Designers can't have new ideas without prior sensory input. This is influenced by how our brains work and the concept of building upon existing ideas to create something original. Great artists remix, recontextualize, and build upon existing ideas to create innovative work. Drawing an animal or a fruit that doesn't exist will result in bizarre drawings, but each one is an elaborate combination of elements seen before. Design works in the same way, with basic elements leading to more complex objects being created. To boost creativity, designers can explore visual elements such as buttons, objects, and Gestalt principles in layouts. Taking time to study these building blocks will save time in the long run. Collecting solutions, identifying useful features, and noting innovative products enables designers to produce viable solutions quicker. Examining core principles underpinning designs can also help. Variety is key when boosting creative thinking, and getting out of your routine and environment can help find connections between seemingly unrelated things. By questioning everything, applying newly discovered principles, and stealing inspiration before you need it, designers can improve their creativity and originality.