I think it is interesting how simplicity is a benchmark for the very best in so many different fields. Science: Everything should be made as simple as possible

I think it is interesting how simplicity is a benchmark for the very best in so many different fields. Science: Everything should be made as simple as possible, but no simpler. - Einstein. (actually an abbreviated version of a longer quote - go figure) Writing: Brevity is the soul of wit. - Shakespeare Mathematics: Consider Euclid's proof of the infinitude of primes. Architecture: Consider Frank Lloyd Wright's work over his whole career going from relative complexity (prairie houses) to relative simplicity (Guggenheim Museum). Or the work of one of my favorite architects, I. M. Pei. Comments on web pages: ... I think you get the idea ...