1. Rather than follow the principle of proximity, the company chose to establish a new office in a city that was geographically distant but offered better growth opportunities.
2. Instead of choosing the location based on the nearest resources, the architect designed the building to maximize natural light, disregarding the proximity to windows.
3. The students decided to study abroad rather than stick to the就近原则 and attend a local university, seeking a more diverse cultural experience.
4. The artist chose to paint a landscape that was not directly in front of him, rather than following the就近原则 to depict the scene right outside his studio.
5. The chef decided to source ingredients from local farmers, rather than relying on the就近原则 and purchasing from the nearest suppliers, to support the local economy.