Dieter Rams' minimalist design principles at Braun directly shaped Apple's aesthetic and user experience. From the SK4 radio to the iPhone, the legacy of 'less, but better' lives on in every clean line and intuitive interface.
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Apple's design leadership evolved from Jony Ive’s centralized vision to a studio model - now under Stephen Lemay, it’s returning to its roots of obsessive detail. This shift could define Apple’s next decade.
Apple’s minimalism isn’t just about clean lines-it’s a deep systems approach where hardware, software, and packaging work as one. Learn how this philosophy creates products that feel inevitable, not just elegant.