Why do some everyday objects nail their design so perfectly that you never think about them?

There is a certain category of designed objects that you use every day without ever stopping to question them. A good pair of scissors. A classic ceramic mug. A wellmade door handle. The design is so resolved that it becomes invisible, and you only notice it when something breaks that standard. I have been thinking about this lately after picking up a new kitchen knife and realizing how much thought had gone into the weight distribution, the grip texture, and the curve of the blade spine. Nothing flashy, no