Victor Papanek

Victor Papanek was a design theorist and educator, best known for advocating socially and environmentally responsible design. He believed that design should serve people's needs, especially those who are underserved or marginalized, rather than purely focusing on aesthetics or profit. Papanek emphasized sustainability, practical usefulness, and ethical considerations in creating products, emphasizing that designers have a moral responsibility to improve society. His ideas have influenced the fields of sustainable design and social innovation, encouraging designers to prioritize function, accessibility, and positive impact over superficial beauty or commercial gain.