Study of Carravaggio’s painting

Besides being a lonely proposition, this ego-centric attitude (which we all possess undeniably) separates us from two sources of influence; one deeper within us and one that surrounds us. And somehow we intuitively know this. 

In a more subtle way, architects and designers seeking to serve often ask “What does the client want?”

Asking questions is surely the most important beginning point.  Imposition of a preconceived idea is an invitation to disconnection at a fundamental level.