After watching Casey Reas talk about randomness, it got me thinking about how I usually approach design. When working I’ve always been about control, and making sure every element has a purpose and fits just right. But Reas kind of pushed me to reflect on how it’s not about giving up control but rather just letting a little unpredictability into the process to keep things from becoming flat and boring. When things are too ordered, they lose their spark and this idea made me realize that maybe I’ve been too focused on precision and could benefit from creating space for randomness to breathe a little life into the work im making. I’m now thinking of ways to incorporate small random elements, like little shifts in color, shape, or spacing, so that my designs feel alive without losing the structured feel I love.
As for the balance between randomness and control, I think it’s about finding that perfect place where the two can interact with each other. Things that are too rigid can become very static, while too much randomness can feel directionless. In my opinion the perfect balance happens when you have a solid structure but let randomness subtly influence the details. Whether it’s adjusting spacing, throwing in a surprise texture, or letting a color shift unexpectedly, it makes the work feel slightly more dynamic. The goal isn’t to pick one or the other but to let control and randomness work together to create something that keeps the viewer engaged and constantly evolving.