranged from flatware to chairs, was asked for the secret to good design and his response was..."one word: 'proportion'". The immediate thought is to assume his response is best characterized by various mathematical approaches to proportions of sizes; e.g. Golden Ratio for cabinet makers, Floor Area Ratios, etc. But his response was far broader; that...

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Brooke Ziolo

Partner, Lighting Recruiter

Brooke Ziolo is an executive recruiter in the lighting industry. She helps lighting manufacturers and lighting design firms hire industry specific talent to grow their companies.

847.307.7127

bz@egretconsulting.com