Quote by Michael Graves

It was always my goal to 'up the ante' on good design and rye devoted much of my career to this.

It was always my goal to 'up the ante' on good design and ry

Summary

This quote expresses the speaker's intention to constantly elevate the standard of good design. Throughout their career, they have dedicated a significant amount of time and effort to achieve this goal. The phrase "up the ante" suggests their desire to push the boundaries and improve upon existing designs, indicating a drive for excellence and innovation in their work.

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By Michael Graves

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